Compared to Estimates, MGIC (MTG) Q1 Earnings: A Look at Key Metrics

Core Viewpoint - MGIC Investment (MTG) reported a slight increase in revenue and a notable rise in EPS for the quarter ended March 2025, although revenue fell short of analyst expectations [1]. Financial Performance - Revenue for the quarter was $305.49 million, reflecting a year-over-year increase of 0.9% [1]. - EPS was reported at $0.75, an increase from $0.65 in the same quarter last year, resulting in a surprise of +13.64% over the consensus estimate of $0.66 [1]. - The revenue reported was -1.46% below the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $310.03 million [1]. Key Metrics - GAAP underwriting expense ratio was 22.5%, lower than the average estimate of 24.4% based on two analysts [4]. - GAAP loss ratio stood at 3.9%, significantly below the average estimate of 16.2% [4]. - Net premiums earned were $243.72 million, slightly below the average estimate of $245.41 million, with a year-over-year change of +0.4% [4]. - Other revenue was reported at $0.33 million, which is -31.3% lower than the average estimate of $0.50 million [4]. - Net investment income was $61.44 million, compared to the average estimate of $64.12 million, marking a year-over-year increase of +2.8% [4]. Stock Performance - Shares of MGIC have returned -2% over the past month, while the Zacks S&P 500 composite experienced a -0.2% change [3]. - The stock currently holds a Zacks Rank 2 (Buy), suggesting potential outperformance against the broader market in the near term [3].