Wednesday, 26 May 2021, 9:14 am Kiwi insurer, Tower Limited (NZX/ASX:TWR) has today reported half year profit of $12m, down from $14.9m for the half year 2020. Underlying profit before large events was $18m, 5% lower than the prior year. Positive growth and ongoing reduction in management expenses have been offset by several factors that Tower has taken decisive action to address. These include an increase in large events and large house claims, rising building costs, and lower investment income. The large events comprise a $9.3m impact before tax, up from $2.8m in HY20, and included the large fire at Lake Ōhau village and severe flooding in