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Investor releaseQuarter not tagged2026-09-09

Global Indemnity Group, LLC Announces Quarterly Distribution

GlobeNewswire
WILMINGTON, Del., Sept. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Indemnity Group, LLC (Nasdaq: GBLI) ("GBLI") announced that its Board of Directors has approved a distribution payment of $0.35 per common share to be paid on September 30, 2026 to all shareholders of record as of the close of business on September 18, 2026. About Global Indemnity Group, LLC and its subsidiaries Global Indemnity Group, LLC (Nasdaq: GBLI) is a publicly traded holding company with a diversified portfolio of property and casualty insurance-related entities. Katalyx Holdings LLC includes: Four agencies focused on sourcing, underwriting, and servicing primary and assumed reinsurance business: Penn-America Insurance Services, LLC; Valyn Re LLC; J.H. Ferguson & Associates, LLC (including Vacant Express); and Collectibles Insurance Services, LLC. Three specialized insurance service businesses: Kaleidoscope Insurance Technologies, Inc., a developer of proprietary underwriting and policy systems supporting Katalyx’s agencies and broader digital initiatives; Sayata, an AI-enabled digital marketplace and agency for small commercial insurance; and Liberty Insurance Adjustment Agency, Inc., a provider of claims evaluation, adjustment, and related services. Belmont Holdings GX, Inc. consists of five statutory insurance carriers, each rated “A” (Excellent) by AM Best:Penn-America Insurance Company, United National Insurance Company, Penn-Patriot Insurance Company, Diamond State Insurance Company, and Penn-Star Insurance Company. For more information, visit the Company’s website at www.gbli.com. Forward-Looking Information The forward-looking statements in this press release are made pursuant to the “safe harbor” provisions of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in such statements. These statements are based on management’s current expectations and information available as of the date of this release. Factors that could cause actual results to differ include, among others, risks related to the timing and execution of the Company’s strategy, and other operational or strategic risks. Additional details regarding these and other risks and uncertainties can be found in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Global Indemnity undertakes no obligat…Read full document

WILMINGTON, Del., Sept. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Indemnity Group, LLC (Nasdaq: GBLI) ("GBLI") announced that its Board of Directors has approved a distribution payment of $0.35 per common share to be paid on September 30, 2026 to all shareholders of record as of the close of business on September 18, 2026. About Global Indemnity Group, LLC and its subsidiaries Global Indemnity Group, LLC (Nasdaq: GBLI) is a publicly traded holding company with a diversified portfolio of property and casualty insurance-related entities. Katalyx Holdings LLC includes: Four agencies focused on sourcing, underwriting, and servicing primary and assumed reinsurance business: Penn-America Insurance Services, LLC; Valyn Re LLC; J.H. Ferguson & Associates, LLC (including Vacant Express); and Collectibles Insurance Services, LLC. Three specialized insurance service businesses: Kaleidoscope Insurance Technologies, Inc., a developer of proprietary underwriting and policy systems supporting Katalyx’s agencies and broader digital initiatives; Sayata, an AI-enabled digital marketplace and agency for small commercial insurance; and Liberty Insurance Adjustment Agency, Inc., a provider of claims evaluation, adjustment, and related services. Belmont Holdings GX, Inc. consists of five statutory insurance carriers, each rated “A” (Excellent) by AM Best:Penn-America Insurance Company, United National Insurance Company, Penn-Patriot Insurance Company, Diamond State Insurance Company, and Penn-Star Insurance Company. For more information, visit the Company’s website at www.gbli.com. Forward-Looking Information The forward-looking statements in this press release are made pursuant to the “safe harbor” provisions of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in such statements. These statements are based on management’s current expectations and information available as of the date of this release. Factors that could cause actual results to differ include, among others, risks related to the timing and execution of the Company’s strategy, and other operational or strategic risks. Additional details regarding these and other risks and uncertainties can be found in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Global Indemnity undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.

Investor releaseQuarter not tagged2026-08-12

Global Indemnity (GBLI) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Motley Fool
Image source: The Motley Fool. Wed., Aug. 5, 2026 at 11 a.m. ET Chief Operating Officer - Evan Kasowitz Chief Executive - Jay Brown Chief Financial Officer - Brian Riley Operator: Good morning ladies and gentlemen and thank you for standing by and welcome to the Global Indemnity Group second quarter 2026 earnings call. My name is Franz, and I will be the conference operator today. [Operator Instructions] I would now like to turn the call over to Evan Kasowitz, Chief Operating Officer of Global Indemnity Group. Please go ahead. Evan Kasowitz: Thank you, operator. Today's conference call is being recorded. GBLI's remarks may contain forward-looking statements. Some of the forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking words, including without limitation, beliefs, expectations, or estimates. We caution you that such forward-looking statements should not be regarded as a representation by us that the future plans, estimates, or expectations contemplated by us will, in fact, be achieved. Please refer to our annual report on Form 10-K and our other filings with the SEC for descriptions of the business environment in which we operate and the important factors that may materially affect our results. Global Indemnity Group, LLC is not under any obligation and expressly disclaims any such obligation to update or alter its forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. It is now my pleasure to turn the call over to Mr. Jay Brown, Chief Executive of Global Indemnity. Joseph Brown: Thank you, Evan. Good morning, and thanks for joining us for GBLI's Second Quarter 2026 results conference call. Joining me today are Evan Kasowitz, our Chief Operating Officer of GBLI and President of Belmont Holdings, and Brian Riley, our Chief Financial Officer. As usual, I'll start with a short overview of the quarter, including what stood out to me in the results and what we're seeing in our longer-term trends. Brian will then walk through the key financial highlights, after which we'll open the call for questions. Let me start with the headline. Our underlying insurance operating trends remain strong and consistent with the results we have delivered over the past several years. Accident Year Combined Ratio was 94.7% for the quarter, producing an underwriting income of $5.8 million. Through June, our Accident Yea…Read full document

Image source: The Motley Fool. Wed., Aug. 5, 2026 at 11 a.m. ET Chief Operating Officer - Evan Kasowitz Chief Executive - Jay Brown Chief Financial Officer - Brian Riley Operator: Good morning ladies and gentlemen and thank you for standing by and welcome to the Global Indemnity Group second quarter 2026 earnings call. My name is Franz, and I will be the conference operator today. [Operator Instructions] I would now like to turn the call over to Evan Kasowitz, Chief Operating Officer of Global Indemnity Group. Please go ahead. Evan Kasowitz: Thank you, operator. Today's conference call is being recorded. GBLI's remarks may contain forward-looking statements. Some of the forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking words, including without limitation, beliefs, expectations, or estimates. We caution you that such forward-looking statements should not be regarded as a representation by us that the future plans, estimates, or expectations contemplated by us will, in fact, be achieved. Please refer to our annual report on Form 10-K and our other filings with the SEC for descriptions of the business environment in which we operate and the important factors that may materially affect our results. Global Indemnity Group, LLC is not under any obligation and expressly disclaims any such obligation to update or alter its forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. It is now my pleasure to turn the call over to Mr. Jay Brown, Chief Executive of Global Indemnity. Joseph Brown: Thank you, Evan. Good morning, and thanks for joining us for GBLI's Second Quarter 2026 results conference call. Joining me today are Evan Kasowitz, our Chief Operating Officer of GBLI and President of Belmont Holdings, and Brian Riley, our Chief Financial Officer. As usual, I'll start with a short overview of the quarter, including what stood out to me in the results and what we're seeing in our longer-term trends. Brian will then walk through the key financial highlights, after which we'll open the call for questions. Let me start with the headline. Our underlying insurance operating trends remain strong and consistent with the results we have delivered over the past several years. Accident Year Combined Ratio was 94.7% for the quarter, producing an underwriting income of $5.8 million. Through June, our Accident Year Combined Ratio was 94.8%, with underwriting income of $11.2 million, modestly ahead of last year. Loss performance remains the strongest part of the story. Catastrophe experience was favorable and non-catastrophe experience and results remained strong and consistent. Expenses remain well above our long-term target levels by approximately 4.5 points, as we continue investing in Catalyx, Kaleidoscope, and related technology platform capabilities. While these investments are elevating current expense levels, operating expense dollars have remained exactly in line with our 2026 plan. We will achieve significantly improved operating leverage as these initiatives drive efficiency, AI-assisted decision-making, and support future growth. Turning to insurance revenue growth, Belmont Core gross written premium was $117 million for the quarter, up 7% year over year. Through the first half, Belmont Core gross written premium was $214 million, up 3% versus last year, still well below our rolling growth targets. Growth was led by Valyn Re, which was