What changed in Primerica, Inc.'s 10-K — 2023 vs 2024
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Paragraph-level year-over-year comparison of Primerica, Inc.'s 2023 and 2024 10-K annual filings, covering the Business, Risk Factors, Legal Proceedings, Cybersecurity, MD&A and Market Risk sections. Every new, removed and edited paragraph is highlighted side-by-side so you can see exactly what management changed in the 2024 report.
+744 added−993 removedSource: 10-K (2025-02-28) vs 10-K (2024-02-28)
Top changes in Primerica, Inc.'s 2024 10-K
744 paragraphs added · 993 removed · 607 edited across 3 sections
- Item 2. Properties+609 / −802 · 490 edited
- Item 1A. Risk Factors+124 / −178 · 107 edited
- Item 1C. Cybersecurity+11 / −13 · 10 edited
Item 1A. Risk Factors
Risk Factors — what could go wrong, per management
107 edited+17 added−71 removed171 unchanged
Item 1A. Risk Factors
Risk Factors — what could go wrong, per management
107 edited+17 added−71 removed171 unchanged
2023 filing
2024 filing
Biggest changeIn 2023, interest rates, equity market returns and our customers’ perception of the strength of the capital markets continued to impact consumer demand for the savings and investment products we distribute. More specifically, elevated interest rates relative to the performance of the equity markets and the perceived attractiveness of investing in equity markets versus other investments, such as U.S.
Biggest changeElevated interest rates relative to the performance of the equity markets and the perceived attractiveness of investing in equity markets versus other investments, such as U.S. Treasury bills and money market funds, could adversely impact consumer demand for the mutual funds, annuities, and managed accounts we distribute.
Being out of compliance with the aforementioned laws and regulations could require changes to the recruiting of independent sales representatives, which could have a materially adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations. There may be adverse tax, legal or financial consequences if the classification of our independent contractor sales representatives is changed.
Being out of compliance with the aforementioned laws and regulations could require changes to the recruiting of independent sales representatives, which could have a materially adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations. There may be adverse tax, legal or financial consequences if the classification of the independent contractor sales representatives is changed.
Further, our information technology systems and applications run a variety of third-party and proprietary software intended to support the sales force. Our business also relies on the use by employees, independent sales representatives and other third parties of electronic mobile devices, such as laptops, tablets and smartphones, which are particularly vulnerable to loss and theft.
Further, our information technology systems and applications run a variety of third-party and proprietary software intended to support the independent sales force. Our business also relies on the use by employees, independent sales representatives and other third parties of electronic mobile devices, such as laptops, tablets and smartphones, which are particularly vulnerable to loss and theft.
To the extent that we are incorrect in our determination of the fair value of our investment securities or our determination of whether an impairment is due to credit factors for available-for-sale securities, we may realize losses that never actually materialize and are subsequently reversed, or may fail to recognize losses within the appropriate reporting period.
To the extent that we are incorrect in our determination of the fair value of our investment securities or our determination of whether an impairment is due to credit factors for available-for-sale securities, we may realize losses that never actually materialize and are subsequently reversed, or we may fail to recognize losses within the appropriate reporting period.
Heightened standards of conduct or restrictions on compensation as a result of any of the above items or other similar proposed rules or regulations could also increase the compliance and regulatory burdens on the sales representatives and could lead to increased litigation and regulatory risks, changes to our business model, a decrease in the number of licensed sales representatives and a reduction in the products we offer to our clients, any of which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations.
Heightened standards of conduct or restrictions on compensation as a result of any of the above items or other similar proposed rules or regulations could also increase the compliance and regulatory burdens on the independent sales representatives and could lead to increased litigation and regulatory risks, changes to our business model, a decrease in the number of licensed independent sales representatives and a reduction in the products we offer to our clients, any of which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations.
We have not been, and are not currently, subject to business opportunity laws because the amounts paid by the new independent sales representatives to us: (i) are less than the minimum thresholds set by many state and provincial statutes and (ii) are not fees paid for the right to participate in a business, but rather are for bona fide expenses such as state and provincial-required insurance examinations and pre-licensing training.
We have not been, and are not currently, subject to business opportunity laws because the amounts paid by the new independent sales representatives to us: (i) are less than the minimum thresholds set by many state statutes and (ii) are not fees paid for the right to participate in a business, but rather are for bona fide expenses such as state-required insurance examinations and pre-licensing training.
If we or the independent sales representatives become subject to new requirements or regulations, it could result in increased litigation, regulatory risks, changes to our business model, a decrease in the number of securities-licensed representatives, increased compliance 39 costs, or a reduction in the products we offer to our clients or the profits we earn, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations.
If we or the independent sales representatives become subject to new requirements or regulations, it could result in increased litigation, regulatory risks, changes to our business model, a decrease in the number of securities-licensed representatives, increased compliance costs, or a reduction in the products we offer to our clients or the profits we earn, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations.
PFS Investments, which is regulated as a broker-dealer and registered investment adviser, and U.S. sales representatives are currently subject to general anti-fraud limitations under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 (the “Investment Advisers Act”) and SEC rules and regulations, as well as other conduct standards prescribed by the FINRA.
PFS Investments, which is regulated as a broker-dealer and registered investment adviser, and U.S. independent sales representatives are currently subject to general anti-fraud limitations under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 (the “Investment Advisers Act”) and SEC rules and regulations, as well as other conduct standards prescribed by the FINRA.
Our investment and savings products business is sensitive to the performance of the equity markets. A protracted long-term downturn in equity market performance brought about by an economic downturn and/or global geopolitical event(s) could adversely affect new sales and cause clients to liquidate mutual funds and other investments sold by independent sales representatives.
Our investment and savings products business is sensitive to the performance of the equity markets. A protracted long-term downturn in equity market performance brought about by an economic downturn and/or geopolitical event(s) could adversely affect new sales and cause clients to liquidate mutual funds and other investments sold by independent sales representatives.
Such internal control inadequacies or non-compliance could materially damage our reputation or lead to civil or criminal penalties, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations. 36 The current legislative and regulatory climate with regard to privacy and cybersecurity could adversely affect our business, financial condition, and results of operations.
Such internal control inadequacies or non-compliance could materially damage our reputation or lead to civil or criminal penalties, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations. The current legislative and regulatory climate with regard to privacy and cybersecurity could adversely affect our business, financial condition, and results of operations.
Additionally, if the fair value of any security in our invested asset portfolio decreases, we may realize losses if we deem the value of the security to be impaired due to a credit loss. We also have an asset on deposit with a coinsurer backing a 10% coinsurance agreement entered into at the time of our 37 IPO.
Additionally, if the fair value of any security in our invested asset portfolio decreases, we may realize losses if we deem the value of the security to be impaired due to a credit loss. We also have an asset on deposit with a coinsurer backing a 10% coinsurance agreement entered into at the time of our IPO.
For example, the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (“FINRA”) has changed the continuing education (“CE”) regulatory requirement from a three-year period to an annual requirement for securities-licensed representatives. In addition, the North American Securities Administrators Association approved a model rule for participating states that imposes a CE requirement for investment adviser 24 representatives.
For example, the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (“FINRA”) has changed the continuing education (“CE”) regulatory requirement from a three-year period to an annual requirement for securities-licensed representatives. In addition, the North American Securities Administrators Association approved a model rule for participating states that imposes a CE requirement for investment adviser representatives.
We are also routinely subject to regulatory inquiries, such as information requests, subpoenas and books and record examinations, from state, provincial and federal regulators and other authorities and from time to time, regulatory investigations as a result of alleged sales representative misconduct or alleged failure of the Company to follow applicable laws or regulations.
We are also routinely subject to regulatory inquiries, such as information requests, subpoenas and books and record examinations, from state, provincial and federal regulators and other authorities and from time to time, regulatory investigations as a result of alleged independent sales representative misconduct or alleged failure of the Company to follow applicable laws or regulations.
PFS Investments is additionally 29 a registered investment adviser and its investment adviser representatives likewise are held to a high standard of conduct. Our subsidiary, Primerica Shareholder Services, Inc. (“PSS”), is a registered transfer agent engaged in the recordkeeping business and is subject to regulation by the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”).
PFS Investments is additionally a registered investment adviser and its investment adviser representatives likewise are held to a high standard of conduct. Our subsidiary, Primerica Shareholder Services, Inc. (“PSS”), is a registered transfer agent engaged in the recordkeeping business and is subject to regulation by the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”).
During 2022, in response to the DSC Ban, we began to offer through our independent sales representatives, a unique and exclusive range of funds under Principal Distributor agreements (the “PD Funds”) with two third-party mutual fund companies (the “Principal Distributor model”).
During 2022, in response to the DSC Ban, we began to offer through the independent sales representatives, a unique and exclusive range of funds under Principal Distributor agreements (the “PD Funds”) with two third-party mutual fund companies (the “Principal Distributor model”).
Our insurance subsidiaries may need additional capital and, if needed, we may not 27 be able to provide it to maintain the targeted RBC and LICAT levels to support their business operations, either of which may impact our financial strength and credit ratings.
Our insurance subsidiaries may need additional capital and, if needed, we may not be able to provide it to maintain the targeted RBC and LICAT levels to support their business operations, either of which may impact our financial strength and credit ratings.
We are subject to international, federal, state, and provincial regulations, and in some cases contractual obligations, that require us to establish and maintain policies and procedures designed to protect sensitive customer, employee, independent sales representative and third-party information.
We are subject to international, federal, state, and provincial regulations, and in some cases contractual obligations, that require us to establish and maintain policies and procedures designed to protect sensitive customer, employee, independent sales representative and 32 third-party information.
The support tools we make available to the sales force are designed to educate potential and existing clients, help identify their financial needs, generally introduce the potential benefits of our product offerings, and identify suitable investment products.
The support tools we make available to the independent sales force are designed to educate potential and existing clients, help identify their financial needs, generally introduce the potential benefits of our product offerings, and identify suitable investment products.
Compliance with these licensing regimes (including background and credit checks) have proven to be a barrier for many sales representatives. In addition, the tests have historically been challenging for the sales representatives to pass.
Compliance with these licensing regimes (including background and credit checks) have proven to be a barrier for many independent sales representatives. In addition, the tests have historically been challenging for the independent sales representatives to pass.
Future financial reporting standard changes by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) and the SEC could adversely impact our ability to maintain effective control over financial reporting given the changes that are needed to adopt such standards.
Future financial reporting standard changes by the Financial Accounting Standards Board and the SEC could adversely impact our ability to maintain effective control over financial reporting given the changes that are needed to adopt such standards.
Our business is highly dependent upon the effective operation of our information technology systems and third-party technology systems, networks and clouds to record, process, transmit and store information, including sensitive customer and proprietary 35 information.
Our business is highly dependent upon the effective operation of our information technology systems and third-party technology systems, networks and clouds to record, process, transmit and store information, including sensitive customer and proprietary information.
From time to time, we are subject to private litigation as a result of alleged sales representative misconduct or alleged failure of the Company to follow applicable insurance, securities or other laws or regulations.
From time to time, we are subject to private litigation as a result of alleged independent sales representative misconduct or alleged failure of the Company to follow applicable insurance, securities or other laws or regulations.
Each such coinsurance agreement requires the relevant coinsurer to maintain assets in trust, the amount of which will not be less than the amount 28 of the statutory reserves for the coinsured liabilities.
