United States

Securities and Exchange Commission

Washington, D. C. 20549

 

Form 8-K

 

Current Report

 

 

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of

the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

 

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 16, 2007

 

 

Kansas City Life Insurance Company

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter)

 

 

Missouri

2-40764

44-0308260

 

(State of Incorporation)

(Commission File Number)

(IRS Employer Identification No.)

 

 

3520 Broadway

 

Kansas City, Missouri

64111-2565

 

(Address of Principal Executive Offices)

(Zip Code)

 

Telephone Number: (816) 753-7000

Not Applicable

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

 

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

o Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

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Item 2.02 – Results of Operations and Financial Condition.

Included below is a release of financial information mailed to stockholders on March 16, 2007. It reflects the financial condition, in a condensed format, for Kansas City Life Insurance Company as of December 31, 2006, and was previously included in the Company's year end Form 10-K report filed on March 1, 2007.

 

Message from the President, CEO and Chairman of the Board

 

Kansas City Life’s 2006 results reflect solid earnings and continued financial strength. Net income increased 2% to $36.9 million for the year, and earnings per share improved to $3.11 from $3.03 in 2005. The growth in earnings primarily stemmed from reduced benefit costs and improved net investment income. Net income and earnings per share for the fourth quarter were $10.1 million and $0.86, respectively.

 

The Company continues to emphasize the growth of its individual life insurance business. Kansas City Life’s commitment to growing this business has resulted in improved recruiting of new general agents and agents in its Individual Insurance Segment. In addition to growing sales through the Company’s traditional general agency distribution system, Kansas City Life was pleased to begin a new relationship in 2006 with American Republic Insurance Company. These agents are now afforded the opportunity to provide Kansas City Life products to their clients. Kansas City Life believes that life insurance is unequalled as a means of providing protection and is dedicated to promoting the sale of life insurance at a reasonable cost to meet the needs of individuals and their families.

 

Renewal premiums increased 1% for the year, but new premiums declined primarily due to lower sales of immediate annuities. Renewal deposits declined due to lower receipts of fixed deferred and variable annuities, while new universal life and variable universal life deposits grew 1% and 7%, respectively, in 2006.

 

The Company benefited from lower investment expenses and $5.6 million in net realized investment gains for the year. In spite of slightly higher interest rates during 2006, the investment environment remains challenging. However, the Company continues to benefit from a diversified mix of high-quality investments.

 

Total benefit costs declined by $5.9 million or 2% in 2006 versus the prior year. This improvement was net of a $6.2 million or 5% increase in death benefits paid. Partially offsetting the increase in death benefits was the favorable impact of reinsurance from insurers with whom the Company cedes mortality risk. Interest credited to policyholder account balances declined which also helped lower total benefit costs.

 

The Company has recorded steady earnings in recent years and added significantly to its capital position. Based upon the Company’s good earnings experience and strong balance sheet, the Board of Directors recognized the opportunity to reward shareholders at a meeting on January 29, 2007, as two dividends were declared. Consistent with recent quarters, a dividend of $0.27 per share was declared. In addition, the Board of Directors declared a special dividend of $2.00 per share. Both dividends were paid on February 13, 2007 to shareholders of record as of February 8, 2007.

 

The Company has long been committed to providing present and future financial security to its policyholders and shareholders. The Company has maintained this position in a highly competitive industry for 111 years through superior relationships, an array of competitive products, solid earnings and a strong capital position. Kansas City Life provides Security Assured, a commitment and a promise that has been developed, honed and guarded over the years. This promise is the basis for both the Company’s rich tradition and commitment to growth and success in the future. Kansas City Life looks forward to the continued opportunity to serve you in 2007.

 

 

 

 

 

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Consolidated

 

 

 

 

 

Balance Sheets

 

 

 

 

 

(Thousands)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

December 31

 

 

 

2006

 

2005

Assets

 

 

 

 

 

Investments:

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fixed maturity securities available

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

for sale, at fair value

$

2,719,439

 

$

2,865,476

 

Equity securities available

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

for sale, at fair value

 

52,351

 

 

52,775

 

Mortgage loans

 

472,019

 

 

458,668

 

Short-term investments

 

41,037

 

 

46,383

 

Other investments

 

210,173

 

 

185,137

 

 

Total investments

 

3,495,019

 

 

3,608,439

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cash

 

2,660

 

 

10,985

Deferred acquisition costs

 

220,595

 

 

226,963

Value of business acquired

 

82,769

 

 

89,505

Other assets

 

258,630

 

 

254,620

Separate account assets

 

400,749

 

 

367,860

 

 

Total assets

$

4,460,422

 

$

4,558,372

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Liabilities

 

 

 

 

 

Future policy benefits

$

854,447

 

$

860,284

Policyholder account balances

 

2,191,105

 

 

2,278,418

Notes payable

 

14,700

 

 

27,282

Income taxes

 

35,319

 

 

40,155

Other liabilities

 

279,798

 

 

304,154

Separate account liabilities

 

400,749

 

 

367,860

 

 

Total liabilities

 

3,776,118

 

 

3,878,153

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Stockholders’ equity

 

 

 

 

 

Common stock

 

23,121

 

 

23,121

Additional paid in capital

 

25,852

 

 

25,063

Retained earnings

 

780,892

 

 

756,807

Accumulated other

 

 

 

 

 

 

comprehensive loss

 

(25,118)

 

 

(8,406)

Less treasury stock

 

(120,443)

 

 

(116,366)

 

 

Total stockholders’ equity

 

684,304

 

 

680,219

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Total liabilities and equity

$

4,460,422

 

$

4,558,372

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

See accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.

 

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Consolidated

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Statements of Income

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(Thousands, except share data)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Quarter ended

 

 

Year ended

 

 

 

 

December 31

 

 

December 31

 

 

 

 

2006

 

 

2005

 

 

2006

 

 

2005

Revenues

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Insurance revenues: