INTERIM FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2022

Softlogic Life's FY22 results grows to LKR 23 Bn GWP amidst tough macroeconomic challenges

  • Top-linegrowth of 15%
  • PAT amounted to Rs. 2.7 Bn, an increase of 27% with ROE of 25%, Recurring EPS 12.85
  • PBT stands at Rs. 4 Bn
  • Ranked as the second-largest in the life insurance market
  • Company paid claims of Rs. 8.3 Bn

Chairman

Softlogic Life Insurance PLC

Ashok Pathirage

Managing Director

Softlogic Life Insurance PLC

Iftikar Ahamed

February 6th, 2023: Softlogic Life recorded a superior full year performance in a crisis-affectedbusiness landscape, posting Gross Written Premium (GWP) of Rs. 23,083 million for the year ended 31 December 2022 with an increase in top-linegrowth of 15% compared to the corresponding period of last year. The Company has stood firmly with its policy- holders in the face of the tough

macroeconomic conditions, paying claims of Rs 8,264 million for the period.

During the period in review, Softlogic Life's market share is at 16.87%, in comparison to 16.08% as of 31 December 2021. The market share increase continues to rank Softlogic Life as the second-largest in the life insurance market, overtaking much older players to establish strong growth momentum. Compared to the estimated Industry GWP growth, which was 9.6% during 2022, Softlogic Life recorded GWP growth of 15%.

The company reported a 10-year Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 28% of GWP, while the industry 10-year GWP CAGR growth was at 14%. Softlogic Life also notes that its contribution to increasing insurance penetration in the country has increased during the period in review with 133,872 policies issued, insuring more than 1.5 million Sri Lankan lives.

Profit after tax (PAT) for the period in review rose to Rs. 2,683 million, an increase of 27% YoY. Profit before tax (PBT) grew by 36% compared to last year at growth of Rs. 1,065 million. The company's

operating expense ratio remained at 22% irrespective of the inflation hike during 2022 as a result of prudent and efficient expense management initiatives adopted. Furthermore, Softlogic Life maintained a healthy Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR) of 287%, well above the regulatory CAR requirement of 120%.

The company recorded impressive Return on Equity of 25% and Earnings per share of LKR 7.15 after providing one off provision for impairment. Recurring Earning per share for the year 2022 increased to LKR 12.85 from LKR 5.61 per share.

Commenting on the financial performance of the Company, Ashok Pathirage, Chairman of Softlogic Life Insurance PLC, stated, "Despite numerous challenges in a tough business landscape, we have performed well to maintain our position as the second-largest life insurance company in Sri Lanka, growing our market share further to 16.87% by the end of 2022. These accomplishments were facilitated by the strategies we deployed and the strong execution of those strategies that have enabled the Company to sustain momentum in spite of the prevailing macro challenges."

Since its inception, Softlogic Life has been striving to improve the quality of life of Sri Lankans through relevant disruptive innovations and digitalization. Industry-first innovations such as one-day automated claims settlement, hospitalization claim settlement, 100% digitalized sales

platform, automatic policy issuance and mobile based micro products has helped the company to deliver a superior customer experience, which has been instrumental in enhancing its competitive position. Furthermore, the company's wins at prestigious financial award ceremonies such as CA Annual Report Awards / TAGS Awards, CMA Integrated Reporting Awards portrays the company's firm commitment to adhere to the highest standards in

Transparency in financial reporting at all times beyond regulatory requirement. In 2022 Softlogic Life took home the Silver Award for Overall Excellence in Annual Financial Reporting for the second consecutive year, surpassing giant Sri Lankan conglomerates who have dominated top positions for years. The company has been honored with "Brand of The Year" two times at Effie Awards in 2019

  • 2021 and received numerous Gold Awards at SLIM Brand Excellence Awards & SLIM Digi Awards.

While applauding their expertise in disruptive technologies and smart innovations, which has paved a path for state-of-the-art life insurance solutions for Sri Lankans, these industry awards commend the outstanding brand excellence and resilience Softlogic Life has displayed during a challenging year, ensuring consistency and true commitment

for their policyholders countrywide amidst tough social and economic conditions.

Iftikar Ahamed, Managing Director of Softlogic Life

Insurance PLC, commented, "For the nation as well as the Company, this financial year has been a tough one. However, coupled with the execution of forward-looking business strategies and impressive

customer-centric innovations, Softlogic Life has been able to withstand the challenges and deliver exceptional results in this adverse operating environment. We have seen renewal premium collection exceeding budget which is a phenomenal achievement in the current conditions whilst the combined first year and renewal premium already make our Company the market leader. Our unwavering focus on providing our customers protection benefits, the main stay being health covers, have made us the Insurer of choice for both Personal and Group business as well. We have come through an exceptional 10year journey and are within sight of the pinnacle of the industry whilst delivering exceptional value to all our stakeholders. We look to the future as a team that has surmounted the unthinkable and come off with flying colours."

Softlogic Life Insurance PLC is a subsidiary of Softlogic Capital PLC and is part of the Softlogic Group, which is recognised as one of Sri Lanka's most diversified and fastest-growing conglomerates with interests in Healthcare, Retail, ICT, Leisure, Automobiles and Financial Services. Significant stakeholders in the company include global investors Leapfrog Investments.

