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Munich Re

Global reinsurance and primary insurance group

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Headquarters: Munich, Germany
Company type: Public company
Number of employees: 10,000+

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Latest news about Munich Re

In short: Munich Re reported a strong Q1 2026 net result of €1.7 billion and approved a record €24 dividend, despite facing a softening reinsurance market.

Company announcements

May 21 Munich Re

Munich Re's Cossette retires; Maistry takes over APAC MEA

Cossette led significant growth and digital innovation over 19 years; Maistry, currently Global Chief Actuary, will succeed in H2 2026.

May 15 Munich Re

Munich Re reports record $104bn insured losses from non-peak perils.

Four of the last five years were the costliest on record, with each major non-peak peril hitting its costliest year in this period.

May 12 Munich Re

Munich Re presents Q1 2026 financial results

The results were presented by CFO Andrew Buchanan.

May 12 Munich Re

Munich Re generates €1.7bn net result in Q1 2026

Excellent combined ratios in property-casualty and Life/Health, ERGO contribution, and reaffirmed outlook.

Media coverage

June 19 onvista

EQS-CMS: Munich Reinsurance Company Aktiengesellschaft in Munich: Publication of a capital market information • onvista

In the period from June 10, 2026 to June 18, 2026 inclusive, a total of 169,692 shares were repurchased under the share buyback program of Munich Reinsurance Company Aktiengesellschaft in...

June 18 Börse Express

Munich Re stock: With 60 percent less retrocession, Munich Re enters the coming storm season as a deliberate equity bet.

Munich Re drastically reduces retrocession and relies on equity capital. Analyst sees risk from possible hurricane damage and price declines.

June 16 AD HOC NEWS

Munich Re’s Buyback Blitz Masks the Pain of a Softening Reinsurance Market

Munich Re repurchases shares as Q1 profit jumps, but reinsurance oversupply and euro headwinds weigh on stock. Cyber insurance growth offsets some pressure.

June 16 IT BOLTWISE

Munich Re plans 2.25 billion euros in buybacks despite price pressure

Munich Re increases buybacks to 2.25 billion euros, rejects unprofitable contracts and massively reduces retrocessions. Profit rises, stock market remains skeptical.

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