CEO Wilson Says Aviva Has Too Much Capital

The transcript covers a company's financial growth, dividend commitments, and strategic plans. It discusses mergers and acquisitions, emphasizing organic growth and successful deals. The fund management segment highlights strong performance and a focus on organic growth despite market consolidation. The impact of the Ogden rate on insurance is analyzed, with a call for policy change. Finally, the company's strategy in Asia focuses on digital disruption, leveraging partnerships with major tech firms like Tencent.

What is the company's strategy regarding its excess capital?

• Invest in new technology

• Increase dividends and pay down debt

• Acquire new companies

• Expand into new markets

How does the company view large-scale mergers and acquisitions?

• They are actively seeking large deals

• They prefer organic growth and smaller tactical acquisitions

• They focus solely on mergers

• They are not interested in any acquisitions

What is the company's approach to growing its fund management business?

• By merging with competitors

• By focusing on organic growth

• By cutting costs

• Through acquisitions

What is the company's strategy in response to the Brexit impact on fund flows?

• To exit the UK market

• To focus on organic growth and capitalize on positive net flows

• To halt all investments

• To merge with a European company

What is the company's stance on the Ogden rate?

• They support the current rate

• They believe the policy was rushed and needs change

• They are indifferent to the rate

• They want to increase the rate

How does the company plan to address the challenges in the Asian market?

• By increasing physical presence

• By leveraging digital disruption and partnerships

• By focusing on traditional banking methods

• By avoiding the market

What is the company's view on the current state of the insurance industry?

• It is archaic and needs disruption

• It is too competitive

• It is modern and efficient

• It is declining