Change in accounting triples Britam profit to Sh1.8bn
http://www.businessdaily...7830-wlp5g2z/index.html
"Britam said it adopted a new accounting practice that marked down the claims besides recognising Sh331 million to settle a portion of its operating expenses linked to payment of outstanding policyholders’ benefits." >>> Is this a one-time gain?
"...indicating that the previous system led to higher reserving by overestimating insurance liabilities." >>> So less conservative?
"...Britam sold some shares" >>> One-time gain. Add the drop in HF (& Equity) value since 1 July... 2H may not be as rosy
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