Article: Markel Reports Strong Earnings From Core Operations For the Quarter and Six Month Period.

RICHMOND, Va., July 28 /PRNewswire/ -- Markel Corporation (NYSE: MKL)announced higher earnings from core operations for the quarter and six month period ended June 30, 1999. Alan I. Kirshner, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, commented, "During the first half of 1999, the performance of our core business units was exceptional, and we continue to make steady progress integrating Gryphon into our Company. Markel is well positioned to capitalize on the many opportunities we see in today's property and casualty marketplace."

In evaluating its operating performance, the Company focuses on core underwriting and investing results before consideration of realized ...

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