Allianz’s CFO on Earnings, M&A, Inflows From Pimco

The transcript discusses the company's strong financial performance in 2018, highlighting increases in operating profit, net income, and dividends. It outlines the company's M&A strategy, including significant acquisitions and plans for 2019. The discussion also covers PIMCO's inflows and outflows, noting a challenging fourth quarter but a positive outlook for 2019. Regional and strategic challenges are addressed, with Europe and traditional strategies being most affected. Finally, the transcript examines pricing in property and casualty, indicating a stable and positive rate environment.

What was the percentage increase in net income for the company in 2018?

• 14%

• 12.5%

• 10%

• 4%

What strategy is the company using alongside M&A to manage capital?

• Cost Cutting

• Capital Repatriation

• Debt Financing

• Equity Issuance

Which major acquisition did the company complete in 2018?

• AGI

• Euler Hermes

• Multi SSB

• PIMCO

What was the net outflow from PIMCO in 2018?

• 5 billion

• 30 billion

• 8 billion

• 10 billion

What is the expected trend for fee margins according to the transcript?

• Decreasing

• Fluctuating

• Stable

• Increasing

Which regions were most affected by outflows in the fourth quarter of 2018?

• North America and Europe

• Asia and Africa

• Europe and Asia

• South America and Europe

What is the combined ratio mentioned for the property and casualty segment?

• 90%

• 92%

• 94%

• 96%