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ifer (CNFR) - 2020 Q4 - Annual Report
2021-03-11 21:33
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☑ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 2020 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 001-37536 Michigan 27-1298795 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 550 West Merrill S ...
ifer (CNFR) - 2020 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2021-02-28 06:27
Conifer Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:CNFR) Q4 2020 Earnings Conference Call February 24, 2021 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Adam Prior - The Equity Group James Petcoff - Chairman & CEO Nicholas Petcoff - EVP, Secretary & Director Harold Meloche - Treasurer & CFO Andrew Petcoff - SVP & Director Brian Roney - President Conference Call Participants Paul Newsome - Piper Sandler & Co. Bob Farnam - Boenning and Scattergood Alex Bolton - Raymond James Operator Good morning and welcome to Conifer Holdings Q4 2020 Inves ...
ifer (CNFR) - 2020 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2020-11-14 15:04
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Gross written premiums increased over 10% in Q3 2020 to just under $30 million [8] - The company reported earnings per share on a GAAP basis of $0.06, compared to a net loss of $1.2 million or $0.13 per share in the prior year [31] - The combined ratio was 111% in Q3 2020 compared to 109% in the prior year period [29] - Net investment income was $776,000 during Q3 2020, down from $1.2 million in the prior year [31] - Book value at quarter end was $4.40 per share [32] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Personal lines generated a 68% combined ratio, with a 24% top line growth in gross written premiums [11][26] - Commercial lines premiums grew by over 9% in the quarter, maintaining high overall premium retention levels [12] - The company transitioned its business split to 90% specialty commercial and 10% personal lines [10] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported lower instances of overall claim activity attributed to individuals being at home during the pandemic [11] - Submission growth continued to trend higher throughout 2020, with the home state of Michigan remaining the largest premium state [18] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on transitioning away from personal lines coastal wind exposure towards specialty core commercial business [9] - The strategy includes cultivating relationships with agents and insureds that meet selective underwriting criteria [12] - The management emphasized the importance of a balanced book covering both commercial and personal lines [10] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the current business mix and the ability to generate sustainable operating profits [26] - The company has taken a cautious approach to COVID-19, focusing on employee safety while maintaining service levels [13] - Management noted that claims volumes have significantly decreased, particularly in liability lines [14] Other Important Information - The company has seen a significant reduction in wind-exposed premium, correlating with improved personal lines performance [25] - The company reported adverse development in certain commercial liability lines, contributing to the loss ratio [29] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you provide more color on the reserves this quarter? - Management indicated that the development was primarily due to Pennsylvania and Florida liability claims, with expectations for improvement as statutes run in 2021 [35] Question: How is the claim inventory managed through COVID? - Management reported a significant reduction in outstanding claims, with a 20% decrease since the beginning of the year [40] Question: What challenges are affecting the expense ratio? - Management noted that increased reinsurance costs and reinstatement premiums have impacted the expense ratio, but they expect improvements as earned premiums grow [44] Question: How have the 2019 reserves held up in 2020? - Management stated that the 2019 reserves have held up well, with improved results expected [70] Question: What is the outlook for the Sycamore wholesale agency operations? - Management expects revenue from Sycamore to increase slightly as they continue to grow their surplus lines business [73]
ifer (CNFR) - 2020 Q3 - Quarterly Report
2020-11-12 11:52
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Quarterly Period Ended September 30, 2020 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 001-37536 Conifer Holdings, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Michigan 27-1298795 (State or other jurisdiction of ...
ifer (CNFR) - 2020 Q3 - Earnings Call Presentation
2020-11-12 11:38
NASDAQ: CNFR Fulfilling the Unique Needs of Specialty Insurance Markets as a Long-Term Partner November 12, 2020 2 SAFE HARBOR STATEMENT | --- | --- | |------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ...
ifer (CNFR) - 2020 Q2 - Earnings Call Presentation
2020-08-14 16:57
NASDAQ: CNFR Fulfilling the Unique Needs of Specialty Insurance Markets as a Long-Term Partner August 2020 2 SAFE HARBOR STATEMENT | --- | |------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ...
ifer (CNFR) - 2020 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2020-08-13 17:38
Conifer Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:CNFR) Q2 2020 Earnings Conference Call August 13, 2020 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Adam Prior - Investor Relations Jim Petcoff - Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Nick Petcoff - Executive Vice President and Secretary Harold Meloche - Chief Financial Officer Brian Roney - President Conference Call Participants Paul Newsome - Piper Sandler Bob Farnam - Boenning & Scattergood Greg Peters - Raymond James Operator Good day and welcome to the Conifer Holdings, Inc. Q2 2020 In ...