up 79%, and Collectibles, which was up 14%. Penn-America also returned to growth, increasing 2% during the quarter after 2 consecutive quarters of declines, an encouraging result against a more competitive E&S market backdrop. The broader E&S market is becoming more competitive as admitted capacity expands and rate momentum moderates. We are extremely focused on not chasing volume at the expense of profitability. Instead, we are staying disciplined and leaning for growth into those areas of the portfolio, including Valyn Re, Collectibles, and our new venture pipeline that are less exposed to cyclical competitive pressures. Excellent future results are dependent on making sure this is an execution reality versus not just words. Within Specialty Products, legacy programs are also pressured by admitted carriers and MGAs, but we continue to see opportunity in the programs we want to retain and new programs expected to launch later this year. Our retail and consumer-focused businesses continue to expand distribution with more than 700 retail agent appointments year-to-date. Collectibles grew 14% while continuing to deliver excellent underwriting results. Vacant Express delivered 5% growth despite challenging property market conditions and are no longer offering a California admitted property product. Our new venture initiatives continue to advance, including Aging Services and Specialty Casualty. We have recruited very talented leaders for our team to establish these new offerings. Both will be important medium-term growth opportunities, with product formation work progressing through the end of this year. Valyn Re remains on track for the year following strong growth in the first half. We continue to expand the portfolio thoughtfully, including the addition of new property quota share relationships, while maintaining underwriting discipline and exiting underperforming treaties where appropriate. Sayata is our digital distribution platform connecting agents and carriers in small commercial insurance and continued to make progress in the first half, with submissions increasing 8.5%, expanded carrier participation, and the launch of excess cyber. Just as importantly, operational efficiency continues to improve with automation initiatives reducing average daily ticket volume by more than 22%. These productivity gains, combined with enhancements to their leadership team, position the platform for improved operating leverage over time. On the technology front, the Penn-America Pro build is nearing launch, with testing substantially complete and deployment still targeted for a September go-live. More broadly, the Kaleidoscope platform continues to be prepared to expand across our portfolio and remains a key driver of future scalability, efficiency, and robust partner connectivity. The next phase of Kaleidoscope work will focus on Vacant Express and Collectibles, with broader application to new ventures and partner API connectivity in 2027. This remains a significant near-term lift for the teams, but it is foundational to our operating model and future scalability. Stepping back, we continue to remain very confident in the underlying quality of our business. Loss ratio performance remains strong, our portfolio continues to diversify, and we are navigating a more competitive E&S market with discipline. We continue to expect Belmont Core gross written premium for the full year to finish approximately 15% above 2025 levels, while investment income should benefit from rising portfolio yields approaching 4.9% by year-end. With that, I'll turn it over to Brian to walk through the key financial details. Brian Riley: Thank you, Jay. Net income was $11.1 million for the second quarter, up 8% compared to $10.3 million in 2025. For the year, net income is at $15.3 million compared to $6.4 million in 2025. Starting with investments, investment income for the second quarter was $16.4 million compared to $14.7 million in '25. For '26, this includes income on a mark-to-market adjustment of $2.3 million on limited partnership interest. Excluding income of limited partnerships, investment income was $14.1 million in the second quarter compared to $15.3 million in '25, driven by higher allocation of the fixed income portfolio to U.S. Treasuries. As for the first six months, net income was $28.6 million compared to $29.5 million in 2025. Excluding the impact of income related to limited partnerships, investment income was $28.3 million compared to $30.2 million, also driven by an increased allocation of U.S. Treasuries. The current book yield on the fixed income portfolio increased to 4.42% with an average duration of 1.08 years as of June 30, 2026, compared to 4.27% book yield and duration of 1.01 years as of December 31, 2025, resulting from reinvestment of $177 million of maturities at 5.45% that had an average yield of 4.26%. As Jay noted, we expect this reinvestment trend to continue, targeting book yield of 4.9% by December 31, 2026. The average credit quality of the fixed income portfolio remains at AA-. Moving to underwriting income. For the second quarter, accident year underwriting income increased by 3% to $5.8 million, driven by 4% growth in earned premiums and a combined ratio of 94.7%. Our loss ratio for the quarter remains strong at 53.8%, a 1.8-point improvement over '25 driven by catastrophe loss ratio performance. As Jay noted, the elevated expense ratio of 40.9% is driven by personnel costs related to build-out of products on the Catalyx platform. As for the year, and similar to the second quarter, accident year underwriting income increased by 3% to $11.2 million, driven by 4% growth in earned premiums and a combined ratio of 94.8%. Note that comparison excludes the impact of California wildfires from the 2025 figures. Turning to premiums, Belmont Core's gross written premiums increased 7% to $117 million