Each such coinsurance agreement requires the relevant coinsurer to maintain assets in trust, the amount of which will not be less than the amount of the statutory reserves for the coinsured liabilities.
General Risk Factors Litigation and regulatory investigations and actions may result in financial losses and harm our reputation. 40 We face a risk of litigation and regulatory investigations and actions in the ordinary course of operating our businesses.
General Risk Factors Litigation and regulatory investigations and actions may result in financial losses and harm our reputation. We face a risk of litigation and regulatory investigations and actions in the ordinary course of operating our businesses.
Primerica’s continued success requires a high-performing and stable team of employees across all levels, and the loss of key employees could negatively affect our financial results and impair our ability to implement our business strategy. In addition to intense competition for talent, workforce dynamics are constantly evolving. A disproportionate loss of staff can negatively impact morale, productivity and service levels.
Primerica’s continued success requires a high-performing and stable team of employees across all levels, and the loss of key employees could negatively affect our financial condition and impair our ability to implement our business strategy. In addition to intense competition for talent, workforce dynamics are constantly evolving. A disproportionate loss of staff can negatively impact morale, productivity and service levels.
In addition, independent sales representatives selling mutual funds must comply with the disclosure requirements of the MFDA and applicable securities laws governing mortgage referral arrangements. Failure to comply with such disclosure requirements could result in regulatory sanctions, which could have an adverse effect on our ability to offer mortgage loan referrals in Canada.
In addition, independent sales representatives selling mutual funds must comply with the disclosure requirements of CIRO and applicable securities laws governing mortgage referral arrangements. Failure to comply with such disclosure requirements could result in regulatory sanctions, which could have an adverse effect on our ability to offer mortgage loan referrals in Canada.
In addition, these initiatives may take longer than anticipated to implement, and our ability to execute these initiatives in a timely manner 41 may impact the outcomes.
In addition, these initiatives may take longer than anticipated to implement, and our ability to execute these initiatives in a timely manner may impact the outcomes.
In the United States, we distribute mortgage loans based on contractual agreements with a very limited number of mortgage lenders. A significant change to or disruption in the mortgage lenders’ mortgage businesses or an inability of the mortgage lenders to satisfy their contractual obligations to us could adversely affect our business, financial condition and results of operations.
In the United States, we broker mortgage loans based on contractual agreements with a very limited number of mortgage lenders. A significant change to or disruption in the mortgage lenders’ mortgage businesses or an inability of the mortgage lenders to satisfy their contractual obligations to us could adversely affect our business, financial condition and results of operations.
We believe that the policies and procedures we implement to help sales representatives assist clients in making investment choices are reasonably designed to achieve compliance with applicable securities laws and regulations and to satisfy other applicable federal, state, and provincial standards of care.
We believe that the policies and procedures we implement to help independent sales representatives assist clients in making investment choices are 29 reasonably designed to achieve compliance with applicable securities laws and regulations and to satisfy other applicable federal, state, and provincial standards of care.
If we intend to sell or will more-likely-than-not be required to sell the security, then we recognize the impairment as a credit loss in our consolidated statements of income by writing down the security’s amortized cost to its fair value.
If we intend to sell or will more-likely-than-not be required to sell the security, then we recognize the impairment as a credit loss in our consolidated statement of income by writing down the security’s amortized cost to its fair value.
Business initiatives that we are currently developing or executing, for example, include enhancements to information technology, our client relationship manager tool, and other systems, updates to our client and representative-facing software tools and applications, and streamlining of our off-channel communications systems.
Business initiatives that we are currently developing or executing, for example, include enhancements to information technology, our client relationship manager tool, and other systems, updates to our client and independent sales representative-facing software tools and applications, and streamlining of our off-channel communications systems.
The CCPA is designed to give consumers more control over their personal data and imposes strict liability for security incidents under certain circumstances. Such laws or regulations could require us to implement new technologies or revise and maintain policies and procedures designed to protect sensitive customer, employee, representative and third-party information.
The CCPA is designed to give consumers more control over their personal data and imposes strict liability for security incidents under certain circumstances. 33 Such laws or regulations could require us to implement new technologies or revise and maintain policies and procedures designed to protect sensitive customer, employee, independent sales representative and third-party information.
Compliance with SB 253, SB 261, Guideline-15 and any other climate disclosure rules applicable to the Company may require significant assistance from third-party vendor(s).
Compliance with SB 253, SB 261, SB 219, Guideline B-15 and any other climate disclosure rules applicable to the Company may require significant assistance from third-party vendor(s).
A major public health crisis or catastrophic event could again cause significant volatility in global financial markets and disrupt the economy and the demand for the term life insurance, investment and savings, Medicare related insurance, and other financial products that we sell. Our investment portfolio and the valuations of invested assets we hold could also be materially adversely affected.
A major public health crisis or catastrophic event could again cause significant volatility in global financial markets and disrupt the economy and the demand for the term life insurance, investment and savings, and other financial products that we distribute. Our investment portfolio and the valuations of invested assets we hold could also be materially adversely affected.
If the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (“OSFI”) determines that our corporate actions do not comply with applicable Canadian law, Primerica Life Canada could face sanctions or fines, and be subject to increased capital requirements or other requirements.
If the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (“OSFI”) determines that our corporate actions do not comply with applicable Canadian law, Primerica Life Insurance Company of Canada (“Primerica Life Canada”) could face sanctions or fines, and be subject to increased capital requirements or other requirements.
GAAP is a continuously evolving set of financial accounting and reporting standards that governs the preparation of our financial statements. Changes to U.S. GAAP can be difficult to implement and can materially impact how we record and report our financial condition and results of operations. A recent change in U.S.
GAAP”) is a continuously evolving set of financial accounting and reporting standards that governs the preparation of our financial statements. Changes to U.S. GAAP can be difficult to implement and can materially impact how we record and report our financial condition and results of operations.
The Company’s, the independent sales representatives’, or the licensed health insurance agents’ violation of, or non-compliance with, laws and regulations and related claims and proceedings could expose us to material liabilities. Extensive federal, state, provincial and territorial laws regulate our product offerings, imposing certain requirements that independent sales representatives and licensed health insurance agents must follow in dealing with clients.
The Company’s or the independent sales representatives’ violation of, or non-compliance with, laws and regulations and related claims and proceedings could expose us to material liabilities. Extensive federal, state, provincial and territorial laws regulate our product offerings, imposing certain requirements that independent sales representatives must follow in dealing with clients.
SAP, including actuarial methodologies for estimating reserves, are subject to continuous evaluation by the NAIC and state insurance departments. Similarly, our Canadian life insurance subsidiary is required to prepare statutory financial statements in accordance with IFRS, as prescribed by the OSFI in Canada.
SAP, including actuarial methodologies for estimating reserves, are subject to continuous evaluation by 34 the NAIC and state insurance departments. Similarly, our Canadian life insurance subsidiary is required to prepare statutory financial statements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards, as prescribed by the OSFI in Canada.
Moreover, even if we ultimately prevail in any litigation, regulatory action or investigation, we could suffer significant reputational harm and we could incur significant legal expenses, either of which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations.
A substantial legal liability or a significant regulatory action against us could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations. 36 Moreover, even if we ultimately prevail in any litigation, regulatory action or investigation, we could suffer significant reputational harm and we could incur significant legal expenses, either of which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations.
Non-compliance with applicable regulations could lead to revocation of our subsidiary’s status as a non-bank custodian, which could have a material adverse effect on our business. PFS Investments is a non-bank custodian of retirement accounts, as permitted under Treasury Regulation 1.408-2.
Non-compliance with applicable regulations could lead to revocation of our subsidiary’s status as a non-bank custodian, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations. PFS Investments is a non-bank custodian of retirement accounts, as permitted under Treasury Regulation 1.408-2.
There are a number of laws and regulations that could apply to our independent contractor distribution model, which could require us to modify our distribution structure.
A number of laws and regulations could apply to our independent contractor distribution model, which could require us to modify our distribution structure.
Our Canadian broker-dealer subsidiary, PFSL Investments Canada and the sales representatives are subject to the securities laws of the provinces and territories of Canada in which we sell our mutual fund products and to the rules of the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (“CIRO”) (formerly known as the Mutual Fund Dealers Association of Canada), the self-regulatory organization governing mutual fund dealers (except in the case of Quebec, the Autorité des Marchés Financiers (“AMF”)).
Our Canadian broker-dealer subsidiary, PFSL Investments Canada and the independent sales representatives are subject to the securities laws of the provinces and territories of Canada in which we sell our mutual fund products and to the rules of the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (“CIRO”), the self-regulatory organization governing mutual fund dealers (except in the province of Quebec, the Autorité des Marchés Financiers (“AMF”)).
Although we believe that we have properly classified these sales representatives as independent contractors, there is a risk that the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”), the Department of Labor (“DOL”), the Canada Revenue Agency, a court or other authority will take a different view.
Sales representatives are independent contractors who operate their own businesses. Although we believe that we have properly classified these sales representatives as independent contractors, there is a risk that the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”), the Department of Labor (“DOL”), the Canada Revenue Agency, a court or other authority will take a different view.
Through a contractual agreement with Rocket Mortgage, LLC, Primerica Mortgage offers mortgage loans through our independent sales representatives who are licensed as mortgage loan originators. Beginning in late 2022, Primerica Mortgage also offers, through its mortgage loan originators, second mortgages and home equity lines of credit based on a contractual agreement with Spring EQ LLC.
Through a contractual agreement with Rocket Mortgage, LLC, Primerica Mortgage offers mortgage loans through the independent sales representatives who are licensed as mortgage loan originators. Primerica Mortgage also offers, through its mortgage loan originators, second mortgages and home equity lines of credit based on a contractual agreement with Spring EQ LLC.
If our relationship with one or more of our funds, annuities or managers is significantly altered or terminated or there is a shift in the business mix, our business, financial condition and results of operations could be materially adversely affected.
If our relationship with one or more of the manufacturers of the funds and annuities we distribute or investment managers we make available is significantly altered or terminated or there is a shift in the business mix, our business, financial condition and results of operations could be materially adversely affected.
SB 253 requires disclosure of Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions beginning in 2026 and Scope 3 GHG emissions beginning in 2027.
SB 253 requires disclosure of Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (“GHG”) emissions beginning in 2026 and Scope 3 GHG emissions beginning in 2027.
Changes to federal or provincial statutes and regulations may be more restrictive than current requirements or may result in higher costs, which could materially adversely affect our business, financial condition and results of operations.
Federal and provincial insurance laws regulate all aspects of our Canadian insurance business. Changes to federal or provincial statutes and regulations may be more restrictive than current requirements or may result in higher costs, which could materially adversely affect our business, financial condition and results of operations.
Our business, financial condition and results of operations may be materially adversely affected by economic downturns in the United States and Canada, as well as issues in the national and/or global economy such as elevated inflation that may have repercussions on our local markets.
Our business, financial condition and results of operations may be materially adversely affected by economic downturns in the United States and Canada, as well as issues in the national, regional and/or global economy such as elevated inflation resulting in a higher cost of living that may have repercussions on our markets.
If the cash we receive from our subsidiaries pursuant to dividend payments and tax sharing arrangements is insufficient for us to fund our obligations or if a subsidiary is unable to pay dividends to us, we may be required to raise cash through the incurrence of debt, the issuance of equity or the sale of assets.
