10-KPeriod: FY2011

AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL GROUP, INC. Annual Report, Year Ended Dec 31, 2011

Filed February 23, 2012For Securities:AIG

Summary

AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL GROUP, INC. (AIG) reported its fiscal year 2011 results, marking a significant turnaround following the 2008 financial crisis. A pivotal recapitalization event in January 2011, involving significant government support and equity issuance, allowed AIG to repay substantial debt facilities, including the FRBNY Credit Facility. The company reported a net income of $18.5 billion for 2011, a substantial improvement from the prior year's net income of $10.0 billion and a significant recovery from the $12.3 billion net loss in 2009. This turnaround was driven by the release of a substantial portion of its deferred tax asset valuation allowance, improved prior year loss development, and decreased interest expenses following debt repayments. The company's core insurance businesses, Chartis and SunAmerica, demonstrated signs of operational recovery. Chartis, the property and casualty segment, returned to pre-tax income in 2011 after a loss in 2010, supported by improved underwriting results, though impacted by record catastrophe losses. SunAmerica, focused on life insurance and retirement services, also showed resilient performance, with increased sales in variable annuities and continued strategic growth in its distribution network. Looking ahead, AIG's priorities for 2012 include strengthening its core businesses, managing capital and expenses efficiently, preparing for potential regulatory oversight by the Federal Reserve, and optimizing its operational structure. The company continues to navigate complex regulatory environments and market conditions, including the ongoing impact of the Dodd-Frank Act and international regulatory reforms.

Financial Highlights

33 data points
Beta

Revenue

$65.11B

Net Income

$20.62B

31.7% Net Margin

EPS (Diluted)

$11.01

Total Assets

$553.05B

Cash & Equivalents

$1.47B

Free Cash Flow

-$81.00M

Financial Statements
Beta
Revenue$65.11B
SG&A Expenses$8.46B
Operating Income$17.36B
Interest Expense$2.44B
Net Income$20.62B
EPS (Basic)$11.01
EPS (Diluted)$11.01
Shares Outstanding (Basic)1.80B
Shares Outstanding (Diluted)1.80B

Key Highlights

  • 1AIG completed a significant recapitalization in January 2011, repaying the FRBNY Credit Facility and reducing government ownership.
  • 2The company reported a substantial net income of $18.5 billion for fiscal year 2011, a significant improvement from prior years, driven by a $16.6 billion release of its deferred tax asset valuation allowance.
  • 3Chartis, the property and casualty segment, returned to profitability with a pre-tax income of $1.7 billion, recovering from a $116 million loss in 2010, despite significant catastrophe losses.
  • 4SunAmerica, the life insurance and retirement services segment, reported a pre-tax income of $2.9 billion, showing consistent performance.
  • 5Aircraft Leasing operations continued to face challenges, reporting a pre-tax loss of $1.0 billion due to impairment charges and lease-related costs.
  • 6The company initiated a share repurchase program in November 2011, authorizing up to $1 billion in repurchases.
  • 7AIG is actively managing its significant exposure to various legal proceedings and regulatory investigations stemming from past issues.

Frequently Asked Questions

The most significant financial event for AIG in 2011 was the completion of its recapitalization in January 2011. This involved repaying its substantial debt to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York and significantly reducing the U.S. Treasury's ownership stake, which marked a crucial step in the company's recovery from the 2008 financial crisis.

AIG's property and casualty segment, Chartis, returned to profitability with a pre-tax income of $1.7 billion, a significant improvement from a loss in the prior year, despite facing record catastrophe losses. The life insurance and retirement services segment, SunAmerica, demonstrated resilience, reporting a pre-tax income of $2.9 billion. However, the aircraft leasing segment (ILFC) continued to face challenges, reporting a pre-tax loss of $1.0 billion due to impairments and lease-related charges.

AIG's priorities for 2012 include strengthening and growing its core insurance businesses (Chartis and SunAmerica), managing capital and interest expenses more efficiently, preparing for potential increased regulatory oversight by the Federal Reserve, and restructuring operations to enhance competitiveness. The company also aims to maximize the value of resources available for repaying preferred interests held by the U.S. Treasury and exploring strategic alternatives for its aircraft leasing business (ILFC).

AIG released approximately $16.6 billion of its deferred tax asset valuation allowance in 2011. This release significantly contributed to the company's net income, boosting it by approximately $10.9 billion after tax, and was a key driver in the company's return to overall profitability.