Zurich Insurance's first-half operating profit increased 7% to $4bn, exceeding analyst estimates.

Zurich Insurance's first-half operating profit surged 7% to a record $4bn, outperforming analyst estimates of $3.9bn. Strong performances across its property and casualty, life, and Farmers segments, along with favorable market conditions, contributed to the impressive result. Zurich is on track to exceed its 2025 targets.