CFO Says Allianz Clearly Interested in Acquisitions

The transcript covers Allianz's financial performance, including a dividend increase to 8 euros per share, and its strategic approach to capital management and acquisitions. The CFO discusses the company's focus on property and casualty, shareholder returns through buybacks, and PIMCO's strong inflow performance. The impact of market volatility and interest rates is also addressed, along with speculation on potential M&A targets.

What was the dividend per share raised to by Allianz?

• 7 euros

• 8 euros

• 10 euros

• 9 euros

What is the top priority for Allianz's acquisition strategy?

• Technology firms

• Health insurance

• Property and casualty

• Life insurance

What is Allianz's approach to acquisitions?

• Prioritize cost over strategic fit

• Acquire as many companies as possible

• Avoid acquisitions altogether

• Focus on cultural fit and strategic alignment

How does Allianz decide between share buybacks and dividends?

• Based on shareholder votes

• By evaluating capital deployment above the cost of capital

• By following market trends

• Through government regulations

What was the inflow amount for PIMCO in the last quarter of 2017?

• 50 billion

• 40 billion

• 30 billion

• 20 billion

Which regions showed strong inflows for PIMCO?

• Middle East and Canada

• South America and Australia

• Asia and the US

• Europe and Africa

What is the potential impact of rising interest rates on Allianz's business?

• Negative impact on all sectors

• Positive for asset management

• Only affects the insurance sector

• No impact at all