Articles from Primerica, Inc.

Primerica Household Budget Index™: Declining Gas Prices Support Middle-Income Families’ Ability to Get Ahead
Primerica, Inc. (NYSE: PRI), a leading provider of financial services and products in the United States and Canada, announced today the release of the Primerica Household Budget Index™ (HBI™), a monthly index illustrating the purchasing power of middle-income households with income between $30,000 and $130,000. In October 2024, the average purchasing power for middle-income families was 103.1%, up from 102.7% in September 2024. This marks the sixth consecutive month purchasing power rose for middle-income families. Spending power is at its highest level since January 2021 and is up 3.4% from a year ago. The recent recovery is driven primarily by gas prices continuing to fall in October.
By Primerica, Inc. · Via Business Wire · November 26, 2024
PFSL Fund Management Ltd. Announces Risk Rating Change for Primerica Income Fund
PFSL Fund Management Ltd. (PFSL) announced today that it has changed the risk rating for Primerica Income Fund (the Fund) from "low" to "low to medium”. The change is a result of the risk rating methodology mandated by the Canadian Securities Administrators and the periodic review by PFSL to determine the risk level of its publicly-offered mutual funds. No material changes have been made to the investment objective, strategies or management of the Fund as a result. The change of the risk rating will be reflected in the Fund’s offering documents, which will be completed in accordance with applicable securities laws.
By Primerica, Inc. · Via Business Wire · November 15, 2024
Primerica Announces $450 Million Share Repurchase Program for 2025
After reporting solid third quarter results, Primerica, Inc. (NYSE: PRI) today announced that its Board of Directors has authorized a $450 million share repurchase program to occur through December 31, 2025. Share repurchases may be made from time to time through open market transactions, block trades and/or privately negotiated transactions and are subject to market conditions, as well as corporate, regulatory, and other considerations.
By Primerica, Inc. · Via Business Wire · November 14, 2024
Primerica Reports Third Quarter 2024 Results
Primerica, Inc. (NYSE: PRI) today announced financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2024. Total revenues of $774.1 million, increased 11% compared to the third quarter of 2023. Net income from continuing operations of $194.7 million increased 24%, while net earnings per diluted share from continuing operations of $5.72 increased 31% compared to the prior year period.
By Primerica, Inc. · Via Business Wire · November 6, 2024
Primerica Household Budget Index: Purchasing Power for Middle-Income Families Rose for the Fifth Consecutive Month as Gas Prices Sharply Declined
Primerica, Inc. (NYSE: PRI), a leading provider of financial services and products in the United States and Canada, announced today the release of the Primerica Household Budget Index™ (HBI™), a monthly index illustrating the purchasing power of middle-income households with income between $30,000 and $130,000. In September 2024, the average purchasing power for middle-income families was 102.7%, up from 102.1% in August 2024. This marks the fifth consecutive month purchasing power rose for middle-income families. The sharp decline in gas prices was the primary driver for the modest improvements in spending power in September.
By Primerica, Inc. · Via Business Wire · October 31, 2024
Primerica Schedules Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results Webcast
Primerica, Inc. (NYSE:PRI) announced today that it will hold a webcast on Thursday, November 7, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern time to discuss the Company’s results for the quarter ended September 30, 2024, as well as other business-related matters, including future expectations. A news release announcing the quarter’s results will be distributed after the close of the market on Wednesday, November 6, 2024.
By Primerica, Inc. · Via Business Wire · October 23, 2024
National Survey: Middle-Income Families Are Feeling Increasingly Negative About Personal Finances Despite an Uptick in Purchasing Power
Primerica, Inc. (NYSE: PRI), a leading provider of financial services and products in the United States and Canada, released its Financial Security Monitor™ (FSM™) survey for the third quarter of 2024, revealing that a majority of middle-income Americans are feeling increasingly pessimistic about their personal finances, the economic health of their communities and their ability to save for the future.
By Primerica, Inc. · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2024
Primerica Household Budget Index™ - Purchasing Power for Middle-Income Families Increased Over Previous Month
Primerica, Inc. (NYSE: PRI), a leading provider of financial services and products in the United States and Canada, announced today the release of the Primerica Household Budget Index™ (HBI™), a monthly index illustrating the purchasing power of middle-income households with income between $30,000 and $130,000. In August 2024, the average purchasing power for middle-income families was 102.2%, up from 101.5% in July 2024. Spending power reached its highest level since February 2021 in August and was 5% higher than a year ago, when the index stood at 97.2%. Middle-income households benefited from falling gas and utilities prices along with steady food prices.