SOFTLOGIC LIFE INSURANCE PLC

INCOME STATEMENT

For the year ended 31 December

Note

2022

2021

Change

Rs. ' 000

Rs. ' 000

%

Un-audited

Audited

Gross written premiums

5

23,083,425

20,053,302

15

Premiums ceded to reinsurers

(2,678,803)

(1,857,795)

44

Net written premiums

20,404,622

18,195,507

12

Other revenue

Net finance income

4,991,145

2,355,097

112

Net realised gains

169,908

392,206

(57)

Net fair value losses

(51,101)

7,560

(776)

Other operating income

10,239

20,766

(51)

Total other revenue

5,120,191

2,775,629

84

Total net revenue

6

25,524,813

20,971,136

22

Net benefits, claims and expenses

Net insurance benefits and claims paid

(8,264,286)

(5,965,164)

39

Net change in insurance claims outstanding

(129,299)

63,096

(305)

Change in insurance contracts liabilities

(3,717,074)

(4,143,426)

(10)

Underwriting and net acquisition cost (Net of reinsurance)

(4,955,888)

(4,050,033)

22

Other operating and administration expenses

(4,356,879)

(3,763,906)

16

Impairment (provision) / reversal on financial investments

(2,138,790)

37,540

5,797

Finance (cost) / gains

7

2,067,787

(183,569)

(1,226)

Total benefits, claims and expenses

(21,494,429)

(18,005,462)

19

Profit before tax

8

4,030,384

2,965,674

36

Income tax expenses

9

(1,347,508)

(860,806)

57

Profit for the period

2,682,876

2,104,868

27

Profit attributable to;

Owners of the Company

2,682,876

2,104,868

27

Non controlling interest

-

-

2,682,876

2,104,868

27

Earnings per share

Basic earnings per share (Rs.)

17

7.15

5.61

27

Diluted earnings per share (Rs.)

17

7.15

5.61

27

The Notes form an integral part of these Interim Financial Statements.

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SOFTLOGIC LIFE INSURANCE PLC

STATEMENT OF PROFIT OR LOSS AND OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

For the year ended 31 December

2022

2021

Change

Rs. ' 000

Rs. ' 000

%

Un-audited

Audited

Profit for the period

2,682,876

2,104,868

27

Other comprehensive income

Items that will not be reclassified to income statement

Equity investments at FVOCI - net change in fair value

(561,451)

(127,603)

Equity investments at FVOCI - net change in fair value - Life fund

(275,695)

(27,637)

Re-measurement gains / (losses) on defined benefit liabilities

26,215

(10,102)

Revaluation of Land and Building

-

37,025

Related tax / deferred tax

-

-

(810,931)

(128,317)

532

Items that are or may be reclassified subsequently to income statement

Debt investments at FVOCI - net change in fair value

Debt investments at FVOCI - net change in fair value - Life fund Debt investments at FVOCI - reclassified to income statement Related tax / deferred tax

(51,689) (43,380)

(486,579) (348,601)

817 5,113

--

(537,451)

(386,868)

39

Total other comprehensive income for the period, net of tax

(1,348,382)

(515,185)

162

Total comprehensive income for the period, net of tax

1,334,494

1,589,683

(16)

Total comprehensive income attributable to:

Owners of the Company

1,334,494

1,589,683

Non - controlling interests

-

-

1,334,494

1,589,683

(16)

The Notes form an integral part of these Interim Financial Statements.

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SOFTLOGIC LIFE INSURANCE PLC

INCOME STATEMENT

For the three months ended 31 December

2022

2021

Change

Rs. ' 000

Rs. ' 000

%

Un-audited

Audited

Gross written premiums

6,407,945

5,720,538

12

Premiums ceded to reinsurers

(770,285)

(491,519)

57

Net earned premiums

5,637,660

5,229,019

8

Other revenue

Net finance income

1,603,285

660,125

143

Net realised gains

117,762

123,272

100

Net fair value losses

23,977

17,306

39

Other operating income

689

3,305

(79)

Total other revenue

1,745,713

804,008

117

Total net revenue

7,383,373

6,033,027

22

Net benefits, claims and expenses

Net insurance benefits and claims paid

(2,488,428)

(1,915,434)

30

Net change in insurance claims outstanding

(117,851)

49,757

(337)

Change in insurance contracts liabilities

(254,431)

(1,097,777)

(77)

Underwriting and net acquisition cost (Net of reinsurance)

(1,152,640)

(969,275)

19

Other operating and administration expenses

(1,275,665)

(1,138,454)

12

Impairment (provision)/Reversal on financial investments

(589,582)

25,032

(2,455)

Finance cost

(228,725)

(94,335)

142

Total benefits, claims and expenses

(6,107,322)

(5,140,486)

19

Profit before tax

1,276,051

892,541

43

Income tax expenses

(547,994)

(198,570)

176

Profit for the period

728,057

693,971

5

Profit attributable to;

Owners of the Company

728,057

693,971

5

Non controlling interest

-

-

728,057

693,971

5

Earnings per share

Basic earnings per share (Rs.)

1.94

1.85

5

Diluted earnings per share (Rs.)

1.94

1.85

5

The Notes form an integral part of these Interim Financial Statements.

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