Steady Premium Growth Amid Profit Decline and Cybersecurity Strengthening Efforts
Key Highlights:
- Star Health and Allied Insurance reported an 11% drop in Profit After Tax (PAT) to ₹111 crore for Q2 FY25, down from ₹125 crore in Q2 FY24.
- Gross Written Premium (GWP) grew 17% year-on-year (YoY) to ₹4,371 crore for Q2 FY25.
- Cumulative GWP for the first half of FY25 reached ₹7,847 crore.
- Cybersecurity enhancements underway following a significant data breach in August 2024.
In a recent earnings report, Star Health and Allied Insurance Company announced a Profit After Tax (PAT) of ₹111 crore for the quarter ending September 30, 2024, marking an 11% decline from ₹125 crore in the same quarter last year. Despite this decrease, Star Health achieved consistent growth in its Gross Written Premium (GWP), which increased by 17% YoY to reach ₹4,371 crore in Q2 FY25. This solid performance contributed to a cumulative GWP of ₹7,847 crore for the first half of FY25.
The company has managed to sustain its premium growth trajectory, having reported an 11% YoY growth in Q1 FY25 and a substantial 40% YoY growth in Q4 FY24. This steady performance signals resilience in premium collections despite fluctuations in quarterly profits.
In a statement to the stock exchanges, Star Health also addressed recent cybersecurity concerns. The company confirmed that no legal actions have been initiated in response to the August 2024 data breach, which involved unauthorized access to certain customer information. Since then, Star Health has prioritized reinforcing its cyber and information security systems to mitigate future risks. This proactive approach is part of its commitment to enhancing data protection and customer trust in an increasingly digital landscape.
This strategic focus on cybersecurity comes in the wake of an industry-wide push for stronger data protection practices, especially for health insurers handling sensitive personal information.
Star Health’s latest financial disclosures underscore its dual commitment to growth and security. While the quarterly profit saw a decline, the ongoing improvements in cybersecurity reflect the company’s dedication to upholding both its operational resilience and customer trust in a competitive insurance market.
