York Employer Reports 25% Profit Surge to Over £2 Billion in 2025

The prominent insurance company with a significant presence in York has reported a remarkable profit surge of 25% for the year 2025. This increase brings the operating profit to over £2 billion, specifically £2,203 million, compared to £1,767 million reported in 2024. The company’s results underscore its commitment to long-term growth and a strong operational trajectory.

Key Financial Highlights

• Operating profit reached £2,203 million, up 25% from £1,767 million in 2024.
• International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) profit increased by 50%, climbing from £705 million in 2024 to £1,054 million.
• Final dividend per share rose to 26.2 pence, a 10% increase from 23.8 pence in the previous year.
• Total dividend per share also grew by 10% to 39.3 pence, up from 35.7 pence in 2024.

Insurance Premium Growth

The insurance provider reported an 18% rise in General Insurance Premiums, which totaled £14,145 million, increasing from £12,204 million in 2024. UK and Ireland General Insurance premiums specifically surged by 27% to £9,787 million, a notable increase from £7,699 million a year ago.

• UK personal lines premiums soared by 50%, aided by the acquisition of Direct Line.
• UK commercial lines premiums increased by 7%, bolstered by growth in GCS, including Probitas.
• Premiums in Canada experienced a 2% rise, amounting to £4,358 million, down slightly from £4,505 million in 2024.
• Health premiums displayed solid growth, up 12%, reaching £1.1 billion in-force.

Management Insights

Amanda Blanc, Group Chief Executive Officer, expressed pride in the company’s performance. “Aviva delivered outstanding results in 2025, marking our fifth consecutive year of profitable growth,” she stated. The company simultaneously achieved its 2026 financial targets a year early, signifying rapid progress.

Blanc emphasized robust growth in several segments, noting that Aviva solidified its leadership in the wealth sector with over £230 billion in assets. The company attracted nearly £11 billion in record net inflows and secured over 500 new workplace pension schemes.

Future Prospects

Blanc acknowledged the transformations within Aviva over the past five years, highlighting ongoing opportunities for growth. The firm boasts considerable advantages, such as a diverse customer base of nearly 22 million in the UK and advanced technologies in artificial intelligence.

With strong foundations in place, Aviva is well-positioned to pursue long-term growth, particularly in the capital-light markets of wealth and insurance.