Aon reported its second quarter 2016 results, with the following highlights:
- Organic revenue grew 3% in Risk Solutions and 1% in HR Solutions. Retail Brokerage delivered strong 4% organic revenue growth, with 6% growth internationally.
- Risk Solutions operating margin increased 70 basis points due to organic revenue growth, favorable foreign exchange, and investments in data/analytics. HR Solutions margin declined 40 basis points due to expenses for future growth and divestitures.
- Earnings per share improved 6%, reflecting operational improvements and capital management.
- Year-to-date free cash flow increased 51% to $660 million, driven by higher operating cash flow and lower capital expenditures.