American International Group: Underwriting Proves Resilient Again In Q1

American International Group delivered a strong Q1, with EPS of $2.11, up 80% year-over-year and beating estimates by $0.23. Fears of margin compression are exaggerated; AIG's accident year combined ratio improved to 86.6%, and cost efficiencies are driving further profitability. AIG's balance sheet remains robust, supporting an 11% dividend increase, a 2.7% yield, and active share buybacks reducing share count by 9.5% year-over-year.