ifer (CNFR) - 2020 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2020-08-12 20:10
[Part I — Financial Information](index=3&type=section&id=Part%20I%20%E2%80%94%20Financial%20Information) This section presents the company's financial statements, management's analysis, market risk disclosures, and internal controls [Financial Statements](index=3&type=section&id=Item%201%20%E2%80%94%20Financial%20Statements) Total assets increased to $250.0 million, with Q2 2020 net income of $1.5 million and H1 2020 net loss narrowing [Consolidated Balance Sheets](index=3&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheets) Total assets increased to $250.0 million, driven by debt securities, with liabilities and shareholders' equity also rising Consolidated Balance Sheet Highlights (in thousands) | Account | June 30, 2020 (Unaudited) | December 31, 2019 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Total Assets** | **$250,013** | **$247,265** | | Total investments | $170,616 | $169,732 | | Cash and cash equivalents | $4,812 | $7,464 | | **Total Liabilities** | **$206,733** | **$204,540** | | Unpaid losses and loss adjustment expenses | $106,734 | $107,246 | | Debt | $38,842 | $35,824 | | **Total Shareholders' Equity** | **$43,280** | **$42,725** | [Consolidated Statements of Operations](index=4&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Operations) Q2 2020 net income of $1.5 million reversed prior-year loss, with H1 2020 net loss narrowing to $3.2 million Statement of Operations Summary (in thousands, except per share data) | Metric | Q2 2020 | Q2 2019 | H1 2020 | H1 2019 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total Revenue | $25,300 | $22,781 | $46,886 | $47,084 | | Net Earned Premiums | $21,758 | $21,349 | $43,775 | $43,036 | | Losses and LAE, net | $11,945 | $14,382 | $26,214 | $28,838 | | Total Expenses | $23,930 | $25,657 | $50,278 | $50,735 | | **Net Income (Loss)** | **$1,505** | **($2,884)** | **($3,220)** | **($3,564)** | | **EPS (basic and diluted)** | **$0.16** | **($0.34)** | **($0.34)** | **($0.42)** | [Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss)](index=5&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Comprehensive%20Income%20%28Loss%29) Total comprehensive income improved to $6.5 million in Q2 2020 and $96,000 in H1 2020, driven by investment gains Comprehensive Income (Loss) Summary (in thousands) | Metric | Q2 2020 | Q2 2019 | H1 2020 | H1 2019 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net Income (Loss) | $1,505 | ($2,884) | ($3,220) | ($3,564) | | Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) | $5,015 | $1,336 | $3,316 | $3,033 | | **Total Comprehensive Income (Loss)** | **$6,520** | **($1,548)** | **$96** | **($531)** | [Consolidated Statements of Changes in Shareholders' Equity](index=6&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Changes%20in%20Shareholders%27%20Equity) Shareholders' equity increased to $43.3 million, primarily due to other comprehensive income offsetting the net loss - Total shareholders' equity increased to **$43,280 thousand** at June 30, 2020, from **$42,725 thousand** at December 31, 2019[21](index=21&type=chunk) - The change in equity during the first six months of 2020 was primarily influenced by a net loss of **$3,220 thousand**, offset by other comprehensive income of **$3,316 thousand**[21](index=21&type=chunk) [Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows](index=7&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows) Net cash used in operations increased to $4.6 million in H1 2020, with financing activities providing $2.8 million Cash Flow Summary (in thousands) | Activity | Six Months Ended June 30, 2020 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2019 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities | ($4,601) | ($223) | | Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities | ($861) | $4,459 | | Net cash provided by financing activities | $2,810 | $5,387 | | **Net increase (decrease) in cash** | **($2,652)** | **$9,623** | | Cash at end of period | $4,812 | $20,415 | [Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements](index=8&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) Notes detail accounting policies, investment portfolio, debt, segment performance, and COVID-19 impacts - The company is engaged in selling property and casualty insurance products through three business segments: commercial lines, personal lines, and agency business[29](index=29&type=chunk) - The company's investment portfolio, valued at **$170.6 million**, consists mainly of available-for-sale debt securities, with no other-than-temporary impairment loss recorded for the period[35](index=35&type=chunk)[37](index=37&type=chunk) - For the six months ended June 30, 2020, the company experienced **$6.7 million** in prior-year adverse reserve development, primarily from commercial lines[50](index=50&type=chunk) - Total debt outstanding was **$38.8 million** as of June 30, 2020, including senior unsecured notes, subordinated notes, a line of credit, and a **$2.7 million** Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan received in April 2020[54](index=54&type=chunk)[59](index=59&type=chunk) - The Commercial Lines segment is