Hamilton Insurance Group (NYSE:HG) Q4 2025 Earnings call February 20, 2026 09:00 AM ET Company ParticipantsCraig Howie - CFO and Chief Investment OfficerDaniel Cohen - Equity Research AssociateDarian Niforatos - VP of Investor Relations and FinanceDavid Samar - Equity Research AssociateJustin Lee - Equity Research AssociatePina Albo - CEOConference Call ParticipantsChristian Getzoff - Senior Equity AnalystMatthew Heimerman - Managing Director and Senior Equity Research AnalystThomas McJoynt - Managing Direc ...

Summary of L'Oréal 2026 Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: L'Oréal (OTCPK:LRLC.F) - **Industry**: Global beauty - **Sales**: EUR 44 billion in 2025 - **Profit**: EUR 6.4 billion - **Units Sold**: 7 billion globally - **Employees**: 95,000 - **Market Cap**: Approximately EUR 200 billion - **Brand Portfolio**: 40 global brands sold in 150 countries [1][3][4] Core Financial Performance - **2025 Performance**: Strong financial results despite geopolitical challenges, with L'Oréal outperforming the beauty market, which grew around 3.5% [4][10] - **Growth Rate**: L'Oréal achieved a global growth rate of +4% in 2025, with notable acceleration in the second half of the year [4][10] - **Divisional Growth**: - Mass market (consumer products): +3.5% - Luxury: Slower growth - Dermatological beauty: Fastest-growing division, accelerated in the second half - Professional products: +7.5% [6][10] Market Dynamics - **Emerging Markets**: Close to +10% growth, with Southeast Asia at +11% and Latin America at +8% [9] - **US Market**: Accelerated growth from +2% in the first half to +4% in the second half [10] - **China Market**: Positive growth returning, with +1% in the first half and +5% in the second half [10] E-commerce and Innovation - **E-commerce Growth**: Represents 30% of sales, up from 5% a decade ago, growing at 13% [12][13] - **Investment in Technology**: Record investment of EUR 1.5 billion in technology, including AI and R&D [17] - **Innovation Rate**: Increased by 150 basis points, with 725 patents filed in 2025, marking a record year for innovation [22][23] Acquisitions and Strategic Moves - **Major Acquisitions**: - Kering Beauty, including high-end brands like Creed and licenses for Bottega Veneta and Balenciaga [24] - Medik8 and Color Wow, enhancing skincare and styling capabilities [24] - Increased stake in Galderma from 10% to 20% [25][26] Sustainability and Ethical Leadership - **Sustainability Recognition**: Received a triple A rating from CDP for the 10th consecutive year, emphasizing L'Oréal's commitment to sustainability [16] Future Outlook - **Market Growth Potential**: Targeting 2 billion consumers over the next decade, with a focus on emerging middle classes and younger demographics [28][29] - **Diversity in Beauty**: Addressing diverse consumer needs, including different hair types and skin tones, to capture new market segments [30] - **Skincare Ambitions**: Plans to enhance skincare offerings, leveraging acquisitions and innovations to meet growing consumer demand [38][39] US Market Insights - **US Subsidiary Performance**: Accounts for 27% of group turnover, with consistent growth and a strong local production footprint [44][45] - **Market Share**: L'Oréal holds a 13% share in the US beauty market, significantly outperforming competitors [50] - **Consumer Segmentation**: Targeting diverse demographics, including Gen Z, millennials, and older consumers, with tailored brand strategies [56][58] Conclusion - L'Oréal is positioned for continued growth through innovation, strategic acquisitions, and a strong focus on e-commerce and sustainability, with a robust outlook for the beauty market in the coming years [41][42]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In 2025, Hamilton delivered record net income of $577 million, a 44% increase from $400 million in 2024, with a return on average equity of 22%, up from 18% in the prior year [15][16] - The company grew gross premiums written by 21% to a record $2.9 billion, compared to $2.4 billion in 2024 [19][20] - The combined ratio for 2025 was reported at 92.9%, with a tangible book value per share growth of 25% [6][20] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Bermuda segment grew 27% in the fourth quarter, driven by casualty reinsurance, while the international segment, including Hamilton Global Specialty and Hamilton Select, saw a 20% increase in gross premiums written [8][9][24] - Hamilton Select, focused on casualty classes, grew 19% in the quarter, driven by excess casualty products and contractors [10][24] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company noted a transitioning market with ample opportunities for underwriters, despite increased competition in certain areas [7][13] - The January 1 renewal season was characterized by strong competition in property catastrophe business, with pricing declining but maintaining consistent terms and conditions [11][12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - Hamilton's strategy emphasizes strong operational and underwriting culture, client relationships, and a robust capital position to support sustainable performance [4][5] - The company plans to maintain disciplined underwriting practices, focusing on profitable