If the cash we receive from our subsidiaries is insufficient for us to fund our obligations or if a subsidiary is unable to pay dividends to us, we may be required to raise cash through the incurrence of debt, the issuance of equity or the sale of assets.
We review the account applications that we receive for our investment and savings products for suitability, for compliance with Reg BI, the Investment Advisers Act and the DOL regulations, and for compliance with other federal, state or provincial regulations governing standards of care, as applicable.
We review the account applications that we receive for our investment and savings products for suitability, for compliance with Reg BI, the Investment Advisers Act, the DOL regulations, in Canada the Fair Treatment of Customers and the Client Focused Reforms, and for compliance with other federal, state or provincial regulations governing standards of care, as applicable.
Changes to worker classifications could have a material adverse impact on our business, financial condition and results of operations because sales representatives (other than those employed by e-TeleQuote) are independent contractors. 25 If there is an adverse determination with respect to the classification of some or all of the independent contractors by a court or governmental agency, we could incur significant costs complying with such laws and regulations, including tax withholding, social security payments, retirement plan contributions and recordkeeping, employee benefits, payment of wages or modification of our business model, any of which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations.
If there is an adverse determination with respect to the classification of some or all of the independent contractors by a court or governmental agency, we could incur significant costs complying with such laws and regulations, including tax withholding, social security payments, retirement plan contributions and recordkeeping, employee benefits, payment of wages or modification of our business model, any of which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations.
Our Canadian and U.S. operations (except for e-TeleQuote) utilize a data center located in our main campus in Duluth, Georgia.
Our Canadian and U.S. operations utilize a data center located in our main campus in Duluth, Georgia.
Changes in accounting standards can be difficult to predict and could adversely impact how we record and report our financial condition and results of operations. Our accounting policies and methods are fundamental to how we record and report our financial condition and results of operations. U.S.
Changes in accounting standards can be difficult to predict and could adversely impact how we record and report our financial condition and results of operations. Our accounting policies and methods are fundamental to how we record and report our financial condition and results of operations. United States generally accepted accounting principles (“U.S.
Valuation of our investments and the determination of expected credit losses when the fair value of our available-for-sale invested assets is below amortized cost are both based on estimates that may prove to be incorrect, which could adversely affect our financial condition. Our portfolio of invested assets primarily consists of fixed-maturity securities that are classified as available-for-sale.
Valuation of our investments and the determination of expected credit losses when the fair value of our available-for-sale invested assets is below amortized cost are both based on estimates that may prove to be incorrect, which could adversely affect our financial condition and results of operations.
A significant change to or disruption in the lenders’ businesses or their inability to satisfy their contractual obligations to Primerica Mortgage could have an adverse impact on our business, financial condition and results of operations.
A significant change to or disruption in the lenders’ businesses or their inability to satisfy their contractual obligations to Primerica Mortgage could have an adverse impact on our business, financial condition and results of operations. Our U.S. mortgage brokerage business is impacted by U.S. mortgage interest rates.
However, in the event of main campus destruction, our business recovery plan may be inadequate, and our employees and the independent sales representatives may be unable to carry out their work immediately, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations. e-TeleQuote, with its main campus in Clearwater, Florida, has a separate business recovery and/or disaster recovery plan, which, in the event of e-TeleQuote’s main campus destruction, could be inadequate and could have a material adverse effect on e-TeleQuote’s business, financial condition and results of operations.
However, in the event of main campus destruction, our business recovery plan may be inadequate, and our employees and the independent sales representatives may be unable to carry out their work immediately, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations.
When the fair value of any of our available-for-sale invested assets declines below amortized cost, an impairment exists and we recognize a loss in either our statement of income or in other comprehensive income based on our assessment of expected credit losses.
Our portfolio of invested assets primarily consists of fixed-maturity securities that are classified as available-for-sale. When the fair value of any of our available-for-sale invested assets declines below amortized cost, an impairment exists and we recognize a loss in either our consolidated statement of income or in other comprehensive income based on our assessment of expected credit losses.
Changes in, non-compliance with, or violations of, such laws and regulations could affect the cost or our ability to distribute our products and could adversely affect our business, financial condition and results of operations. Our U.S. mortgage brokerage business is subject to a wide array of laws at the federal, state, and local levels.
Our mortgage brokerage business is highly regulated and subject to various federal, state and provincial laws and regulations in the U.S. and Canada. Changes in, non-compliance with, or violations of, such laws and regulations could affect the cost or our ability to distribute our products and could adversely affect our business, financial condition and results of operations.
In Canada, independent sales representatives offer mortgage loans on a referral basis only. Various provincial mortgage brokerage laws strictly prescribe the requirements applicable to a mortgage referral program in order for individuals who make the referrals to be exempt from the requirement to be licensed as mortgage brokers.
Various provincial mortgage brokerage laws strictly prescribe the requirements applicable to a mortgage referral program in order for individuals who make the referrals to be exempt from the requirement to be licensed as mortgage brokers.
Risks Related to Economic Downcycles, Public Health Crises or Catastrophes, and Disasters The effects of economic downcycles, issues affecting the national and/or global economy or global geopolitical event(s) could materially adversely affect our business, financial condition and results of operations.
Risks Related to Economic Downcycles, Public Health Crises or Catastrophes, and Disasters The effects of economic downcycles, issues affecting the national, regional and/or global economy or geopolitical event(s), or any combination thereof, could impact the cost of living for our middle-income clients and could materially adversely affect our business, financial condition and results of operations.
Regulators could also adopt laws or interpret existing laws in a way that would require retroactive changes to our business, accounting practices, or redundant reserve financing structures. Any such retroactive changes could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations. Medicare Advantage is a product legislated and regulated by the United States government.
Regulators could also adopt laws or interpret existing laws in a way that would require retroactive changes to our business, accounting practices, or redundant reserve financing structure. Any such retroactive changes could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations.
Further, volatility or downturns in equity markets could dampen purchases of the investment products that we distribute and could have a material adverse effect on our business, including our ability to recruit and retain independent sales representatives.
This could cause a decrease in the asset value of client accounts which reduce our trailing commission revenues. Further, volatility or downturns in equity markets could dampen purchases of the investment products that we distribute and could have a material adverse effect on our business, including our ability to recruit and retain independent sales representatives.
The Company is awaiting clarification as to whether the Company is exempt from SB 261. In addition, on March 7, 2023, OFSI issued its final Guideline-15, which sets out expectations for the management and disclosure of climate-related risks for federally regulated financial institutions in Canada, including disclosure of Scope 1, 2 and 3 GHG emissions by the end of 2025.
In addition, on March 7, 2023, OSFI issued its final Guideline B-15, which sets out expectations for the management and disclosure of climate-related risks for federally regulated financial institutions in Canada, including disclosure of Scope 1, 2 and 3 GHG emissions by the end of 2025.
However, the Canadian dollar financial statements of our Canadian subsidiaries are translated into U.S. dollars in our consolidated financial statements. Therefore, significant exchange rate fluctuations between the U.S. dollar and the Canadian dollar could have a material adverse effect on our financial condition and results of operations.
Therefore, significant exchange rate fluctuations between the U.S. dollar and the Canadian dollar could have a material adverse effect on our financial condition and results of operations.
We have entered into transactions by which we finance redundant statutory reserves of certain issue years of our term life insurance business. Under these transactions, we pay a fee to financial counterparties for their commitment to support redundant reserves and provide corresponding statutory reinsurance credit, allowing us to more efficiently manage our capital.
We finance redundant statutory reserves of certain issue years of our term life insurance business. Under this transaction, we pay a fee to a financial counterparty for its commitment to support redundant reserves and provide corresponding statutory reinsurance credit, allowing us to more efficiently manage our capital.
Changes in any of these laws or regulations may require additional compliance procedures, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, and results of operations. The current legislative and regulatory climate with regard to financial services may adversely affect our business, financial condition, and results of operations.
Changes in any of these laws or regulations may require additional compliance procedures, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, and results of operations.
In addition, our net investment in our Canadian subsidiaries is significantly affected by fluctuations in the exchange rate between the U.S. dollar and the Canadian dollar.
In addition, our net investment in our Canadian subsidiaries is significantly affected by fluctuations in the exchange rate between the U.S. dollar and the Canadian dollar. The market price of our common stock may fluctuat e.
As a result, in the future we may not be able to access reinsurance on new business and we could be forced to reinsure a smaller percentage of our mortality risk or the same percentage but at higher costs much greater than we have historically paid. 26 Our life insurance business is highly regulated, and statutory and regulatory changes may materially adversely affect our business, financial condition and results of operations.
As a result, in the future we may not be able to access reinsurance on new business and we could be forced to reinsure a smaller percentage of our mortality risk or the same percentage but at higher costs much greater than we have historically paid.
The efforts, level of engagement, and leadership of our senior managers have been, and will continue to be, critical to our success. Many of our most senior managers are very tenured and we expect increased instances of retirement in 2024 and 2025.
Further, our success substantially depends on our ability to attract and retain members of our senior management team. The efforts, level of engagement, and leadership of our senior managers have been, and will continue to be, critical to our success. Many of our most senior managers are very tenured and we expect instances of retirement in 2025.
Revocation of PFS Investments’ non-bank custodian status would affect its ability to earn revenue for providing such services and, consequently, could materially adversely affect our business, financial condition and results of operations.
Revocation of PFS Investments’ non-bank custodian status would affect its ability to earn revenue for providing such services and, consequently, could materially adversely affect our business, financial condition and results of operations. Risks Related to Our Mortgage Brokerage Business Licensing requirements will impact the size of the mortgage loan sales force, which could adversely affect our mortgage brokerage business.
We have not been, and are not currently, subject to franchise laws for similar reasons. However, there is a risk that a governmental agency or court could disagree with our assessment or that these laws and regulations could change.
We have not been, and are not currently, subject to franchise laws for similar reasons. However, there is a risk that a governmental agency or court could disagree with our assessment or that these laws and regulations could change. In addition, we do not believe that the Federal Trade Commission’s (“FTC”) current Business Opportunity Rule applies to the Company.
Economic downturns, which are often characterized by conditions such as elevated inflation, declines in capital markets, higher unemployment, lower household income, lower valuation of retirement savings accounts, lower corporate earnings, lower business investment and/or lower consumer spending, can impact the disposable income of middle-income consumers, which can influence their investment and spending decisions.
Economic downturns can result from a multitude of reasons and are often characterized by conditions such as elevated inflation and higher cost of living, declines in capital markets, higher unemployment, lower household income, lower valuation of retirement savings accounts, lower corporate earnings, lower business investment and/or lower consumer spending.
Various unfair and deceptive trade practices laws and regulations could potentially be invoked to challenge aspects of our recruiting of independent sales representatives. In particular, we and the independent sales representatives use promotional materials in recruiting that describe the potential business opportunity of becoming an independent sales representative and information with respect to earnings and lifestyle statements.
In particular, we and the independent sales representatives use promotional materials in recruiting that describe the potential business opportunity of becoming an independent sales representative and information with respect to earnings and lifestyle statements.
The volume of legislative and regulatory activity relating to financial services has increased substantially in recent years, and the level of enforcement actions and investigations by federal, state and provincial regulators may increase correspondingly. Legislative, regulatory and enforcement activity at the federal level may contribute to heightened activity at the state and provincial level.
