Primerica, Inc. Fair Value Disclosure
(6) Fair Value of Financial Instruments
Fair value is the price that would be received upon the sale of an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. Invested assets recorded at fair value are measured and classified in accordance with a three-tier fair value hierarchy based on observable and unobservable inputs. Observable inputs reflect market data obtained from independent sources, while unobservable inputs reflect our view of market assumptions in the absence of observable market information. We classify and disclose all invested assets carried at fair value in one of the following three levels:
As of each reporting period, all assets and liabilities recorded at fair value are classified in their entirety based on the lowest level of input (Level 3 being the lowest in the hierarchy) that is significant to the fair value measurement. Significant levels of estimation and
judgment are required to determine the fair value of certain of our investments. The factors influencing these estimations and judgments are subject to change in subsequent reporting periods.
The estimated fair value and hierarchy classifications for assets and liabilities that are measured at fair value on a recurring basis were as follows:
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December 31, 2025 |
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Level 1 |
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Level 2 |
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Level 3 |
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Total |
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(In thousands) |
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Fair value assets: |
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Available-for-sale fixed-maturity securities: |
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U.S. government and agencies |
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$ |
- |
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$ |
9,742 |
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$ |
- |
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$ |
9,742 |
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Foreign government |
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- |
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169,033 |
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- |
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169,033 |
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States and political subdivisions |
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- |
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126,932 |
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- |
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126,932 |
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Corporates |
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3,748 |
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1,992,125 |
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- |
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1,995,873 |
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Mortgage-and asset-backed securities: |
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Residential mortgage-backed securities |
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- |
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645,865 |
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- |
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645,865 |
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Commercial mortgage-backed securities |
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- |
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83,456 |
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1,576 |
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85,032 |
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Other asset-backed securities |
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- |
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232,769 |
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- |
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232,769 |
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Total available-for-sale fixed-maturity securities |
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3,748 |
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3,259,922 |
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1,576 |
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3,265,246 |
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Equity securities |
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26,433 |
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- |
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- |
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26,433 |
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Trading securities |
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- |
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12,801 |
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- |
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12,801 |
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Cash and cash equivalents |
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756,227 |
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- |
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- |
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756,227 |
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Separate accounts |
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- |
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2,281,520 |
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- |
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2,281,520 |
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Total fair value assets |
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$ |
786,408 |
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$ |
5,554,243 |
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$ |
1,576 |
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$ |
6,342,227 |
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Fair value liabilities: |
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Separate accounts |
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$ |
- |
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$ |
2,281,520 |
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$ |
- |
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$ |
2,281,520 |
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Total fair value liabilities |
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$ |
- |
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$ |
2,281,520 |
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$ |
- |
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$ |
2,281,520 |
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December 31, 2024 |
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Level 1 |
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Level 2 |
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Level 3 |
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Total |
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(In thousands) |
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Fair value assets: |
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Available-for-sale fixed-maturity securities: |
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U.S. government and agencies |
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$ |
- |
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$ |
9,503 |
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$ |
- |
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$ |
9,503 |
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Foreign government |
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- |
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166,424 |
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- |
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166,424 |
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States and political subdivisions |
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- |
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113,569 |
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- |
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113,569 |
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Corporates |
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3,787 |
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1,821,321 |
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- |
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1,825,108 |
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Mortgage-and asset-backed securities: |
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Residential mortgage-backed securities |
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- |
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486,557 |
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- |
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486,557 |
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Commercial mortgage-backed securities |
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- |
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99,445 |
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- |
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99,445 |
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Other asset-backed securities |
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- |
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245,520 |
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- |
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245,520 |
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Total available-for-sale securities |
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3,787 |
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2,942,339 |
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- |
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2,946,126 |
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Equity securities |
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24,598 |
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1,003 |
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1,543 |
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27,144 |
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Trading securities |
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- |
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3,011 |
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- |
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3,011 |
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Cash and cash equivalents |
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687,821 |
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- |
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- |
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687,821 |
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Separate accounts |
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- |
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2,209,287 |
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- |
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2,209,287 |
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Total fair value assets |
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$ |
716,206 |
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$ |
5,155,640 |
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$ |
1,543 |
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$ |
5,873,389 |
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Fair value liabilities: |
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Separate accounts |
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$ |
- |
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$ |
2,209,287 |
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$ |
- |
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$ |
2,209,287 |
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Total fair value liabilities |
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$ |
- |
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$ |
2,209,287 |
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$ |
- |
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$ |
2,209,287 |
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In estimating fair value of our investments, we use a third-party pricing service for approximately all of our securities that are measured at fair value on a recurring basis. The remaining securities are primarily thinly traded securities, such as private placements, and are valued using models based on observable inputs on public corporate spreads having similar characteristics (e.g., sector, average life and quality rating), liquidity and yield based on quality rating, average life and U.S. Treasury yields. All observable data inputs are corroborated by independent third-party data. We also corroborate pricing information provided by our third-party pricing service by performing a review of selected securities. Our review activities include: obtaining detailed information about the assumptions, inputs and methodologies used in pricing the security; documenting this information; and corroborating it by comparison to independently obtained prices and/or independently developed pricing methodologies.