for the second quarter and 3% to $214 million for the year. At the divisional level, starting with Wholesale Commercial, Penn-America, which focuses on Main Street small business, was up 2% for the quarter, an improvement over first quarter, which was down 5%. These trends continue to reflect maintaining pricing and return standards amidst the competitive market, as Jay mentioned, demonstrated by an overall flat rate change for the first half of the year, and continued strong loss ratios. We continue to adjust our products to grow the business with the goal of maintaining our loss ratio. Valyn Re, our assumed reinsurance business, is up 79% to $21.5 million for the second quarter and 43% to $32.7 million for the first six months of 2026. As 3 new treaties were added during the quarter, the number of in-force treaties has increased to 22 at June 30, 2026. Vacant Express is up 6% to $13.1 million for the second quarter, and 5% to $24.5 million for the first six months of 2026. Collectibles is up 14% to $4.8 million for the second quarter and 13% to $9.4 million for the year. And last, Specialty Products did experience a decline of 36% to $7.8 million during the second quarter and 21% to $15.5 million for the year, driven primarily by terminated products. Excluding terminated business, gross written premiums on the 11 ongoing programs is only down 1%. In closing, I have 5 takeaways. 1, we are on track to achieve growth of 15% in gross written premiums, 2, although we are seeing increased competition in the marketplace, we are optimistic about our future underwriting performance, given the positioning of our current products and our loss ratio performance for the last 3.5 accident years. 3, our investment portfolio remains positioned to invest in longer duration maturities at higher yields. 4, book reserves remain solidly above our current actual indications. And 5, discretionary capital, which we consider to be the amount of consolidated equity in excess of that required to maintain the strongest levels for the rating agencies, is $302 million at June 30, 2026. Thank you. We will now take your questions. Operator: [Operator Instructions] And your first question comes from the line of Tom Kerr from Zacks SCR. Thomas Kerr: Good morning, guys. Several quick ones. On the expense ratio, I think we all know why it's elevated, all the spending, but what is the timing or has the timing changed and when that gets back to normal? Is that a gradual occurrence in 2027, or does it happen like a clip, or how do we look about when it gets back to what you think is normal? Joseph Brown: It will accelerate rapidly during 2027, and I would expect by the latter half of 2028, we'll be back to more normal levels. Thomas Kerr: Okay, so it's a 2028 issue, the normal levels. Okay. Joseph Brown: At the end of the year, it'll be kind of an 8-quarter rollout change that you'll see very clearly as we go through the year. Thomas Kerr: Got it. And did you guys give a new level of discretionary capital? Sorry if I missed that. Joseph Brown: Yes, $302 million, Tom. Thomas Kerr: Okay. One more big picture question about AI. Are you guys using traditional or new AI in any areas of the business? Is it claims or fraud detection or underwriting? Have you started using AI in some form? Joseph Brown: That's a broad question. We have the entire employee population is being brought up the curve individually and collectively with AI skills. That's a process that we began at the beginning of the year. We're starting to see isolated examples of significant efficiencies that are being gained. The larger programs in terms of AI, assisting our underwriters in making better decisions and our claims officers in establishing more accurate settlement levels are in development, have yet to be fully deployed, though we're testing them in different aspects at this point in time. The underwriting will follow very shortly after the end of the year when Kaleidoscope is fully deployed across our existing direct product capabilities for Collectibles, Collectibles Assumed, and Penn-America Wholesale Business, all of which have AI developments underway that will affect their business fairly significantly as we start to move through '27. It is early to declare any kind of significant victories, but I would say that from our viewpoint of looking forward is we are incredibly optimistic of the wide range of places that will impact the company. And it's just, it's too early. It'll become so integrated with the company, probably in a year or two, we won't be talking about it because it'll have overtaken our entire company during that time period. Operator: And your next question comes from Ross Haberman from RLH Investments. Ross Haberman: Good morning, Jay. How are you? I just wanted to go back to this earlier question. Was he referring to what you call your acquisition costs and other operating expenses at $41 million in the quarter? And if I understand it right, that number is going to ramp up, you said, through 2028. Is that correct? Joseph Brown: No, he was actually trying to get the point that it's risen over the last 24 months as we've increased our expenses in development. And what I view right now is we're kind of at the pivot point where our expenses have started to level off and we'll start coming down. It's a percentage and it affects both acquisition costs and operating expenses. Our acquisition cost is a function of the different lines of business we're in. As we write more Valyn Re business, our commission percentage will be going up as a percentage, as you look at the total, while our expenses, our operating expenses, personnel-related expenses, will be coming down as a percentage of the total. But the goal is to get back roughly into the 36% range within a 2-year period. That hasn't changed. Ross Haberman: You were lost and you recovered it. Could