The current legislative and regulatory climate with regard to financial services may adversely affect our business, financial condition, and results of operations. 35 The volume of legislative and regulatory activity relating to financial services has increased substantially in recent years, and the level of enforcement actions and investigations by federal, state and provincial regulators may increase correspondingly.
The financial strength ratings of our rated insurance subsidiaries are subject to periodic review using, among other things, the ratings agencies' proprietary capital adequacy models and are subject to revision or withdrawal at any time.
Primerica Life currently also has an insurer financial strength rating from each of Standard & Poor’s (“S&P”) and Moody’s. 26 The financial strength ratings of our rated insurance subsidiaries are subject to periodic review using, among other things, the ratings agencies’ proprietary capital adequacy models and are subject to revision or withdrawal at any time.
As a result, we may not achieve some or all of the anticipated benefits or other intended results associated with these initiatives, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations. We may be materially adversely affected by currency fluctuations in the United States dollar versus the Canadian dollar.
As a result, we may not achieve some or all of the anticipated benefits or other intended results associated with these initiatives, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations. 37 We may not be able to effectively execute our corporate strategy, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations.
However, despite these compliance and supervisory efforts, the breadth of our operations and the broad regulatory requirements could result in oversight failures and instances of non-compliance or violations on the part of the Company, independent sales representatives or licensed health insurance agents.
However, despite these compliance and supervisory efforts, the breadth of our operations and the broad regulatory requirements could result in oversight failures and instances of non-compliance or violations on the part of the Company or independent sales representatives. From time to time, we are subject to private litigation as a result of alleged misconduct by independent sales representatives.
Being subject to, or out of compliance with, the aforementioned laws and regulations could result in material costs, fines, penalties or litigation, which could materially adversely affect our business, financial condition and results of operations. e- TeleQuote’s security measures, which are designed to protect against breaches of security and other interference with its systems and networks, operate independently from Primerica’s systems.
Being subject to, or out of compliance with, the aforementioned laws and regulations could result in material costs, fines, penalties or litigation, which could materially adversely affect our business, financial condition and results of operations.
If the Company does not manage these changing workforce dynamics effectively, leading to prolonged employee attrition, it could materially adversely affect the Company’s financial condition and inhibit our long-term business strategy. Further, our success substantially depends on our ability to attract and retain members of our senior management team.
If the Company does not manage these changing workforce dynamics effectively, leading to prolonged employee attrition, or reasonable security measures with respect to senior management when traveling on behalf of the Company fail, it could materially adversely affect the Company’s financial condition, results of operations, and inhibit our long-term business strategy.
In addition to imposing requirements on independent sales representatives and licensed health insurance agents when dealing with clients, federal, state, provincial and territorial laws and regulations generally require us to maintain a system of supervision reasonably designed to ensure that independent sales representatives and licensed health insurance agents comply with the requirements to which they are subject.
Instances of non-compliance or violations on the part of the independent sales representatives could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations. 24 In addition to imposing requirements on independent sales representatives when dealing with clients, federal, state, provincial and territorial laws and regulations generally require us to maintain a system of controls and supervision reasonably designed to ensure that independent sales representatives comply with the requirements to which they are subject.
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Item 1C. Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity — threats and controls disclosure
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Item 1C. Cybersecurity
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Biggest changeIt includes key executives from the Company’s technology, security, privacy, and legal teams, coordinates corporate security initiatives and provides high-level guidance on technology-and security-related issues. The Chief Information Security Officer has responsibility for assessing and managing the Company’s material risks from cybersecurity threats.
Biggest changePrimerica’s senior executive leadership is actively involved in managing material risks from cybersecurity threats. Primerica’s cybersecurity operations risk steering group is chaired by the Chief Insurance Officer and holds quarterly meetings. It includes key executives from the Company’ s technology, security, privacy, and legal teams, coordinates corporate security initiatives and provides high-level guidance on technology-and security-related issues.
ITEM 1C. CYBERSECURITY. Risk Management and Strategy Primerica has processes in place aimed at assessing, identifying, and managing material risks from cybersecurity threats. Cybersecurity risk is integrated into Primerica’s enterprise risk management system.
ITEM 1C. CYBERSECURITY. Risk Management and Strategy Primerica has processes in place aimed at assessing, identifying, and managing material risks from cybersecurity threats which are integrated into Primerica’s enterprise risk management system.
Primerica’s enterprise risk management and internal audit functions conduct regular assessments and audits of risks from cybersecurity threats and report the results to the Board of Directors at least quarterly.
Primerica’s enterprise risk management and internal audit functions conduct regular assessments and audits of risks from cybersecurity threats and report the results to the Board of Directors at least quarterly. The Board considers cybersecurity risk as part of its business strategy, risk management, and financial oversight.
The Board considers cybersecurity risk as part of its business strategy, risk management, and financial oversight. 42 Primerica institutes a three-lines-of-defense model for information security risk assurance, in which management owns the risk, our enterprise risk management team assesses the risk and oversees compliance with internal guidelines and policies, and our internal audit team reviews the effectiveness of the first two lines of defense.
Primerica institutes a three-lines-of-defense model for information security risk assurance, in which management owns the risk, our enterprise risk management team assesses the risk and oversees compliance with internal guidelines and policies, and our internal audit team reviews the effectiveness of the first two lines of defense.
The incident response plan documents the roles and responsibilities of Primerica personnel in responding to information security incidents, including the process by which the Chief Information Security Officer, the Chief Information Officer, senior management, and the Board is informed about such incidents.
The incident response plan documents the roles and responsibilities of Primerica personnel in responding to information security incidents, including the process by which the Chief Information Security Officer, the Chief Information Officer, senior management, and the Board is informed about such incidents. 38 The Chief Information Security Officer leads the Company’s Incident Advisory Committee (“IAC”), which is notified in the event of high or medium severity incidents.
Governance The Board of Directors has responsibility for oversight of risks from cybersecurity threats. The Board receives a quarterly report from the Chief Information Officer and Chief Information Security Officer on risks from cybersecurity threats and, under the Company’s incident reporting plan, the Board is informed by management of certain cybersecurity incidents as appropriate.
The Board receives a quarterly report from the Chief Information Officer and Chief Information Security Officer on risks from cybersecurity threats and, under the Company’s incident reporting plan, the Board is informed by management of certain cybersecurity incidents as appropriate. In 2024, the Board participated in a facilitator-led training and simulation of an information security incident.
On a semi-annual basis, the IRT and management undertake facilitator-led trainings and simulations of information security incidents. Previous cybersecurity incidents have not materially affected the Company. For a discussion of risks to the Company related to cybersecurity threats, see “Item 1A. Risk Factors – Risks Related to Information Technology and Cybersecurity”, which is incorporated herein by reference.
Each IRT member has specific responsibilities related to his or her function at the Company. On a semi-annual basis, the IRT and management undertake facilitator-led trainings and simulations of information security incidents. Previous cybersecurity incidents have not materially affected the Company. For a discussion of risks to the Company related to cybersecurity threats, see “Item 1A.
The Chief Information Security Officer has served in various roles in information technology and information security for 35 years, including serving as the Company's Chief Information Security Officer for over 23 years.
The Chief Information Security Officer has responsibility for assessing and managing the Company’s material risks from cybersecurity threats. The Chief Information Security Officer has served in various roles in information technology and information security for 36 years, including serving as the Company’s Chief Information Security Officer for over 24 years.
We have an incident response plan designed to help us monitor the prevention, detection, mitigation, and remediation of information security incidents.
Similarly, our annual compliance training for the independent sales representatives includes training on maintaining data security and privacy. We have an incident response plan designed to help us monitor the prevention, detection, mitigation, and remediation of information security incidents.
The Incident Response Team (“IRT”) consists of the IAC and a larger group of managers that is typically notified of more significant incidents. The IRT reports findings to management and the Board as necessary. Each IRT member has specific responsibilities related to his or her function at the Company.
The IAC includes representatives from information technology, legal, and often the impacted business unit. The Incident Response Team (“IRT”) consists of the IAC and a larger group of managers that is typically notified of more significant incidents. The IRT reports findings to management and the Board as necessary.
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Similarly, our annual compliance training for the independent sales representatives includes training on maintaining data security and privacy. e-TeleQuote operates under certain of its own separate policies and procedures related to physical and information security. These policies and procedures are similar in nature to the ones discussed above.
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Risk Factors – Risks Related to Information Technology and Cybersecurity”, which is incorporated herein by reference. Governance The Board of Directors has responsibility for oversight of risks from cybersecurity threats.
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The Chief Information Security Officer leads the Company’s Incident Advisory Committee (“IAC”), which is notified in the event of high or medium severity incidents. The IAC includes representatives from information technology, legal, and often the impacted business unit.
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In 2023, the Board participated in a facilitator-led training and simulation of an information security incident. Primerica’s senior executive leadership is actively involved in managing material risks from cybersecurity threats. Primerica’s cybersecurity operations risk steering group is chaired by the Chief Operating Officer and holds quarterly meetings.
Item 2. Properties
Properties — owned and leased real estate
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Properties — owned and leased real estate
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Biggest changeRecently-issued accounting guidance not discussed above is not applicable, is immaterial to our consolidated financial statements, or did not or is not expected to have a material impact on our business. 93 (2) Other Comprehensive Income The components of other comprehensive income (“OCI”), including the income tax expense or benefit allocated to each component, were as follows: Year ended December 31, 2023 2022 2021 (In thousands) Foreign currency translation adjustments: Change in unrealized foreign currency translation gains (losses) before income taxes $ 10,044 $ ( 20,826 ) $ 6,969 Income tax expense (benefit) on unrealized foreign currency translation gains (losses) - - - Change in unrealized foreign currency translation gains (losses), net of income taxes $ 10,044 $ ( 20,826 ) $ 6,969 Unrealized gain (losses) on available-for-sale securities: Change in unrealized holding gains (losses) arising during period before income taxes $ 87,390 $ ( 385,735 ) $ ( 78,348 ) Income tax expense (benefit) on unrealized holding gains (losses) arising during period 18,751 ( 82,185 ) ( 17,038 ) Change in unrealized holding gains (losses) on available-for-sale securities arising during period, net of income taxes 68,639 ( 303,550 ) ( 61,310 ) Reclassification from accumulated OCI to net income for (gains) losses realized on available-for-sale securities 2,811 ( 1,387 ) ( 3,849 ) Income tax (expense) benefit on (gains) losses reclassified from accumulated OCI to net income 590 ( 292 ) ( 808 ) Reclassification from accumulated OCI to net income for (gains) losses realized on available-for-sale securities, net of income taxes 2,221 ( 1,095 ) ( 3,041 ) Change in unrealized gains (losses) on available-for-sale securities, net of income taxes and reclassification adjustment $ 70,860 $ ( 304,645 ) $ ( 64,351 ) Effect of change in discount rate assumptions on the LFPB: Change in effect in discount rate assumptions on the LFPB before income taxes $ ( 216,301 ) $ 1,739,762 $ 347,041 Income tax (expense) benefit on the effect of change in discount rate assumptions on the LFPB from accumulated OCI to net income ( 46,799 ) 371,166 74,599 Change in effect in discount rate assumptions on the LFPB, net of income taxes $ ( 169,502 ) $ 1,368,596 $ 272,442 (3) Segment and Geographical Information Segments.