opportunities while avoiding chasing top-line growth at the expense of margins [14] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the ability to find attractive opportunities in a competitive market, although growth is expected to be more measured going forward [13][14] - The company anticipates continued robust pricing in casualty lines, supported by clients retaining more of their business [68] Other Important Information - Hamilton announced a special dividend of $2 per common share, totaling approximately $206 million, reflecting the company's strong capital position and record earnings [32][33] - The Bermuda Substance-Based Tax Credit is expected to enhance competitive advantages, with a recorded credit of $20.7 million in 2025 [17][18] Q&A Session Summary Question: Underlying loss ratio guide for 2026 - Management indicated that the increase to 55% is primarily due to the change in the catastrophe threshold from $5 million to $10 million, with expected catastrophe losses around 6%-7% for the year [36][37] Question: Decision to deploy a special dividend - The special dividend was seen as an effective way to return excess capital to shareholders, while the company retains the ability to continue share buybacks [39][40] Question: Competition in the casualty side - Management noted robust pricing in areas of growth, with increased competition primarily observed in professional lines, leading to a reduction in writings in that area [41][42] Question: Optimal premium leverage - The company has maintained a premium leverage of about 80% and is cautious about increasing it blindly in a transitioning market [46][48] Question: Elevated large losses in segments - The fourth quarter saw more large losses than the previous year, with a significant satellite loss impacting both segments [72][73]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Hamilton Insurance Group reported record net income of $577 million for 2025, a 44% increase from $400 million in 2024, with a return on average equity of 22%, up from 18% in the prior year [13][5] - The company grew tangible book value per share by 25% to a record $28.50 [13] - For Q4 2025, net income was $172 million, equal to $1.69 per diluted share, with an annualized return on average equity of 25% [13][14] - The combined ratio for 2025 was reported at 92.9% [19] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Gross premiums written increased by 21% to a record $2.9 billion for 2025, with Q4 premiums growing by 23% [5][19] - The Bermuda segment grew by 27% in Q4, driven by casualty reinsurance [6] - Hamilton Global Specialty saw a 21% increase in gross premiums written, while Hamilton Select grew by 19% [7][8] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company noted a transitioning market with ample opportunities for underwriters, despite increased competition in certain areas [5][11] - The renewal season for property catastrophe business was characterized by strong competition and declining pricing, while casualty reinsurance saw more measured competition [9][10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - Hamilton's strategy focuses on maintaining strong relationships with clients and brokers, leveraging a hybrid platform for reinsurance and insurance [4] - The company aims to deploy capital while protecting margins, emphasizing disciplined underwriting practices [11] - Hamilton plans to continue investing in technology and underwriting capabilities, including the use of AI to enhance efficiency [80][81] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the ability to find attractive opportunities in a competitive market, although growth is expected to be more measured going forward [11] - The company anticipates that pricing across targeted lines of business will remain largely risk adequate [11] Other Important Information - Hamilton declared a special dividend of $2 per common share, totaling approximately $206 million, reflecting the company's strong capital position [30] - The Bermuda Substance-Based Tax Credit is expected to provide significant tax benefits, enhancing the company's competitive advantage [16][17] Q&A Session Summary Question: Underlying loss ratio guidance for 2026 - Management indicated that the increase to 55% is primarily due to the change in the catastrophe threshold from $5 million to $10 million, with catastrophe losses expected to be around 6%-7% for the year [34][35] Question: Decision to deploy a special dividend - The special dividend was seen as an effective way to return excess capital to shareholders, while the company retains the ability to continue share buybacks [36][37] Question: Competition on the casualty side - Management noted robust pricing in areas of growth, with increased competition primarily observed in professional lines [39][40] Question: Optimal premium leverage - The company has maintained a retention rate of about 80% and is cautious about increasing premium leverage in a transitioning market [44][45] Question: Elevated large losses in segments - The fourth quarter saw more large losses than the previous year, with a significant loss attributed to a satellite incident impacting both segments [70][71]

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