Global Indemnity Group (NYSE:GBLI) Q3 2025 Earnings Call October 30, 2025 11:00 AM ET Speaker2Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for standing by. My name is Kelvin and I will be your conference operator today. At this time I would like to welcome everyone to the Global Indemnity Group Q3 2025 earnings call. All lines have been placed on mute to prevent any background noise. After the speaker's remarks, there will be a question and answer session. If you would like to ask a question during this time, simply pre ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Net income increased to $43.2 million in 2024 from $25.4 million in 2023, with a per-share value increase from $47.53 to $49.98 [24] - Investment income rose by 13% to $62.4 million compared to the previous year [25] - The consolidated accident year combined ratio improved to 95.4% in 2024 from 97.3% in 2023 [29] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Penn America segment's gross premiums increased by 12% in 2024, driven by a 17% growth in Insurtech and 12% growth in wholesale commercial [10] - Underwriting income for Penn America rose to $22.1 million in 2024 from $18.5 million in 2023, with an accident year combined ratio of 94.4% [30] - The assumed reinsurance business grew significantly, with gross written premiums increasing to $25.4 million from $13.9 million in 2023 [40] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total gross premiums decreased to $389.8 million in 2024 from $416.4 million in 2023, primarily due to runoff from non-core segments [35] - The California wildfire losses amounted to $15 million, with the company reassessing its exposure and modeling for future risks [14][62] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on enhancing underwriting capabilities and expanding product offerings through strategic hires and technology investments [20][88] - A multi-year technology transformation is underway, with over 75% of the transition to the cloud completed [17] - The company aims for revenue growth of 10% from Penn America in 2025, alongside improvements in non-catastrophe accident year loss ratios [41] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving long-term metrics for revenue growth and underwriting profits, despite challenges in the regulatory environment for rate increases in California [8][72] - The company is optimistic about the future, with plans to continue investing in growth and improving underwriting results [22][90] Other Important Information - The expense ratio for Penn America was reported at 38.1%, with a goal to reduce it to 37% or lower [16] - Discretionary capital increased to $255 million at the end of 2024, providing flexibility for future investments [42] Q&A Session Summary Question: Regarding the California fires, was it an underwriting issue or rate increase challenges? - Management indicated that they have been seeking rate increases but faced regulatory challenges, resulting in a sizable loss from a limited number of properties [46] Question: Can you provide more details on the reinsurance segment's growth? - The reinsurance segment has grown to 16 treaties with expectations for continued growth in 2025 and 2026 [49] Question: Is there potential for reducing the expense ratio without compromising underwriting quality? - Management acknowledged room for improvement in the expense ratio and indicated that they do not currently plan any special dividends [80] Question: What is the total exposure in California? - The total exposure in California is about six basis points of the total market, all on the direct book [58] Question: What kind of rate increases are expected in California following the wildfire? - Management anticipates needing at least a 50% rate increase for affected business, but regulatory challenges may complicate this [72]