W. R. Berkley Corporation (WRB), headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut, is an insurance holding company that operates as a commercial line writer. Valued at $29.3 billion by market cap, the company offers property casualty insurance and reinsurance products. Shares of this leading property casualty insurance holding company have outperformed the broader market over the past year. WRB has gained 29.1% over this time frame, while the broader S&P 500 Index ($SPX) has rallied nearly 13.2%. In 2025, WRB stoc ...

Chubb appoints Susan Spivak as Senior Vice President of Investor Relations, effective November 17, 2025. Accessibility StatementSkip Navigation ZURICH, Nov. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ --Â Chubb Limited (NYSE: CB) today announced that Susan Spivak has been appointed to Senior Vice President of Investor Relations, effective November 17, 2025. Ms. Spivak brings more than two decades of experience in senior investor relations and equity markets roles. She previously led investor relations at The Hartford, Argo Group ...

Financial Performance - Net income decreased from $195.3 million in 2Q25 to $164.2 million in 3Q25[5] - Annualized Return on Equity (ROE) decreased from 13.8% in 2Q25 to 11.5% in 3Q25[5] - Shareholders' equity remained constant at $5.7 billion in both 2Q25 and 3Q25[5] - The combined ratio for the Mortgage Insurance segment increased from 22.1% in 2Q25 to 33.9% in 3Q25[5] - Book value per share grew to $58.86 as of September 2025, with an annualized growth rate of 18.1% since December 31, 2013[10] Portfolio and Risk Management - Insurance In Force (IIF) increased from $246.8 billion in 2Q25 to $248.8 billion in 3Q25[5] - New Insurance Written (NIW) slightly decreased from $12.5 billion in 2Q25 to $12.2 billion in 3Q25[5] - Portfolio default rate increased from 2.12% in 2Q25 to 2.29% in 3Q25[5] - 97% of the Insurance In Force (IIF) is subject to reinsurance protection as of September 30, 2025[5, 32, 35] Capital and Liquidity - PMIERs Sufficiency Ratio was 177% in 3Q25[5] - Risk-to-Capital Ratio improved from 9.2:1 in 2Q25 to 8.9:1 in 3Q25[5] - The company has $5.7 billion in GAAP Equity as of September 30, 2025[34] - Available liquidity at the holding companies is $1.0 billion, with an additional $500 million in undrawn capacity with the credit facility as of September 30, 2025[34]

Core Viewpoint - Essent Group Ltd. reported a net income of $164.2 million for Q3 2025, reflecting a slight decrease from $176.2 million in Q3 2024, while also announcing a quarterly cash dividend of $0.31 per share [1][2]. Financial Performance - Net income for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, was $164.2 million or $1.67 per diluted share, compared to $176.2 million or $1.65 per diluted share for the same quarter in 2024 [1][11]. - Total revenues for Q3 2025 were $311.8 million, down from $316.6 million in Q3 2024 [11][12]. - Net investment income for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, was $177.3 million, up 7% from the same period in 2024 [8]. Insurance Metrics - New insurance written for Q3 2025 was $12.2 billion, a decrease from $12.5 billion in Q2 2025 and Q3 2024 [8]. - Insurance in force as of September 30, 2025, was $248.8 billion, compared to $246.8 billion as of June 30, 2025, and $243.0 billion as of September 30, 2024 [8][20]. - The company reported a weighted average credit score of 746 for its insurance portfolio as of September 30, 2025 [26]. Shareholder Returns - The Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.31 per common share, payable on December 10, 2025, to shareholders of record on December 1, 2025 [1][2]. - Year-to-date through October 31, 2025, Essent repurchased 8.7 million common shares for $501 million, with a new $500 million share repurchase authorization approved for execution through year-end 2027 [8]. Ratings and Outlook - Moody's Ratings upgraded the insurance financial strength rating of Essent Guaranty, Inc. to A2 from A3 and the senior unsecured debt rating of Essent Group Ltd. to Baa2 from Baa3, with a stable outlook [8].

Core Insights - Berkshire Hathaway's insurance portfolio is anchored by GEICO and supported by Berkshire Hathaway Reinsurance Group (BHRG), which generates underwriting "float" for investments [1][3] Group 1: BHRG's Role and Performance - BHRG underwrites various reinsurance types across 24 countries, contributing to increasing pre-tax underwriting earnings despite volatility from catastrophes [2] - BHRG's float has grown from approximately $114 billion at the end of 2017 to $174 billion by Q2 2025, indicating consistent underwriting profitability [3] - The profits and float from BHRG are utilized for growth initiatives, strategic acquisitions, and equity investments across Berkshire Hathaway [4][5] Group 2: Competitive Landscape - Reinsurance operations are essential for the growth and stability of competitors like Arch Capital Group and Everest Group, providing diversified earnings and capital efficiency [6][7] Group 3: Stock Performance and Valuation - BRK.B shares have increased by 5% year-to-date, outperforming the industry, with consensus estimates indicating rising revenues through 2026 [8][9] - BRK.B trades at a price-to-book value ratio of 1.53, slightly above the industry average of 1.5, and carries a Value Score of D [10] Group 4: Earnings Estimates - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for BRK.B's third-quarter 2025 EPS has increased by 23% over the past 30 days, while the full-year 2025 EPS estimate has risen by 0.3% [11][12]