Furthermore, we perform internal reasonableness assessments on fair value determinations within our portfolio throughout the year and as of year-end, including pricing variance analyses and comparisons to alternative pricing sources and benchmark returns. If a fair
value appears unusual relative to these assessments, we will re-examine the inputs and may challenge a fair value assessment made by the pricing service. If there is a known pricing error, we will request a reassessment by the pricing service. If the pricing service is unable to perform the reassessment on a timely basis, we will determine the appropriate price by requesting a reassessment from an alternative pricing service or other qualified source as necessary. We do not adjust quotes or prices except in a rare circumstance to resolve a known error.
Because many fixed-maturity securities do not trade on a daily basis, third-party pricing services generally determine fair value using industry-standard methodologies, which vary by asset class. For corporates, governments, and agency securities, these methodologies include developing prices by incorporating available market information such as U.S. Treasury curves, benchmarking of similar securities including new issues, sector groupings, quotes from market participants and matrix pricing. Observable information is compiled and integrates relevant credit information, perceived market movements and sector news. Additionally, security prices are periodically back-tested to validate and/or refine models as conditions warrant. Market indicators and industry and economic events are also monitored as triggers to obtain additional data. For certain structured securities (such as mortgage- and asset-backed securities) with limited trading activity, third-party pricing services generally use industry-standard pricing methodologies that incorporate market information, such as index prices or discounting expected future cash flows based on underlying collateral, and quotes from market participants, to estimate fair value. If one or more of these input measures are not deemed observable for a particular security, the security will be classified as Level 3 in the fair value hierarchy.
Where specific market information is unavailable for certain securities, pricing models produce estimates of fair value primarily using Level 2 inputs along with certain Level 3 inputs. These models include matrix pricing. The pricing matrix uses current U.S. Treasury rates and credit spreads received from third-party sources to estimate fair value. The credit spreads incorporate the issuer’s industry- or issuer-specific credit characteristics and the security’s time to maturity, if warranted. Remaining unpriced securities are valued using an estimate of fair value based on indicative market prices that include significant unobservable inputs not based on, nor corroborated by, market information, including the utilization of non-binding broker quotes.
The roll-forward of the Level 3 assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis was as follows:
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Year ended December 31, |
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2025 |
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2024 |
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(In thousands) |
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Level 3 assets, beginning of period |
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$ |
1,543 |
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$ |
2,144 |
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- |
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4 |
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Investment gains (losses) and accretion (amortization) |
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(714 |
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(101 |
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Sales |
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(829 |
) |
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- |
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Transfers into Level 3 |
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1,576 |
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- |
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Transfers out of Level 3 |
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- |
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(504 |
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Level 3 assets, end of period |
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$ |
1,576 |
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$ |
1,543 |
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We obtain independent pricing quotes based on observable inputs as of the end of the reporting period for all securities in Level 2. Those inputs include benchmark yields, reported trades, broker/dealer quotes, issuer spreads, two-sided markets, benchmark securities, market bids/offers, quoted prices for similar instruments in markets that are not active, and other relevant data. We monitor these inputs for market indicators, industry and economic events. There were no material transfers between Level 1 and Level 3 during the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024.