the largest contributor to premiums, with **$49.0 million** in gross written premiums for the first six months of 2020[74](index=74&type=chunk) [Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=24&type=section&id=Item%202%20%E2%80%94%20Management%27s%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) Management attributes Q2 2020 net income to improved business mix and lower claims, with premium growth despite adverse reserve development [Executive Overview](index=25&type=section&id=Executive%20Overview) Q2 2020 net income of $1.5 million and improved 100.5% combined ratio reflect better business mix and lower commercial claims - Reported net income of **$1.5 million**, or **$0.16 per share**, for Q2 2020, compared to a net loss of **$2.9 million**, or **($0.34) per share**, in Q2 2019[83](index=83&type=chunk) - The underwriting combined ratio improved to **100.5%** for Q2 2020 from **113.0%** in Q2 2019[83](index=83&type=chunk) - Commercial lines experienced low claims activity during Q2 due to COVID-19, as business shutdowns reduced the potential for liability losses[83](index=83&type=chunk) [Results of Operations - Three Months Ended June 30, 2020 and 2019](index=26&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations%20For%20The%20Three%20Months%20Ended%20June%2030%2C%202020%20and%202019) Q2 2020 gross written premiums grew 9.4% to $27.5 million, with loss ratio improving to 54.6% despite adverse reserve development Q2 Operating Results Highlights (in thousands) | Metric | Q2 2020 | Q2 2019 | % Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Gross written premiums | $27,545 | $25,169 | 9.4% | | Net earned premiums | $21,758 | $21,349 | 1.9% | | Losses and LAE, net | $11,945 | $14,382 | (16.9)% | | Underwriting gain (loss) | ($728) | ($3,002) | 75.7% | | Net income (loss) | $1,505 | ($2,884) | N/A | - The calendar year loss ratio improved to **54.6%** in Q2 2020 from **67.1%** in Q2 2019[97](index=97&type=chunk) - Incurred losses for Q2 2020 included **$3.0 million** of adverse prior-year reserve development, mainly from commercial auto lines in 2017 and 2018[97](index=97&type=chunk) [Results of Operations - Six Months Ended June 30, 2020 and 2019](index=30&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations%20For%20The%20Six%20Months%20Ended%20June%2030%2C%202020%20and%202019) H1 2020 gross written premiums grew 6.6% to $52.6 million, with net loss narrowing and loss ratio improving despite adverse reserve development H1 Operating Results Highlights (in thousands) | Metric | H1 2020 | H1 2019 | % Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Gross written premiums | $52,629 | $49,385 | 6.6% | | Net earned premiums | $43,775 | $43,036 | 1.7% | | Losses and LAE, net | $26,214 | $28,838 | (9.1)% | | Underwriting gain (loss) | ($3,670) | ($5,261) | 30.2% | | Net income (loss) | ($3,220) | ($3,564) | N/A | - The calendar year loss ratio improved to **59.6%** in H1 2020 from **66.8%** in H1 2019[112](index=112&type=chunk) - Incurred losses for H1 2020 included **$6.8 million** of adverse prior-year reserve development, with **$6.7 million** from Commercial lines[112](index=112&type=chunk) [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=34&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Capital%20Resources) The company maintains $15.7 million in liquid assets, with H1 2020 cash used in operations at $4.6 million, offset by financing activities - At June 30, 2020, the company had **$15.7 million** in cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments[120](index=120&type=chunk) - Cash used in operating activities increased to **$4.6 million** in H1 2020 from **$0.2 million** in H1 2019, mainly due to higher cash paid on losses[121](index=121&type=chunk) - Cash from financing activities decreased to **$2.8 million** in H1 2020 from **$5.4 million** in H1 2019, as a **$5.0 million** equity issuance in 2019 was not repeated, though partially offset by new borrowings in 2020[121](index=121&type=chunk) [Non-GAAP Financial Measures](index=34&type=section&id=Non-GAAP%20Financial%20Measures) The company provides non-GAAP measures like Adjusted Operating Income to supplement GAAP results, with Q2 2020 adjusted operating loss at $461,000 - The company's insurance subsidiaries' aggregate statutory capital and surplus, a non-GAAP measure, was **$59.8 million** at June 30, 2020[122](index=122&type=chunk) Reconciliation of Net Income (Loss) to Adjusted Operating Income (Loss) (in thousands) | Metric | Q2 2020 | Q2 2019 | H1 2020 | H1 2019 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net income (loss) | $1,505 | ($2,884) | ($3,220) | ($3,564) | | Exclusions (net of tax) | ($1,966) | ($2,713) | $83 | ($5,282) | | **Adjusted operating income (loss)** | **($461)** | **($5,597)** | **($3,143)** | **($9,844)** | [Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk](index=35&type=section&id=Item%203%20%E2%80%94%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20about%20Market%20Risk) Primary market risk is interest rate exposure on the $170.6 million debt securities portfolio, with credit risk from reinsurers also noted - The primary market risk is interest rate risk on the debt securities portfolio, which had a fair value of **$170.6 million** and an effective duration of **3.5 years** as of June 30, 2020[128](index=128&type=chunk) Interest Rate Sensitivity of Debt Portfolio (in thousands) | Hypothetical Change in Interest Rates | Estimated Change in Fair Value | Hypothetical % Change in Fair Value | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | 200 basis point increase | ($10,223) | (6.48)% | | 100 basis point increase | ($5,096) | (3.23)% | | 100 basis point decrease | $2,287 | 1.45% | - The company is subject to credit risk from reinsurers, with a net amount due of **$30.5 million** as of June 30, 2020, believed to be fully recoverable[129](index=129&type=chunk) [Controls and Procedures](index=37&type=section&id=Item%204%20%E2%80%94%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) Management concluded that disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of June 30, 2020, with no material changes to internal controls - The CEO and CFO concluded that the company's disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of June 30, 2020[133](index=133&type=chunk) - No material changes were made to the company's internal control over financial reporting during the second quarter of 2020[134](index=134&type=chunk) [Part II — Other Information](index=38&type=section&id=Part%20II%20%E2%80%94%20Other%20Information) This section covers legal proceedings, risk factors, equity sales, exhibits, and signatures related to the report [Legal Proceedings](index=38&type=section&id=Item%201%20%E2%80%94%20Legal%20Proceedings) The company faces various claims and lawsuits in the ordinary course of business, with no material loss expected beyond accrued amounts - The company is subject to various claims and lawsuits arising in the ordinary course of business, for which it establishes reserves for unpaid losses and LAE[68](index=68&type=chunk) - Management does not believe that any material loss exceeding accrued amounts will result from current legal proceedings[68](index=68&type=chunk)[137](index=137&type=chunk) [Risk Factors](index=38&type=section&id=Item%201A%20%E2%80%94%20Risk%20Factors) New risks from COVID-19 include adverse impacts on operations, financial performance, asset values, and potential regulatory actions - The COVID-19 pandemic could adversely impact business performance, leading to higher claims, reduced premiums, and negative effects on the investment portfolio[138](index=138&type=chunk) - There is a risk of governmental or judicial actions, such as retroactively altering insurance contracts to cover pandemic-related business interruption losses, which the company believes would be unconstitutional[139](index=139&type=chunk) - The shift to remote work places increased demands on IT systems and infrastructure, posing a risk to operational efficiency and productivity[140](index=140&type=chunk) [Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds](index=38&type=section&id=Item%202%20%E2%80%94%20Unregistered%20Sales%20of%20Equity%20Securities%20and%20Use%20of%20Proceeds) In June 2019, the company issued $5.0 million in common stock via private placement to accredited investors for growth capital - In June 2019, the company issued **$5.0 million** of common stock (**1,176,471 shares**) at **$4.25 per share** in a private placement to accredited investors, mainly board members[141](index=141&type=chunk) - The proceeds from the private placement were used for growth capital in the company's specialty core commercial business segments[141](index=141&type=chunk) [Exhibits](index=39&type=section&id=Item%206%20%E2%80%94%20Exhibits) This section lists exhibits filed with the Form 10-Q, including debt agreement amendments and CEO/CFO certifications - Filed exhibits include amendments to debt agreements with The Huntington National Bank, CEO/CFO certifications, and XBRL data files[144](index=144&type=chunk) [Signatures](index=40&type=section&id=Signatures) The Form 10-Q report was signed on August 12, 2020, by Harold J. Meloche, the company's Chief Financial Officer - The report was signed on August 12, 2020, by Harold J. Meloche, the company's CFO[148](index=148&type=chunk)
ifer (CNFR) - 2020 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2020-05-14 18:34
Conifer Holdings (NASDAQ:CNFR) Q1 2020 Earnings Conference Call May 14, 2020 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Adam Prior - Investor Relations Jim Petcoff - Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Nick Petcoff - Executive Vice President and Secretary Harold Meloche - Chief Financial Officer Brian Roney - President Conference Call Participants Paul Newsome - Piper Sandler Bob Farnam - Boenning & Scattergood Greg Peters - Raymond James Operator Good morning and welcome to the Conifer Holdings, Inc. Q1 2020 Investo ...
ifer (CNFR) - 2020 Q1 - Earnings Call Presentation
2020-05-14 17:10
FIRST QUARTER 2020 INVESTOR CONFERENCE CALL May 14, 2020 Conifer Holdings Inc. SAFE HARBOR STATEMENT 1 This presentation contains "forward-looking" statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, that are based on our management's beliefs and assumptions and on information currently available to management. These forward-looking statements include, without limitation, statements regarding our industry ...