Biggest changeThe reconciliation for such difference follows: Year ended December 31, 2024 2023 2022 Amount Percentage Amount Percentage Amount Percentage (Dollars in thousands) Computed tax expense $ ( 82,811 ) 21.0 % $ ( 4,212 ) 21.0 % $ ( 20,721 ) 21.0 % State income taxes ( 11,227 ) 2.8 % ( 1,187 ) 5.9 % ( 3,411 ) 3.5 % Write-off of net assets upon disposal 20,115 ( 5.1 )% - — % - — % Goodwill impairment loss 26,818 ( 6.8 )% - — % 12,600 ( 12.8 )% Tax benefit of abandonment ( 97,786 ) 24.8 % - — % - — % Other 164 — % ( 78 ) 0.4 % 543 ( 0.6 )% Total tax benefit / effective rate from discontinuing operations $ ( 144,727 ) 36.7 % $ ( 5,477 ) 27.3 % $ ( 10,989 ) 11.1 % The carrying values of the major classes of assets and liabilities from discontinued operations entities included on the consolidated balance sheets were as follows: December 31, 2024 December 31, 2023 (In thousands) Cash and cash equivalents $ - $ 19,000 Renewal commissions receivable - 128,886 Agent balances, due premiums and other receivables - 3,850 Goodwill - 127,707 Intangible assets, net (accumulated amortization: $ 0 in 2024 and $ 26,250 in 2023) - 129,750 Income tax receivable - 3,479 Operating lease right-of-use assets - 2,187 Other assets - 3,981 Total assets from discontinued operations entities $ - $ 418,840 Deferred income taxes $ - $ 58,990 Operating lease liabilities - 2,465 Other liabilities - 4,389 Total liabilities from discontinued operations entities $ - $ 65,844 Total operating and investing cash flows of the discontinued operations were as follows, which excludes the Company’s use of $ 59.4 million of the total income tax benefit recognized on disposal to offset federal income tax payments during 2024: Year ended December 31, 2024 2023 2022 (In thousands) Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities $ ( 5,663 ) $ 8,372 $ 19,760 Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities $ ( 21,515 ) $ ( 331 ) $ ( 94 ) 81 (3) Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) The components of other comprehensive income (loss) (“OCI”), including the income tax expense or benefit allocated to each component, were as follows: Year ended December 31, 2024 2023 2022 (In thousands) Foreign currency translation adjustments: Change in unrealized foreign currency translation gains (losses) before income taxes $ ( 32,532 ) $ 10,044 $ ( 20,826 ) Income tax expense (benefit) on unrealized foreign currency translation gains (losses) - - - Change in unrealized foreign currency translation gains (losses), net of income taxes $ ( 32,532 ) $ 10,044 $ ( 20,826 ) Unrealized gain (losses) on available-for-sale securities: Change in unrealized holding gains (losses) arising during period before income taxes $ 9,950 $ 87,390 $ ( 385,735 ) Income tax expense (benefit) on unrealized holding gains (losses) arising during period 2,340 18,751 ( 82,185 ) Change in unrealized holding gains (losses) on available-for-sale securities arising during period, net of income taxes 7,610 68,639 ( 303,550 ) Reclassification from accumulated OCI to net income for (gains) losses realized on available-for-sale securities ( 562 ) 2,811 ( 1,387 ) Income tax (expense) benefit on (gains) losses reclassified from accumulated OCI to net income ( 118 ) 590 ( 292 ) Reclassification from accumulated OCI to net income for (gains) losses realized on available-for-sale securities, net of income taxes ( 444 ) 2,221 ( 1,095 ) Change in unrealized gains (losses) on available-for-sale securities, net of income taxes and reclassification adjustment $ 7,166 $ 70,860 $ ( 304,645 ) Effect of change in discount rate assumptions on the LFPB: Change in effect in discount rate assumptions on the LFPB before income taxes $ 334,035 $ ( 216,301 ) $ 1,739,762 Income tax expense (benefit) on the effect of change in discount rate assumptions on the LFPB from accumulated OCI to net income 70,116 ( 46,799 ) 371,166 Change in effect in discount rate assumptions on the LFPB, net of income taxes $ 263,919 $ ( 169,502 ) $ 1,368,596 (4) Segment and Geographical Information Segments.
These conditions and factors also impact prospective recruits’ perceptions of the business opportunity that becoming an independent sales representative offers, which can drive or dampen recruiting. Consumer spending and borrowing levels affect how consumers evaluate their savings and debt management plans. In addition, interest rates and equity market returns impact consumer demand for the savings and investment products we distribute.
These conditions and factors also impact prospective recruits’ perceptions of the business opportunity that becoming an independent sales representative offers, which can drive or dampen recruiting. Consumer spending and borrowing levels affect how consumers evaluate their savings and debt management plans. In addition, equity market returns and interest rates impact consumer demand for the investment and savings products we distribute.
Historically, we have found that while sales volume of term life insurance products between fiscal periods may vary based on a variety of factors, the productivity of sales representatives generally remains within a range (i.e., an average monthly rate of new policies issued per life-licensed independent sales representative between 0.20 and 0.24, as adjusted).
Historically, we have found that while sales volume of term life insurance products between fiscal periods may vary based on a variety of factors, the productivity of independent sales representatives generally remains within a range (i.e., an average monthly rate of new policies issued per life-licensed independent sales representative between 0.20 and 0.24, as adjusted).
Sales of investment and savings products are influenced by the overall demand for investment products in the United States and Canada, as well as by the size and productivity of the independent sales force. We generally experience seasonality in the Investment and Savings Products segment results due to our high concentration of sales of retirement account products.
Sales of investment and savings products are influenced by the overall demand for investment and savings products in the United States and Canada, as well as by the size and productivity of the independent sales force. We generally experience seasonality in the Investment and Savings Products segment results due to our high concentration of sales of retirement account products.
We earn revenues and pay commissions and referral fees within the Corporate and Other Distributed Products segment for mortgage loan originations, prepaid legal services, auto and homeowners’ insurance referrals, and other financial products, all of which are originated by third parties.
Corporate and Other Distributed Products Segment. We earn revenues and pay commissions and referral fees within the Corporate and Other Distributed Products segment for mortgage loan originations, prepaid legal services, auto and homeowners’ insurance referrals, and other financial products, all of which are originated by third parties.
The decrease in sales-based commissions in 2023 from 2022 was in line with the decrease in sales-based revenue. Asset-based commissions were up for 2023 and were generally consistent with the movement in asset-based revenues when excluding Canadian segregated funds revenue. Asset-based expenses for our Canadian segregated funds are reflected within insurance commissions and amortization of DAC. Other operating expenses.
The decrease in sales-based commissions in 2023 from 2022 was in line with the decrease in sales-based revenue. Asset-based commissions were up for 2023 and were generally consistent with the movement in asset-based revenues when excluding Canadian segregated funds revenue. Asset-based commissions for our Canadian segregated funds are reflected within insurance commissions and amortization of DAC. Other operating expenses.
The portion of the impairment that is due to factors other than a credit loss is recognized in other comprehensive income in the consolidated statements of comprehensive income as an unrealized loss. Credit losses recognized in the allowance for credit losses are reversed in situations where the estimate of credit losses on those securities has declined.
The portion of the impairment that is due to factors other than a credit loss is recognized in other comprehensive income (loss) in the consolidated statements of comprehensive income (loss) as an unrealized loss. Credit losses recognized in the allowance for credit losses are reversed in situations where the estimate of credit losses on those securities has declined.
Discount rates consist of yield curves that are developed using Bloomberg’s Evaluated Pricing Product based on senior unsecured fixed rate bonds ratings of A+, A or A-.
Discount rates consist of yield curves that are developed using Bloomberg’s Evaluated Pricing Product based on senior unsecured fixed rate bonds ratings of A+, A or A-.
Premiums from insurance contracts we underwrite, fees received from segregated funds insurance contracts, and income earned on our invested assets are excluded from the definition of revenues from contracts with customers in accordance with U.S.
Premiums from insurance contracts we underwrite, fees received from segregated funds insurance contracts we underwrite, and income earned on our invested assets are excluded from the definition of revenues from contracts with customers in accordance with U.S.
The Senior Notes were issued in November 2021 at a price of 99.55 % of the principal amount with an annual interest rate of 2.80 %, payable semi-annually in arrears on May 19 and November 19, and are scheduled to mature on November 19, 2031 .
The Senior Notes were issued in November 2021 at a price of 99.55 % of the principal amount with an annual interest rate of 2.80 % , payable semi-annually in arrears on May 19 and November 19, and are scheduled to mature on November 19, 2031 .
Under the Revolving Credit Facility, we incur a commitment fee that is payable quarterly in arrears and is determined by our debt rating. This commitment fee ranges from 0.10 % to 0.225 % per annum of the aggregate amount of the $ 200.0 million commitment of the lenders under the Revolving Credit Facility that remains undrawn.
Under the Revolving Credit Facility, we incur a commitment fee that is payable quarterly in arrears and is determined by our debt rating. This commitment fee ranges from 0.10 % to 0.225 % per annum of the aggregate amount of the $ 200.0 million commitment of the lenders under the Revolving Credit Facility that remains undrawn.
We maintain an unsecured $200.0 million Revolving Credit Facility with a syndicate of commercial banks that has a scheduled termination date of June 22, 2026. Amounts outstanding under the Revolving Credit Facility bear interest at a periodic rate equal to the Secured Overnight Financing Rate (“SOFR”) rate loan or the base rate, plus in either case an applicable margin.
We maintain an unsecured $200.0 million Revolving Credit Facility with a syndicate of commercial banks that has a scheduled termination date of June 22, 2026. Amounts outstanding under the Revolving Credit Facility bear interest at a periodic rate equal to the Secured Overnight Financing Rate (“SOFR”) rate loan or the base rate, plus in either case an applicable 64 margin.
There are no regulatory restrictions on the ability of the Parent Company to pay dividends (other than limitations under the Delaware General Corporation Law that provide that dividends on common stock shall be declared by the Board of Directors out of surplus or, if there is no surplus, out of net profits for the fiscal year in which the dividend is declared and/or the preceding prior fiscal year).
There are no regulatory restrictions on the ability of the Parent Company to pay dividends (other than limitations under the Delaware General Corporation Law that provide that dividends on common stock shall be declared by the Board out of surplus or, if there is no surplus, out of net profits for the fiscal year in which the dividend is declared and/or the preceding prior fiscal year).
Estimated impacts show the (decrease) / increase in accumulated other comprehensive income before income taxes. The assumption change is based on a parallel shift in the discount rate curve. As discussed above, changes in lapse, mortality, and disability assumptions would also affect the net premium ratio used to recognize benefits expenses in future periods.
Estimated impacts show the (decrease) / increase in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) before income taxes. The assumption change is based on a parallel shift in the discount rate curve. As discussed above, changes in lapse, mortality, and disability assumptions would also affect the net premium ratio used to recognize benefits expenses in future periods.
One means of assessing the exposure of our fixed-maturity securities portfolios to interest rate changes is a duration-based analysis that measures the potential changes in market value resulting from a hypothetical change in interest rates of 100 basis points across all maturities. This model is sometimes referred to as a parallel shift in the yield curve.