The carrying values and estimated fair values of our financial instruments were as follows:
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December 31, 2025 |
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December 31, 2024 |
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Carrying value |
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Estimated fair value |
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Carrying value |
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Estimated fair value |
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(In thousands) |
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Assets: |
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Fixed-maturity securities (available-for-sale) |
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$ |
3,265,246 |
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$ |
3,265,246 |
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$ |
2,946,126 |
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$ |
2,946,126 |
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Fixed-maturity security (held-to-maturity) (1) |
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1,175,380 |
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1,153,047 |
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1,303,880 |
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1,227,428 |
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Equity securities |
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26,433 |
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26,433 |
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27,144 |
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27,144 |
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Trading securities |
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12,801 |
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12,801 |
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3,011 |
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3,011 |
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Policy loans (1) |
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47,583 |
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47,583 |
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40,884 |
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40,884 |
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Deposit asset underlying 10% coinsurance agreement (1) |
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131,418 |
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131,418 |
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158,913 |
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158,913 |
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Separate accounts |
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2,281,520 |
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2,281,520 |
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2,209,287 |
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2,209,287 |
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Liabilities: |
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Note payable (2) (3) |
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595,315 |
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543,461 |
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594,512 |
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513,862 |
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Surplus note (1) (2) |
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1,175,119 |
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1,150,995 |
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1,303,556 |
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1,225,708 |
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Separate accounts |
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2,281,520 |
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2,281,520 |
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2,209,287 |
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2,209,287 |
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The fair values of financial instruments presented above are estimates of the fair values at a specific point in time using various sources and methods, including market quotations and a complex matrix system that takes into account issuer sector, quality, and spreads in the current marketplace.
Financial Instruments Recognized at Fair Value in the Balance Sheets. Estimated fair values of investments in AFS securities are principally a function of current spreads and interest rates that are corroborated by independent third-party data. Therefore, the fair values presented are indicative of amounts we could realize or settle at the respective balance sheet date. We do not necessarily intend to dispose of or liquidate such instruments prior to maturity. Trading securities and equity securities, including common and nonredeemable preferred stocks, are carried at fair value. Segregated funds in separate accounts are carried at the underlying value of the variable insurance contracts, which is fair value.
The carrying amounts for cash and cash equivalents, trade receivables, accrued investment income, accounts payable, cash collateral and payables for security transactions approximate their fair values due to the short-term nature of these instruments. Consequently, such financial instruments are not included in the above table.
Historical Timeline
| Fiscal Year | Filed | |
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| 2025 | Feb 27, 2026 | Showing above |
| 2024 | Feb 28, 2025 | |
| 2023 | Feb 28, 2024 | |
| 2022 | Feb 28, 2023 | |
| 2021 | Mar 1, 2022 | |
| 2020 | Mar 1, 2021 | |
| 2019 | Feb 28, 2020 | |
| 2018 | Feb 26, 2019 | |
| 2017 | Feb 26, 2018 | |
| 2016 | Feb 27, 2017 | |
| 2015 | Feb 25, 2016 | |
About Fair Value Disclosures
Fair value disclosures classify all assets and liabilities measured at fair value into a three-level hierarchy: Level 1 (quoted market prices), Level 2 (observable inputs like yield curves), and Level 3 (unobservable inputs requiring management estimates). The proportion of Level 3 assets directly reflects how much of the balance sheet depends on internal models rather than market evidence.
Key signals: a growing Level 3 balance relative to total fair-value assets increases valuation uncertainty and earnings volatility risk. Watch for transfers between levels — assets moving from Level 2 to Level 3 often signal deteriorating market liquidity. Unrealized gains and losses on Level 3 positions flow through earnings or other comprehensive income, so large swings deserve scrutiny. For financial institutions, examine the sensitivity disclosures that show how Level 3 valuations change under alternative assumptions. Compare the fair value of debt against its carrying amount to gauge hidden leverage.