Summary
Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (MRSH) reported solid financial performance for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2018, with total revenue reaching $14.95 billion, representing a 7% increase over the previous year. The company operates through two primary segments: Risk and Insurance Services, which accounted for approximately 55% of revenue, and Consulting, contributing the remaining 45%. Both segments demonstrated underlying revenue growth, reflecting the company's strategic focus and market positioning. The company announced a significant development with its agreement to acquire Jardine Lloyd Thompson Group plc (JLT) for approximately $5.6 billion, expected to close in the spring of 2019, which will significantly expand its global footprint. During 2018, Marsh & McLennan experienced a net income attributable to the company of $1.65 billion, an 11% increase from 2017, driven by operational improvements and revenue growth, partially offset by significant one-time items including derivative losses and acquisition-related expenses related to the JLT transaction. Diluted earnings per share also saw a healthy increase. The company continues to focus on strategic acquisitions and organic growth, while managing operational expenses and investing in technology and talent to maintain its competitive edge in the global professional services market.
Financial Highlights
51 data points| Revenue | $14.95B |
| Operating Expenses | $12.19B |
| Operating Income | $2.76B |
| Interest Expense | $290.00M |
| Net Income | $1.65B |
| EPS (Basic) | $3.26 |
| EPS (Diluted) | $3.23 |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 506.00M |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 511.00M |
Key Highlights
- 1Reported total revenue of $14.95 billion for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2018, an increase of 7% year-over-year.
- 2Generated operating income of $2.76 billion in 2018, up 4% from 2017.
- 3Achieved net income attributable to the company of $1.65 billion, an 11% increase from the prior year.
- 4Announced the pending acquisition of Jardine Lloyd Thompson Group plc (JLT) for approximately $5.6 billion, expected to close in spring 2019.
- 5The Risk and Insurance Services segment (Marsh and Guy Carpenter) represented 55% of revenue, while the Consulting segment (Mercer and Oliver Wyman Group) represented 45%.
- 6Underlying revenue growth was reported across both major segments, indicating organic growth drivers.
- 7Repurchased $675 million of common stock in 2018, demonstrating a commitment to returning capital to shareholders.