One means of assessing the exposure of our fixed-maturity securities portfolios to interest rate changes is a duration-based analysis that measures the potential changes in market value resulting from a 65 hypothetical change in interest rates of 100 basis points across all maturities. This model is sometimes referred to as a parallel shift in the yield curve.
Specifically, the evaluation of the mortality, persistency and disability rate cash flow assumptions (collectively, key assumptions) used in estimating the liability for future policy benefits for term life insurance contracts required subjective auditor judgment and specialized skills and knowledge. The following are the primary procedures we performed to address this critical audit matter.
Specifically, the evaluation of the mortality, persistency, and disability rate cash flow assumptions (collectively, 67 key assumptions) used in estimating the liability for future policy benefits for term life insurance contracts required subjective auditor judgment and specialized skills and knowledge. The following are the primary procedures we performed to address this critical audit matter.
We earn transfer agent recordkeeping fees for administrative functions we perform on behalf of several of our mutual fund providers. An individual client account may include multiple fund positions for which we earn transfer agent recordkeeping fees. We may also receive fees earned for non-bank custodial services that we provide to clients with retirement plan accounts. Sales mix.
We earn transfer agent recordkeeping fees for administrative functions we perform on behalf of several of our mutual fund providers. An individual client account may include multiple fund positions for which we earn transfer agent recordkeeping fees. We may also receive fees earned for non-bank custodial services that we provide to clients with retirement plan accounts. 50 Sales mix.
In general, persistency differences have a minimal impact on our financial results from period to period since DAC is generally amortized on a straight-line basis and the unlocking of the 55 LFPB adjusts both expected net premiums and expected future policy benefits and spreads any variances over the remaining contract period. • Mortality.
In general, persistency differences have a minimal impact on our financial results from period to period since DAC is generally amortized on a straight-line basis and the unlocking of the LFPB adjusts both expected net premiums and expected future policy benefits and spreads any variances over the remaining contract period. • Mortality.
Another contributing factor to the decrease in sales-based revenues was the discontinuation of most up-front sales-based revenue on the sale of Canadian mutual funds, which are now sold under the principal distributor model. The principal distributor funds we now distribute in Canada primarily shift the revenue we earn to asset-based that is recognized over time. Sales commissions.
Another contributing factor to the decrease in sales-based revenues was the discontinuation of most up-front sales-based revenue on the sale of Canadian mutual funds, which are now sold under the principal distributor model. The principal distributor funds we now distribute in Canada primarily shift the revenue we earn to asset-based that is recognized over time. 58 Sales commissions.
Earnings Per Share (“EPS”). The Company has outstanding equity awards that consist of restricted stock units (“RSUs”), performance-based stock units (“PSUs”), and stock options. The RSUs maintain non-forfeitable dividend rights that result in dividend payment obligations on a one-to-one ratio with common shares for any future dividend declarations.
Earnings Per Share (“EPS”). The Company has outstanding equity awards that consist of restricted stock units (“RSUs”) and performance-based stock units (“PSUs”). The RSUs maintain non-forfeitable dividend rights that result in dividend payment obligations on a one-to-one ratio with common shares for any future dividend declarations.
Amounts outstanding under the Revolving Credit Facility are borrowed, at our discretion, on the basis of either a Secured Overnight Financing Rate (“SOFR”) rate loan, or a base rate loan. SOFR rate loans bear interest at a periodic rate equal to one-, three-, or six-month Adjusted Term SOFR, plus an applicable margin.
Amounts outstanding under the Revolving Credit Facility are borrowed, at our discretion, on the basis of either a Secured Overnight Financing Rate (“SOFR”) rate loan, or a base rate loan. SOFR rate loans bear interest at a periodic rate equal to one-, three-, or six-month 125 Adjusted Term SOFR, plus an applicable margin.
Unrealized gains and losses on available-for-sale securities are included as a separate component of other comprehensive income in our consolidated statements of comprehensive income. We also hold equity securities, including common and non-redeemable preferred stock. These equity securities are measured at fair value, and changes in unrealized gains and losses are recognized in net income.
Unrealized gains and losses on available-for-sale securities are included as a separate component of other comprehensive income (loss) in our consolidated statements of comprehensive income (loss). We also hold equity securities, including common and non-redeemable preferred stock. These equity securities are measured at fair value, and changes in unrealized gains and losses are recognized in net income.
Cash used in investing activities decreased in 2023 from 2022 primarily due to fluctuations in the timing of maturities and reinvestment of debt securities held in our available-for-sale investment portfolio. In both periods, cash provided by operating activities was used to fund investment purchases that increased the size of our invested asset portfolio.
Cash used in investing activities decreased in 2023 from 2022 primarily due to fluctuations in the timing of maturities and reinvestment of debt securities held in our available-for-sale investment portfolio. In both periods, cash provided by operating activities was used to fund investment purchases that increased the size of our invested asset portfolio. Financing Activities.
Due to the difficulty of estimating costs of litigation, actual costs may be substantially higher or lower than any amounts reserved. 88 Income Taxes . We are subject to the income tax laws of the United States, its states, municipalities, and certain unincorporated territories, as well as foreign jurisdictions, most notably Canada.
Due to the difficulty of estimating costs of litigation, actual costs may be substantially higher or lower than any amounts reserved. Income Taxes . We are subject to the income tax laws of the United States, its states, municipalities, and certain unincorporated territories, as well as foreign jurisdictions, most notably Canada.
Both the LLC Note and the Surplus Note mature on December 31, 2030 and bear interest at an annual interest rate of 4.50 % . The LLC Note is guaranteed by Hannover Re through a credit enhancement feature in exchange for a fee, which is reflected in interest expense on our consolidated statements of income.
Both the LLC Note and the Surplus Note mature on 85 December 31, 2030 and bear interest at an annual interest rate of 4.50 % . The LLC Note is guaranteed by Hannover Re through a credit enhancement feature in exchange for a fee, which is reflected in interest expense in our consolidated statements of income.
We also corroborate pricing information provided by our third-party pricing service by performing a review of selected securities. Our review activities include obtaining detailed information about the assumptions, inputs and methodologies used in pricing the security; documenting this information; and corroborating it by comparison to independently obtained prices and or independently developed pricing methodologies.
We also corroborate pricing information provided by our third-party pricing service by performing a review of selected securities. Our review activities include obtaining detailed information about the 89 assumptions, inputs and methodologies used in pricing the security; documenting this information; and corroborating it by comparison to independently obtained prices and/or independently developed pricing methodologies.
We recognize revenue from the sale of other miscellaneous products and services, including monthly subscription fees from the sales representatives for access to POL, upon the transfer of the promised product or service. For POL subscriptions, we satisfy our performance obligation by providing subscribers access to the promised services over time during each monthly subscription period.
We recognize revenue from the sale of other miscellaneous products and services, including monthly subscription fees from the independent sales representatives for access to POL, upon the transfer of the promised product or service. For POL subscriptions, we satisfy our performance obligation by providing subscribers access to the promised services over time during each monthly subscription period.
We defer incremental direct costs of successful contract acquisitions that result from and are essential to the contract transaction(s) and that would not have been incurred had the contract transaction(s) not occurred. These deferred policy acquisition costs mainly include commissions, underwriting costs and certain other policy issuance expenses associated with successful contract acquisitions.
We defer incremental direct costs of successful contract acquisitions that result from and are essential to the contract transaction(s) and that would not have been incurred had the contract transaction(s) not occurred. These deferred policy acquisition costs mainly include commissions, underwriting costs and certain other policy issuance expenses associated with successful contract acquisitions and renewals.
As of each reporting period, all assets and liabilities recorded at fair value are classified in their entirety based on the lowest level of input (Level 3 being the lowest in the hierarchy) that is significant to the fair value measurement. Significant levels of estimation and judgment are required to determine the fair value of certain of our investments.
As of each reporting period, all assets and liabilities recorded at fair value are classified in their entirety based on the lowest level of input (Level 3 being the lowest in the hierarchy) that is significant to the fair value measurement. Significant levels of estimation and 88 judgment are required to determine the fair value of certain of our investments.
Estimated impacts show the (decrease) / increase in income before income taxes. The assumption change sensitivities shown are based on a consistent percentage change across all policy durations. (2) Changes in discount rate affect the effect of change in discount rate assumptions on the liability for future policy benefits on the consolidated statements of comprehensive income.
Estimated impacts show the (decrease) / increase in income before income taxes. The assumption change sensitivities shown are based on a consistent percentage change across all policy durations. (2) Changes in discount rate affect the effect of change in discount rate assumptions on the liability for future policy benefits on the consolidated statements of comprehensive income (loss).
We, in turn, pay sales commissions to the sales force. We also receive investment advisory and administrative fees based on the average daily net asset value of client assets held in managed investments programs and contracts related to separate account assets issued by Primerica Life Canada. We, in turn, pay asset-based commissions to the sales force.
We also receive investment advisory and administrative fees based on the average daily net asset value of client assets held in managed investments programs and contracts related to separate account assets issued by Primerica Life Canada. We, in turn, pay asset-based commissions to the independent sales force.
Concurrent with signing these agreements, we transferred the corresponding account balances in respect of the coinsured policies along with the assets to support the statutory liabilities assumed by the IPO coinsurers. Each of the account balances transferred were at book value with no gain or loss recorded in net income.
Concurrent with signing these agreements, we transferred the corresponding account balances in respect of the coinsured policies along with the assets to support the statutory 91 liabilities assumed by the IPO coinsurers. Each of the account balances transferred were at book value with no gain or loss recorded in net income.
I tem 11. Executive Compensation. The information required by this item will be contained under the following headings in the Proxy Statement and is incorporated herein by reference: • Board of Directors — Board Committees — Compensation Committee; • Board of Directors — Director Compensation; and • Executive Compensation (excluding the information under the subheading Pay Versus Performance (PVP)).
I tem 11. Executive Compensation. The information required by this item will be contained under the following headings in the Proxy Statement and is incorporated herein by reference: • Board of Directors — Board Committees — Compensation Committee; • Board of Directors — Director Compensation; and 113 • Executive Compensation (excluding the information under the subheading Pay Versus Performance (PVP)).
As of the date of this report, we do not believe any pending legal proceeding to which Primerica or any of its subsidiaries is a party is required to be disclosed pursuant to this item. I TEM 4. MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES. Not applicable. I TEM X.
As of the date of this report, we do not believe any pending legal proceeding to which Primerica or any of its subsidiaries is a party is required to be disclosed pursuant to this item. I TEM 4. MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES. Not applicable. 39 I TEM X.
As maturity dates are of a long-term nature, the likelihood that guarantee payments will be required at any given point is very small. 87 Additionally, the portfolios consist of a very large number of individual contracts, further spreading the risk related to the guarantee.
As maturity dates are of a long-term nature, the likelihood that guarantee payments will be required at any given point is very small. Additionally, the portfolios consist of a very large number of individual contracts, further spreading the risk related to the guarantee.
Individually, those reinsurers are SCOR Global Life Americas Reinsurance Company, SCOR Global Life U.S.A. Reinsurance Company, SCOR Global Life Re Insurance Company of Delaware, and SCOR Global Life of Canada. The IPO coinsurance agreements include provisions to ensure that Primerica Life, Primerica Life Canada and NBLIC receive full regulatory credit for the reinsurance treaties.
