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Stock Price: $335.49
Last Trade: 4:00 PM
Symbol: MKL

Financial information

Markel International is part of Markel Corporation, a publicly-traded company on the New York Stock Exchange (MKL).

Markel Corporation markets and underwrites specialty insurance products and programs to a variety of niche markets. In each of these markets, it provides high-quality products and excellent customer service to ensure the strength, stability and reputation of the Markel name.

Our financial goals are to build shareholder value by earning consistent underwriting profits and superior investment returns. 

As a measure of  our commitment  to the success of the company, Markel employees are significant owners in Markel stock.
 


Highlights from 2009

  • Markel Corporation combined ratio: 95%  (Markel International combined ratio: 91%) 
  • Book value per common share outstanding increased 27% to $282.55 as of 31 Dec 2009, compared with $222.20 at 31 December 2008
  • Over the five-year period ended 31 December 2009, compound annual growth in book value per common share was 11%
  • Comprehensive income to shareholders for 2009 was $591 million
  • Acquisition of Elliott Special Risks, a Canadian managing general agent
  • Continued development of our 'One Markel' initiative, a customer-focused strategy aimed at increased efficiency and profitable growth
     

Key contacts

Andy Davies
Finance director
T:  020 7953 6400
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