Why Invest in FBD

  • One of the largest general insurance companies in Ireland

  • Simple strategy focused on agricultural, small business and consumer base

  • Strong customer franchise through direct relationships, developed over nearly 50 years of doing business

  • Deep agricultural heritage, with a dominant position in the farm insurance market

  • Countrywide branch network and multichannel distribution model

  • Long track record of underwriting profitably and delivering shareholder returns

  • Strong balance sheet and low risk investment allocation

  • Supportive, long-term shareholder base

  • Irish economy growing strongly - positive for FBD in the medium term

  • Industry adapting to changed claims environment - rates hardening and overhaul of the claims system is high on the political agenda