Individually, those reinsurers are SCOR Global Life Americas Reinsurance Company, SCOR Global Life U.S.A. Reinsurance Company, SCOR Global Life Re Insurance Company of Delaware, and SCOR Global Life of Canada. 92 The IPO coinsurance agreements include provisions to ensure that Primerica Life, Primerica Life Canada and NBLIC receive full regulatory credit for the reinsurance treaties.
The statutory financial statements of Primerica Life Canada reported to OSFI are prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS”). Primerica Life Canada’s capacity to pay ordinary dividends to its parent is limited by OSFI regulations to the extent that its capital exceeds internal capital targets.
The statutory financial statements of Primerica Life Canada reported to OSFI are prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards. Primerica Life Canada’s capacity to pay ordinary dividends to its parent is limited by OSFI regulations to the extent that its capital exceeds internal capital targets.
The Company’s principal life insurance company, Primerica Life, prepares its statutory financial statements on the basis of accounting practices prescribed or permitted by the NAIC and the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (“Tennessee DOCI”) and includes the statutory financial statements of its wholly owned insurance subsidiaries, NBLIC, Peach Re, and Vidalia Re.
The Company’s principal life insurance company, Primerica Life, prepares its statutory financial statements on the basis of accounting practices prescribed or permitted by the NAIC and the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (“Tennessee DOCI”) and includes the statutory financial statements of its wholly owned insurance subsidiaries, NBLIC and Vidalia Re.
Fees for these services, which are based on a percentage of client assets in the managed investments program, become known and are charged to investors during the same reporting period in which the daily investment advisory and administrative services are performed. 118 Shareholder Services.
Fees for these services, which are based on a percentage of client assets in the managed investments program, become known and are charged to investors during the same reporting period in which the daily investment advisory and administrative services are performed. Shareholder Services.
We recognized credit losses on securities due to: (i) our intent to sell them; (ii) adverse credit events indicating that we will not receive the security’s contractual cash flows when contractually due, such as news of an impending filing for bankruptcy; (iii) analyses of the issuer’s most recent financial statements or other information indicating that significant liquidity deficiencies, significant losses and large declines in capitalization exist; and (iv) analyses of rating agency information for issuances with severe ratings downgrades indicating a significant increase in the possibility of default.
We recognize credit losses on securities due to: (i) our intent to sell them; (ii) adverse credit events indicating that we will not receive the security’s contractual cash flows when contractually due, such as news of an impending filing for bankruptcy; (iii) analyses of the issuer’s most recent financial statements or other information indicating that significant liquidity deficiencies, significant losses and large declines in capitalization exist; and (iv) analyses of rating agency information for issuances with severe ratings downgrades indicating a significant increase in the possibility of default.
We earn marketing and distribution fees (trail commissions or, with respect to U.S. mutual funds, 12b-1 fees) on mutual fund and annuity assets in the United States and Canada. In the United States, we also earn investment advisory and 56 administrative fees on assets in managed investments.
We earn marketing and distribution fees (trail commissions or, with respect to U.S. mutual funds, 12b-1 fees) on mutual fund and annuity assets in the United States and Canada. In the United States, we also earn investment advisory and administrative fees on assets in managed investments.
The Funds’ assets are administered by Primerica Life Canada and are held separate and apart from the general assets of the Company. The liabilities reflect the variable insurance contract holders’ interests in the Funds’ net assets based upon actual investment performance of the respective Funds.
The Funds’ assets are administered by Primerica Life Canada and are held separate and apart from the general assets of the Company. The liabilities reflect the variable insurance contract holders’ interests in the Funds’ net assets based upon actual investment 76 performance of the respective Funds.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to Primerica's Current Report on Form 8-K filed May 24, 2013 (Commission File No. 001-34680). 3.2 Third Amended and Restated By-laws of Primerica, Inc.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to Primerica's Current Report on Form 8-K filed May 24, 2013 (Commission File No. 001-34680). 115 3.2 Third Amended and Restated By-laws of Primerica, Inc.
Kieser joined Primerica in October 1995 and has held many positions over her career including Vice President of Sales and Product Marketing, Senior Vice President of Auto and Homeowners Insurance, and Chief Marketing Officer for Primerica Life Insurance Company. Ms.
Kieser joined Primerica in October 1995 and has held many positions over her career including Vice President of Sales and Product Marketing, Senior Vice President of Auto and Homeowners Insurance, and Chief Marketing Officer for Primerica Life Insurance Company (PLIC). Ms.
At this time, we cannot quantify the financial impact, if any, of future changes to our business that may be necessary if our Principal Distributor funds model is required to be modified or discontinued.
At this time, we cannot quantify the financial impact, 48 if any, of future changes to our business that may be necessary if our Principal Distributor funds model is required to be modified or discontinued.
The principal amounts of the Surplus Note and the LLC Note have reached their peaks and are expected to decrease over time to coincide with the amount of policy reserves being contractually supported under the Vidalia Re Coinsurance Agreement.
The principal amounts of the Surplus Note and the LLC Note have reached their peaks and are expected to decrease over time to coincide with the amount of policy reserves contractually supported under the Vidalia Re Coinsurance Agreement.
On June 22, 2021, we amended and restated our unsecured $ 200.0 million revolving credit facility (“Revolving Credit Facility”) with a syndicate of commercial banks. The Revolving Credit Facility has a scheduled termination date of June 22, 2026 .
(D) Revolving Credit Facility On June 22, 2021, we amended and restated our unsecured $ 200.0 million revolving credit facility (“Revolving Credit Facility”) with a syndicate of commercial banks. The Revolving Credit Facility has a scheduled termination date of June 22, 2026.
Fees for these services, which are based on a percentage of client assets in the mutual funds, become known and are charged to investors during the same reporting period in which the shareholder services are performed. Account-based Services.
Fees for these services, which are based on a percentage of client assets in the mutual funds, become known and are charged to investors during the same reporting period in which the shareholder services are performed. 106 Account-based Services.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to Primerica’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2022 (Commission File No. 001-34680). 131 10.9 Reinsurance Trust Agreement dated as of June 23, 2022 between Swiss Re Life and Health America Inc., as Grantor, and Primerica Life Insurance Company, as Beneficiary, and The Bank of New York Mellon, as Trustee Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.3 to Primerica’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2022 (Commission File No. 001-34680). 10.10 10% Coinsurance Economic Trust Agreement dated March 29, 2010 among Primerica Life Insurance Company, Prime Reinsurance Company, Inc. and The Bank of New York Mellon.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to Primerica’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2022 (Commission File No. 001-34680). 10.9 Reinsurance Trust Agreement dated as of June 23, 2022 between Swiss Re Life and Health America Inc., as Grantor, and Primerica Life Insurance Company, as Beneficiary, and The Bank of New York Mellon, as Trustee Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.3 to Primerica’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2022 (Commission File No. 001-34680). 116 10.10 10% Coinsurance Economic Trust Agreement dated March 29, 2010 among Primerica Life Insurance Company, Prime Reinsurance Company, Inc. and The Bank of New York Mellon.
Productivity in 2023 and adjusted 2022, measured by the average monthly rate of new policies issued per life-licensed independent sales representative, was in line with our adjusted historical range.
Productivity in 2024, 2023, and adjusted 2022 measured by the average monthly rate of new policies issued per life-licensed independent sales representative, was in line with our adjusted historical range.
The amount of investment income (loss) and income tax benefit recognized in the accompanying consolidated statements of income were not material due to our policy of reducing the carrying value of the investment by the tax credits and other tax attributes.
The amount of investment income (loss) and income tax benefit recognized in the accompanying consolidated statements of income were not material due to our accounting policy of reducing the carrying value of the investment by the tax credits and other tax attributes.
Consists primarily of dealer re-allowances earned on the sales of investment and savings products, trail commissions and management fees based on the asset values of client accounts, marketing and distribution fees from product originators, fees for non-bank custodial services rendered in our capacity as nominee on client retirement accounts funded by mutual funds on our servicing platform, transfer agent recordkeeping fees for mutual funds on our servicing platform, and fees associated with the sale of other distributed products.
Consists primarily of dealer re-allowances earned on the sales of investment and savings products, trail commissions and management fees based on the asset values of client accounts, marketing and distribution fees from product originators, fees for non-bank custodial services rendered in our capacity as nominee on client retirement accounts funded by mutual funds on our servicing platform, transfer agent recordkeeping fees for mutual funds on our servicing platform, and fees associated with the sale of other distributed products. • Net investment income .
The cash flow assumptions underlying the liability for future policy benefits include mortality, persistency, and 77 disability rates. The cash flow assumptions used to measure the liability for future policy benefits are reviewed at least annually and updated as necessary.
The cash flow assumptions underlying the liability for future policy benefits include mortality, persistency, and disability rates. The cash flow assumptions used to measure the liability for future policy benefits are reviewed at least annually and updated as necessary.
We also have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB), the Company’s internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2023, based on criteria established in Internal Control – Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission, and our report dated February 28, 2024 expressed an unqualified opinion on the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting.
We also have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB), the Company’s internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2024, based on criteria established in Internal Control – Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission, and our report dated February 28, 2025 expressed an unqualified opinion on the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting.
Unrealized gains and losses on AFS securities are included as a separate component of other comprehensive income (loss), except for credit loss impairment discussed below. 84 For an AFS security with an amortized cost that exceeds its fair value, we first determine if we intend to sell or will more-likely-than-not be required to sell the security before the expected recovery of its amortized cost.
Unrealized gains and losses on AFS securities are included as a separate component of other comprehensive income (loss), except for credit loss impairment discussed below. 74 For an AFS security with an amortized cost that exceeds its fair value, we first determine if we intend to sell or will more-likely-than-not be required to sell the security before the expected recovery of its amortized cost.
Investment and Savings Products Marketing and Distribution Services. We receive commissions and fees from mutual fund companies and annuity providers for the marketing and distribution by the licensed sales representatives of investment and savings products underwritten by such companies and providers.
Investment and Savings Products Marketing and Distribution Services. We receive commissions and fees from mutual fund companies and annuity providers for the marketing and distribution by the licensed independent sales representatives of investment and savings products underwritten by such companies and providers.
During the year ended December 31, 2023, no amounts were drawn under the Revolving Credit Facility. As of December 31, 2023, we were in compliance with the covenants of the Revolving Credit Facility. Furthermore, no events of default occurred under the Revolving Credit Facility during the year ended December 31, 2023.
During the year ended December 31, 2023, no amounts were drawn under the Revolving Credit Facility. As of December 31, 2024, we were in compliance with the covenants of the Revolving Credit Facility. Furthermore, no events of default occurred under the Revolving Credit Facility during the year ended December 31, 2024.
The information required by this item will be contained under the following headings in the Proxy Statement and is incorporated herein by reference: • Matters to be Voted on — Proposal 3: Ratification of the Appointment of KPMG LLP as Our Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm; • Board of Directors — Board Committees — Audit Committee; and • Audit Matters — Fees and Services of KPMG. 129 P ART IV IT EM 15.
The information required by this item will be contained under the following headings in the Proxy Statement and is incorporated herein by reference: • Matters to be Voted on — Proposal 3: Ratification of the Appointment of KPMG LLP as Our Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm; • Board of Directors — Board Committees — Audit Committee; and • Audit Matters — Fees and Services of KPMG. 114 P ART IV IT EM 15.
