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title: "AFG: Earnings and underwriting margins hit records in Q2 2026, with strong premium and investment growth"
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description: "Q2 2026 saw strong earnings growth, record P&C operating income, and improved underwriting margins, with net earnings per share rising to $2.99 and core net operating earnings per share at $2.82. Premium growth, higher investment income, and disciplined capital management drove results.Original document: American Financial Group, Inc. [AFG] SEC 8-K Current Report — Aug. 5 2026DisclaimerThis is an AI-generated summary and may contain inaccuracies. Please verify any important information with the original source."
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# AFG: Earnings and underwriting margins hit records in Q2 2026, with strong premium and investment growth

Q2 2026 saw strong earnings growth, record P&C operating income, and improved underwriting margins, with net earnings per share rising to $2.99 and core net operating earnings per share at $2.82. Premium growth, higher investment income, and disciplined capital management drove results.

Original document: American Financial Group, Inc. \[AFG\] SEC 8-K Current Report — Aug. 5 2026

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