Discovery Leverages AI Expansion

Discovery Ltd. is set to broaden the reach of its artificial intelligence tool, currently deployed in South Africa and the UK, to encompass its Vitality Network clients across Europe and North America. This strategic move aims to double the company's operating income by 2029. The AI is designed to provide a more precise understanding of health risks, enabling the delivery of highly personalised product experiences.

The insurer highlights that Discovery AI and Vitality AI have demonstrated excellent engagement. Discovery Bank achieved monthly break-even at the end of the first half of the year and generated its first profitable period during the second half, ahead of schedule. The group is well-positioned for sustained growth from investments in its model and two composites, Discovery South Africa and Vitality.

Discovery's approach involves leveraging its Vitality Shared-value Insurance model to optimise margins and returns. The company is focused on disciplined strategies and organic global partnership growth through its composites. Normalised operating profit increased by 29% to R15 210 million. Headline earnings and normalised headline earnings both increased by 30%, to R9 625 million and R9 781 million, respectively.