We believe that recruitment and licensing levels are important 49 to independent sales force trends, and growth in recruiting and licensing is usually indicative of future growth in the overall size of the independent sales force.
We believe that recruitment and licensing levels are important to independent sales force trends, and growth in recruiting and licensing is usually indicative of future growth in the overall size of the independent sales force.
During the year ended December 31, 2023, Canadian mutual funds represented approximately 13% of our total investment and savings product sales and approximately 13% of our average client asset values. As mandated by insurance regulators in Canada, a cessation of deferred sales charges on new segregated fund contracts entered into after May 31, 2023 went into effect as previously announced.
During the year ended December 31, 2024, Canadian mutual funds represented approximately 12% of our total investment and savings product sales and approximately 13% of our average client asset values. As mandated by insurance regulators in Canada, a cessation of deferred sales charges on new segregated fund contracts entered into after May 31, 2023 went into effect as previously announced.
(the “Parent Company”) and its subsidiaries (collectively, “we”, “us” or the “Company”) for the three-year period ended December 31, 2023. As a result, the following discussion should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes that are included herein. This discussion contains forward-looking statements that constitute our plans, estimates and beliefs.
(the “Parent Company”) and its subsidiaries (collectively, “we”, “us” or the “Company”) for the three-year period ended December 31, 2024. As a result, the following discussion should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes that are included herein. This discussion contains forward-looking statements that constitute our plans, estimates and beliefs.
Changes in persistency assumptions also impact the balance of future policy benefit reserves and reinsurance recoverables as discussed below. For additional information on DAC, see Note 1 (Description of Business, Basis of Presentation, and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies) and Note 7 (Deferred Policy Acquisition Costs) to our consolidated financial statements included elsewhere in this report.
Changes in persistency assumptions also impact the balance of future policy benefit reserves and reinsurance recoverables as discussed below. For additional information on DAC, see Note 1 (Description of Business, Basis of Presentation, and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies) and Note 8 (Deferred Policy Acquisition Costs) to our consolidated financial statements included elsewhere in this report.
(14) Earnings Per Share The Company has outstanding common stock and equity awards that consist of RSUs and PSUs. All outstanding stock options were exercised during the year ended December 31, 2023. The RSUs maintain non-forfeitable dividend rights that result in dividend payment obligations on a one-to-one ratio with common shares for any future dividend declarations.
(15) Earnings Per Share The Company has outstanding common stock and equity awards that consist of RSUs and PSUs. All outstanding stock options were exercised during the year ended December 31, 2023. The RSUs maintain non-forfeitable dividend rights that result in dividend payment obligations on a one-to-one ratio with common shares for any future dividend declarations.
The primary economic purpose of these investments is to achieve a satisfactory return on capital through the receipt of tax credits. Our qualified affordable housing project investments are accounted for using the proportional amortization method of accounting. During the year ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, the amount of income tax benefits recognized from these investments was insignificant .
The primary economic purpose of these investments is to achieve a satisfactory return on capital through the receipt of tax credits. Our qualified affordable housing project investments are accounted for using the proportional amortization method of accounting. During the year ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, the amount of income tax benefits recognized from these investments was insignificant.
There is no significant change that is reasonably possible to occur within twelve months of the reporting date. The major tax jurisdictions in which we operate are the United States and Canada. We are currently open to tax audit by the Internal Revenue Service for the year ended December 31, 2020 and thereafter for federal income tax purposes.
There is no significant change that is reasonably possible to occur within twelve months of the reporting date. The major tax jurisdictions in which we operate are the United States and Canada. We are currently open to tax audit by the Internal Revenue Service for the year ended December 31, 2021 and thereafter for federal income tax purposes.
Accounting standard Adoption date Description Effects on the financial statements Segment Reporting (Topic 280)— Improvements to Reportable Segment Disclosures ASU 2023-07 Annual periods beginning after December 15, 2023 and interim periods thereafter. Early adoption is permitted. Retrospective transition for all periods presented. In November 2023, the FASB issued the ASU to enhance segment disclosures.
Accounting standard Adoption date Description Effects on the financial statements Segment Reporting (Topic 280)— Improvements to Reportable Segment Disclosures ASU 2023-07 Annual periods beginning after December 15, 2023 and interim periods thereafter. Early adoption is permitted. Retrospective transition for all periods presented. In November 2023, the FASB issued the accounting standard update (“ASU”) to enhance segment disclosures.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 99.7 to Primerica's Current Report on Form 8-K filed January 5, 2015 (Commission File No. 001-34680). 10.40* Amendment dated as of November 17, 2015 to the Amended and Restated Employment Agreement, dated as of January 2, 2015, between the Registrant and Mr. Gregory C. Pitts.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 99.7 to Primerica’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed January 5, 2015 (Commission File No. 001-34680). 10.39* Amendment dated as of November 17, 2015 to the Amended and Restated Employment Agreement, dated as of January 2, 2015, between the Registrant and Mr. Gregory C. Pitts.
Tan Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this report has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of the registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated. /s/ D. Richard Williams Chairman of the Board February 28, 2024 D. Richard Williams /s/ Glenn J.
Tan Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this report has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of the registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated. /s/ D. Richard Williams Chairman of the Board February 28, 2025 D. Richard Williams /s/ Glenn J.
For additional information on our invested assets, see Note 1 (Description of Business, Basis of Presentation, and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies), Note 4 (Investments) and Note 5 (Fair Value of Financial Instruments) to our consolidated financial statements included elsewhere in this report. Results of Operations Revenues. Our revenues consist of the following: • Net premiums.
For additional information on our invested assets, see Note 1 (Description of Business, Basis of Presentation, and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies), Note 5 (Investments) and Note 6 (Fair Value of Financial Instruments) to our consolidated financial statements included elsewhere in this report. Results of Operations Revenues. Our revenues consist of the following: • Net premiums.
The amount of deferred loss included in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) was $ 26.4 million as of each of December 31, 2023 and 2022 . These deferred losses will not be recognized until such time as we sell or substantially liquidate our Canadian operations, although we have no such intention.
The amount of deferred loss included in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) was $ 26.4 million as of each of December 31, 2024 and 2023 . These deferred losses will not be recognized until such time as we sell or substantially liquidate our Canadian operations, although we have no such intention.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.45 to Primerica's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2010 (Commission File No. 001-34680). 132 10.24* Primerica, Inc. 2020 Omnibus Incentive Plan Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to Primerica’s Registration Statement on Form S-8 filed (Commission File No. 333-238268) 10.25* Form of Primerica, Inc.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.45 to Primerica’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2010 (Commission File No. 001-34680). 10.24* Primerica, Inc. 2020 Omnibus Incentive Plan Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to Primerica’s Registration Statement on Form S-8 filed (Commission File No. 333-238268) 117 10.25* Form of Primerica, Inc.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 99.5 to Primerica's Current Report on Form 8-K filed January 5, 2015 (Commission File No. 001-34680). 10.36* Amendment dated as of November 17, 2015 to the Amended and Restated Employment Agreement, dated as of January 2, 2015, between the Registrant and Mr. Peter W. Schneider.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 99.5 to Primerica’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed January 5, 2015 (Commission File No. 001-34680). 10.37* Amendment dated as of November 17, 2015 to the Amended and Restated Employment Agreement, dated as of January 2, 2015, between the Registrant and Mr. Peter W. Schneider.
These disputes are subject to uncertainties, including large and/or indeterminate amounts sought in certain of these matters and the inherent unpredictability of litigation. As such, the Company is unable to estimate the possible loss or range of loss that may result from these matters. 141 Schedu le III Supplementary Insurance Information PRIMERICA, INC.
These disputes are subject to uncertainties, including large and/or indeterminate amounts sought in certain of these matters and the inherent unpredictability of litigation. As such, the Company is unable to estimate the possible loss or range of loss that may result from these matters. 126 Schedu le III Supplementary Insurance Information PRIMERICA, INC.
We also have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB), the consolidated balance sheets of the Company as of December 31, 2023 and 2022, the related consolidated statements of income, comprehensive income, stockholders’ equity, and cash flows for each of the years in the three-year period ended December 31, 2023, and the related notes and financial statement schedules I, II, III and IV (collectively, the consolidated financial statements), and our report dated February 28, 2024 expressed an unqualified opinion on those consolidated financial statements.
We also have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB), the consolidated balance sheets of the Company as of December 31, 2024 and 2023, the related consolidated statements of income, comprehensive income (loss), stockholders’ equity, and cash flows for each of the years in the three-year period ended December 31, 2024, and the related notes and financial statement schedules I, II, III and IV (collectively, the consolidated financial statements), and our report dated February 28, 2025 expressed an unqualified opinion on those consolidated financial statements.
Policy claims, which is presented in the consolidated balance sheets and Note 9 (Policy Claims and Other Benefits Payable) to our consolidated financial statements included elsewhere in this report, represents claims and benefits that have been incurred but not paid to policyholders and are assumed to be due within a year. Other Policyholder Funds.
Policy claims, which is presented in the consolidated balance sheets and Note 10 (Policy Claims and Other Benefits Payable) to our consolidated financial statements included elsewhere in this report, represents claims and benefits that have been incurred but not paid to policyholders and are assumed to be due within a year. Other Policyholder Funds.
All reinsurance contracts in effect for the three-year period ended December 31, 2023 transfer a reasonable possibility of substantial loss to the reinsurer or are accounted for under the deposit method of accounting. Ceded premiums are treated as a reduction to direct premiums and are recognized when due to the assuming company.
All reinsurance contracts in effect for the three-year period ended December 31, 2024 transfer a reasonable possibility of substantial loss to the reinsurer or are accounted for under the deposit method of accounting. Ceded premiums are treated as a reduction to direct premiums and are recognized when due to the assuming company.
Changes in Internal Control Over Financial Reporting There have not been any changes in the Company’s internal control over financial reporting (as such term is defined in Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f) under the Exchange Act) during the fourth quarter of 2023 that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, the Company’s internal control over financial reporting.
Changes in Internal Control Over Financial Reporting There have not been any changes in the Company’s internal control over financial reporting (as such term is defined in Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f) under the Exchange Act) during the fourth quarter of 2024 that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, the Company’s internal control over financial reporting.
However, the waiver benefit is not reinsured on a yearly renewable term (“YRT”) basis and material changes in assumptions compared to expectations can have a disproportionate impact on our financial results. • Interest Rates. We use a locked-in assumption for future interest rates for reserves underlying our segment results.
However, the waiver of premium benefit is not reinsured on a yearly renewable term (“YRT”) basis and material changes in assumptions compared to expectations can have a disproportionate impact on our financial results. • Interest Rates. We use a locked-in assumption for future interest rates for reserves underlying our segment results.
Historically, we have not hedged this exposure, although we may elect to do so in future periods. The impact of translating the balance of net assets of our Canadian operations is recorded in our consolidated balance sheets within the accumulated other comprehensive income component of stockholders’ equity. 75 Credit Risk.
Historically, we have not hedged this exposure, although we may elect to do so in future periods. The impact of translating the balance of net assets of our Canadian operations is recorded in our consolidated balance sheets within the accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) component of stockholders’ equity. Credit Risk.
In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company as of December 31, 2023 and 2022, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for each of the years in the three-year period ended December 31, 2023, in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles.
In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company as of December 31, 2024 and 2023, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for each of the years in the three-year period ended December 31, 2024, in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles.
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