By Primerica, Inc. · Via Business Wire · September 30, 2024
Primerica Names Robert H. Peterman, Jr. as Successor to Chief Operating Officer
Primerica, Inc. (NYSE:PRI), a leading provider of financial services and products to middle-income families in the United States and Canada, today announced the appointment of Robert H. Peterman Jr. to the role of Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, reporting to the company’s Chief Executive Officer, Glenn Williams, beginning on October 1, 2024. Gregory C. Pitts, the Company’s current Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, informed the Company of his intention to retire after forty years of service on or about April 1, 2025, and he will relinquish the Chief Operating Officer title effective October 1, 2024.
By Primerica, Inc. · Via Business Wire · September 24, 2024
Report: Women Increasingly Serving as “CFO” of Their Households, yet Uncertain About Achieving Financial Goals
Primerica, Inc. (NYSE: PRI), a leading provider of financial services and products in the United States and Canada, released its report on Empowering Middle-Income Women’s Financial Decisions: Navigating Confidence, Opportunity and Representation in the Financial Services Industry.
By Primerica, Inc. · Via Business Wire · September 3, 2024
Primerica Household Budget Index™: Purchasing Power for Middle-Income Families Held Steady in July
Primerica, Inc. (NYSE: PRI), a leading provider of financial services and products in the United States and Canada, announced today the release of the Primerica Household Budget Index™ (HBI™), a monthly index illustrating the purchasing power of middle-income households with income between $30,000 and $130,000. In July 2024, the average purchasing power for middle-income households was 101.1%, relatively unchanged compared to 101.0% in June 2024. A year ago, the index stood at 97.5%.
By Primerica, Inc. · Via Business Wire · August 28, 2024
Primerica Reports Second Quarter 2024 Results
Primerica, Inc. (NYSE: PRI) today announced financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2024. The Company’s previously announced decision to exit the Senior Health business and associated write-offs of non-cash items impacted GAAP earnings with net income ending at $1.2 million, or $0.03 per diluted share. Core business results from the quarter were strong. Adjusted net operating income of $162.7 million increased 12%, while adjusted operating earnings per diluted share of $4.71 grew 18% year-over-year. Total revenue of $803.4 million, which included $50 million in proceeds from payments under an insurance claim, increased 17% compared to the second quarter of 2023. Adjusted operating revenue of $753.3 million increased 9% year-over-year.
By Primerica, Inc. · Via Business Wire · August 7, 2024
Primerica Household Budget Index™: Purchasing Power for Middle-Income Families Rose for Second Consecutive Month as Gas and Food Prices Declined
Primerica, Inc. (NYSE: PRI), a leading provider of financial services and products in the United States and Canada, announced today the release of the Primerica Household Budget Index™ (HBI™), a monthly index illustrating the purchasing power of middle-income households with income between $30,000 and $130,000. In June 2024, the average purchasing power for middle-income households was 101.0%, up from 100.3% in May 2024. This marks the second consecutive month purchasing power rose for middle-income families. Declining gas and food prices while incomes continue to rise are the primary drivers for the modest improvements in spending power.
By Primerica, Inc. · Via Business Wire · July 31, 2024
Primerica Schedules Second Quarter 2024 Financial Results Webcast
Primerica, Inc. (NYSE:PRI) announced today that it will hold a webcast on Thursday, August 8, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern time to discuss the Company’s results for the quarter ended June 30, 2024, as well as other business-related matters, including future expectations. A news release announcing the quarter’s results will be distributed after the close of the market on Wednesday, August 7, 2024.
By Primerica, Inc. · Via Business Wire · July 24, 2024
Primerica Announces its Intention to Exit Senior Health Business
Primerica, Inc. (NYSE:PRI) announced today that after carefully considering various options, the Board of Directors has opted to exit its senior health business by relinquishing ownership of e-TeleQuote Insurance, Inc. (e-TeleQuote). The senior health subsidiary, acquired in July 2021, does not have a clear path toward anticipated profitability within an acceptable timeframe in the increasingly challenging senior health distribution market. Further, the industry is facing an uncertain regulatory environment that could adversely impact the business.
By Primerica, Inc. · Via Business Wire · July 16, 2024
Primerica Convention Opens on Heels of Unprecedented Success Serving Middle-Income Families
The 2024 Primerica International Convention, Atlanta’s largest corporate meeting with attendees from across the U.S. and Canada, returns to the city starting today through July 13. The event, hosted by Primerica, Inc. a leading provider of financial services and products, is estimated to draw as many as 40,000 members of its sales force with a projected economic impact of $46 million on the local economy.
