Operating profit increased for the full year 2023 for British insurer Aviva plc compared to 2022, the company reported on Thursday. Aviva reported 2023 profit based on International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) of £1.11 billion ($1.41 billion) compared to a loss of £1.03 billion in 2022. Profit per share was 37.2 pence compared to a loss of 34.7 pence. Group operating profit was up 9% to £1.47 billion. Operating earnings per share was 40.3 pence compared to 39.9 pence. Fiscal 2023 general insurance premiums was up 13% to £10.89 billion from previous year. Insurance revenue was £18.50 b…