Core Insights - The article highlights seven insurance stocks to watch, including United Parcel Service, Berkshire Hathaway, Wells Fargo & Company, Progressive, Arthur J. Gallagher & Co., Brown & Brown, and Everest Group, based on their high trading volumes recently [2] Group 1: Company Profiles - United Parcel Service (UPS) is a package delivery company that offers a range of services including transportation, delivery, distribution, and insurance, operating through U.S. Domestic Package and International Package segments [3] - Berkshire Hathaway Inc. engages in insurance, freight rail transportation, and utility businesses, providing various insurance products and operating railroad systems in North America [4] - Wells Fargo & Company is a diversified financial services company offering banking, insurance, investments, and mortgage services, operating through multiple segments including Consumer Banking and Lending, and Corporate and Investment Banking [5] - Progressive Corporation provides personal and commercial auto and property insurance products, operating in three segments: Personal Lines, Commercial Lines, and Property [6] - Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. offers insurance brokerage and consulting services, operating through Brokerage, Risk Management, and Corporate segments [6] - Brown & Brown, Inc. is an insurance agency and brokerage firm providing various insurance services, operating through Retail, National Programs, Wholesale Brokerage, and Services segments [7] - Everest Group, Ltd. provides reinsurance and insurance products globally, operating through Insurance and Reinsurance segments [7]

Core Insights - Alphyn Capital Management's Master Account returned 3.0% net in Q3 2025, underperforming the S&P 500 Index which returned 8.1% [1] - The top ten holdings represented approximately 68% of the portfolio, with around 17% held in cash as of Q3 2025 [1] - The market narrative was influenced by advancements in AI, credit cycles, and geopolitical uncertainties during the quarter [1] Company Focus: Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited - Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited (OTC:FRFHF) experienced a one-month return of -4.36% but saw a 32.30% increase in value over the past 52 weeks [2] - As of October 27, 2025, Fairfax's stock closed at $1,662.03 per share, with a market capitalization of $36.962 billion [2] - Fairfax's fundamental performance remains strong, with a 10.8% year-to-date increase in book value per share to $1,158, supported by a 93.3% combined ratio and robust investment results [3]

Core Insights - Zacks Premium offers tools for investors to enhance their stock market engagement and confidence [1] - The Zacks Style Scores are designed to assist investors in selecting stocks likely to outperform the market in the short term [2] Zacks Style Scores Overview - Stocks are rated A, B, C, D, or F based on value, growth, and momentum characteristics, with higher scores indicating better performance potential [3] - The Style Scores are categorized into four types: Value Score, Growth Score, Momentum Score, and VGM Score [3][4][5][6] Value Score - Focuses on identifying undervalued stocks using financial ratios such as P/E, PEG, and Price/Sales [3] Growth Score - Evaluates a company's financial health and future growth potential through earnings, sales, and cash flow metrics [4] Momentum Score - Targets stocks with upward or downward price trends, utilizing recent price changes and earnings estimate shifts [5] VGM Score - Combines the three Style Scores to identify stocks with attractive value, growth forecasts, and momentum [6] Zacks Rank Integration - The Zacks Rank is a proprietary model that uses earnings estimate revisions to guide investment decisions, with 1 (Strong Buy) stocks historically yielding an average annual return of +23.81% since 1988 [7] - Over 800 stocks are rated, making it essential to use Style Scores to narrow down choices [8] Investment Strategy - To maximize returns, investors should focus on stocks with a Zacks Rank of 1 or 2 and Style Scores of A or B [9] - Stocks with lower ranks, even with good Style Scores, may still face declining earnings forecasts [10] Company Spotlight: W.R. Berkley Corp. - W.R. Berkley is a major player in the commercial lines property casualty insurance sector, operating in the U.S. and 87 other countries [11] - Currently rated 3 (Hold) with a VGM Score of B, W.R. Berkley has a Momentum Style Score of A and a recent share price increase of 0.1% [12] - The company has seen upward revisions in earnings estimates, with a Zacks Consensus Estimate of $4.24 per share for fiscal 2025 and an average earnings surprise of +6.2% [12]

Core Viewpoint - SiriusPoint Ltd. is set to release its third quarter 2025 financial results on October 30, 2025, followed by a conference call on October 31, 2025, to discuss these results [1]. Financial Results Announcement - The financial results will be announced after market close on October 30, 2025 [1]. - A conference call will take place at 8:30 am (Eastern Time) on October 31, 2025, to discuss the financial results [1]. Accessing the Conference Call - The live conference call can be accessed via the Investor Relations section of the Company's website [2]. - For those unable to attend live, an online replay will be available immediately after the call [2]. - The conference call can be accessed by dialing 1-877-451-6152 (domestic) or 1-201-389-0879 (international) [3]. - A replay of the call will be available until November 14, 2025, with specific dial-in numbers provided for access [3]. Company Overview - SiriusPoint is a global underwriter of insurance and reinsurance, headquartered in Bermuda, with offices in major cities including New York, London, and Stockholm [4]. - The company has approximately $2.8 billion in total capital and holds a financial strength rating of A- (Excellent) from AM Best, S&P, and Fitch, and A3 from Moody's [4]. - SiriusPoint offers Property & Casualty and Accident & Health insurance and reinsurance globally, supported by strategic partnerships with Managing General Agents and Program Administrators [4].

Core Points - Chubb Limited will hold its third quarter earnings conference call on October 22, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. Eastern [1] - The earnings release and financial supplement will be issued after market close on October 21, 2025, and will be available on the investor website [1] - The earnings conference call can be accessed via live webcast or by dialing specific numbers for the U.S. and international participants [2] Company Overview - Chubb is a leading global insurance provider with operations in 54 countries, offering a wide range of insurance products including property and casualty, personal accident, supplemental health, reinsurance, and life insurance [3] - The company is recognized for its extensive product offerings, strong financial stability, and global local operations, employing approximately 43,000 people worldwide [3] - Chubb Limited is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: CB) and is part of the S&P 500 index [3] Financial Announcements - Chubb Limited's Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.97 per share, payable on October 3, 2025 [4] - The company announced a public offering of $1.25 billion of 4.90% senior notes by its subsidiary, Chubb INA Holdings LLC [5]