By Primerica, Inc. · Via Business Wire · July 10, 2024
National Survey: Two-Thirds of Middle-Income Families Believe They are Falling Behind the Cost of Living
Primerica, Inc. (NYSE: PRI), a leading provider of financial services and products in the United States and Canada, released its Financial Security Monitor™ (FSM™) survey for the second quarter of 2024. This national survey sheds light on the sentiments of consumers regarding their economic stability during this quarter finding that even amid reports of an improving economy they are not feeling the effects in their pocketbooks. Two-thirds of middle-income families reported they are falling behind the cost of living.
By Primerica, Inc. · Via Business Wire · June 27, 2024
Primerica Household Budget Index™: Middle-Income Families’ Purchasing Power Declines for Fourth Consecutive Month
Primerica, Inc. (NYSE: PRI), a leading provider of financial services and products in the United States and Canada, announced today the release of the Primerica Household Budget Index™ (HBI™), a monthly index illustrating the purchasing power of middle-income households with income between $30,000 and $130,000. In April 2024, the average purchasing power for middle-income households was 100.1%, down from 100.5% in March 2024. This marks the fourth month in a row that the index has declined from its recent high of 102.5% set in December 2023. The primary driver for the decline is the sharp rise in gas prices, which increased 12% cumulatively over the past two months.
By Primerica, Inc. · Via Business Wire · May 30, 2024
Primerica Reports First Quarter 2024 Results
Primerica, Inc. (NYSE: PRI) today announced financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2024. Total revenues of $742.8 million increased 8% compared to the first quarter of 2023. Net income of $137.9 million increased 8%, while earnings per diluted share of $3.93 increased 14% compared to the prior year period.
By Primerica, Inc. · Via Business Wire · May 6, 2024
Primerica Household Budget Index™: Middle-Income Families’ Purchasing Power Declines for Third Consecutive Month
Primerica, Inc. (NYSE: PRI), a leading provider of financial services and products in the United States and Canada, announced today the release of the Primerica Household Budget Index™ (HBI™), a monthly index illustrating the purchasing power of middle-income households with income between $30,000 and $130,000. In March 2024, the average purchasing power for middle-income households was 100.5%, down from 101.2% in February 2024. This marks the third month in a row that the index has declined from its recent high of 102.5% set in December 2023.
By Primerica, Inc. · Via Business Wire · April 30, 2024
Primerica Schedules First Quarter 2024 Financial Results Webcast
Primerica, Inc. (NYSE:PRI) announced today that it will hold a webcast on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern time to discuss the Company’s results for the quarter ended March 31, 2024, as well as other business-related matters, including future expectations. A news release announcing the quarter’s results will be distributed after the close of the market on Monday, May 6, 2024.
By Primerica, Inc. · Via Business Wire · April 22, 2024
Primerica Responds to Misinformation About the Company
Primerica, Inc. (NYSE: PRI), a leading provider of financial services and products in the United States and Canada, today issued a statement in response to a blogger who published a misleading opinion about Primerica with the intent to drive down its stock price.
By Primerica, Inc. · Via Business Wire · April 18, 2024
NATIONAL SURVEY: Two-Thirds of Middle-Income Americans Feel School Failed Them on Financial Education, with Youngest Most Challenged
Primerica, Inc. (NYSE: PRI), a leading provider of financial services and products in the United States and Canada, released its Financial Security Monitor™ (FSM™) survey for the first quarter of 2024, revealing two-thirds (66%) of middle-income Americans feel their education did not adequately prepare them to manage their finances as adults, with a notable discrepancy across age groups.
By Primerica, Inc. · Via Business Wire · April 9, 2024
Primerica Household Budget Index™: Fast Rising Gas Prices Putting Pressure on Middle-Income Purchasing Power
Primerica, Inc. (NYSE: PRI), a leading provider of financial services and products in the United States and Canada, announced today the release of the Primerica Household Budget Index™ (HBI™), a monthly index illustrating the purchasing power of middle-income households with income between $30,000 and $130,000. In February 2024, the average purchasing power for middle-income households was 101.2%, slightly down from 101.6% in January 2024. The fast rise in gas prices, a 4.3% increase since the beginning of the year, impacted purchasing power for middle-income families in February. A year ago, the index stood at 95.9%.
By Primerica, Inc. · Via Business Wire · March 27, 2024
Primerica Household Budget Index™: Middle-Income Purchasing Power Held Steady in January
Primerica, Inc. (NYSE: PRI), a leading provider of financial services and products in the United States and Canada, announced today the release of the Primerica Household Budget Index™ (HBI™), a monthly index illustrating the purchasing power of middle-income households with income between $30,000 and $130,000. In January 2024, the average purchasing power for middle-income households was 101.6%, relatively unchanged compared to 101.7% in December 2023. A year ago, the index stood at 95.6%.
By Primerica, Inc. · Via Business Wire · February 29, 2024