you explain what happened there? Joseph Brown: I'm sorry, Ross, we lost you for a minute. Could you repeat the question? Ross Haberman: You talked about a $2.3 million limited partnership. I think it was a loss or a temporary loss. Could you explain what happened there? Brian Riley: It's a fair value mark-to-market adjustment loss in the first quarter of $2.3 million that reversed in the second quarter fully. So for the year, the fair value change on the limited partnership was zero. Ross Haberman: Can I ask what kind of investments that includes? Brian Riley: It's our limited partnership program funds that we disclosed in our 10-Q, the Global International Fund. It's really down to about $1 million at this point. Ross Haberman: Do you plan to stay in it? Brian Riley: Limited partnership. Ross Haberman: Is that equity or debt or a combination or what? Brian Riley: The underlying security is in equity. Ross Haberman: Okay, and do you plan to stay in it or reduce it or what? Brian Riley: We expect to be out of it by the end of the year. Ross Haberman: Got it. And just one last question. I know it's not your direct lines of business, but any indirect or direct experience to the Middle East risks or general exposure there to the Middle East conflict? Joseph Brown: No, to the best of our knowledge, we're 100% domestic in the United States at this point in time. Ross Haberman: And just one final question I know I ask every quarter. Has your board changed their mind and decided to use some of your excess capital to buy back shares yet? Joseph Brown: Not that I'm aware of. Operator: Your next question comes from Tom Kerr from Zacks. Thomas Kerr: Just a quick follow-up, I think you said it's possible to get 15% gross premium growth on an annual basis in 2026 compared to 2025. Joseph Brown: That is still our belief that we'll have a pretty good shot at getting there by the end of the year. I know it's hard to believe given we only have modest growth in the first half, but because of the composition of the different products growing at very different rates, we still think that's a reasonable target for the year. Thomas Kerr: Okay, I'll just confirm it because that implies super strong double-digit premium growth in the second half of the year. Joseph Brown: Yep, your math tracks with mine. Correct. Operator: We will now move to our web questions. Evan Kasowitz: Thank you, operator. The first web question is from Ashok Mehta. Here are the updated plans and timeline for use of the significant excess capital. What type of ROE can the company as a whole generate when this excess capital is fully deployed? Joseph Brown: If you look at our current book of business, what we've tried to do is produce some supplementary statistics to GAAP, where we remove both the excess capital and the investment earnings on excess capital. Brian, why don't you give the update of where those numbers are currently? Brian Riley: Yes. So the adjusted ROEs, when you take out investment capital and really focus on pre-tax or after-tax operating income, is nearing 13%. Joseph Brown: And the second part of your question really is when does that occur? We have internal plans to utilize that capital through additional products and expansion of the products we're currently offering. I would expect it would be probably a 2, 2.5-year ramp-up to fully utilize all the excess capital with our current plans. Evan Kasowitz: Thank you. The next question is from Joel Straca. For the portion of your investment portfolio funded with shareholders' equity, do you expect one-year duration fixed income to beat actual, not reported, inflation? Would it make sense to own some energy or precious metal companies that would hedge inflation? What's your investment plan if the government represses short-term interest rates? Joseph Brown: That's a pretty complex question. We are ideally positioned to reallocate in almost any direction given the short duration of our portfolio. Our investment committee is driven by 3 of our board members and outside advisors, and they are continuing to be very opportunistic in the short term. I think I would agree with you as we're looking out over the future for the next 18 to 24 months, adding in some hedges against pure inflation and pressures is probably called for, and certainly I will make sure that's related to our investment committee. Operator: There are no further questions at this time. And I will now turn the call back over to Evan Kasowitz for the closing remarks. Please go ahead. Evan Kasowitz: Thank you, operator. This concludes our 2026 second quarter earnings call. We look forward to speaking with you about our third quarter 2026 results. Thank you. Operator: Ladies and gentlemen, this concludes today's call. We thank you for participating, and you may now disconnect. 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Investor releaseQuarter not tagged2026-08-05

Global Indemnity Group Q2 Earnings Call Highlights

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Interested in Global Indemnity Group, LLC? Here are five stocks we like better. Profitability improved: Second-quarter net income rose 8% to $11.1 million, while first-half net income more than doubled to $15.3 million. Accident-year underwriting income increased 3%, supported by 4% earned-premium growth and a 94.7% combined ratio. Growth was concentrated in reinsurance and collectibles: Valiant Re premiums surged 79% in the quarter, while Collectibles premiums rose 14%; however, Specialty products premiums fell 36%. Management still targets Belmont Core premiums about 15% above 2025 levels, requiring strong second-half growth. Investment and technology initiatives remain central: Investment income increased to $16.4 million, and the fixed-income portfolio’s book yield rose to 4.42%. Elevated technology spending is expected to decline as a percentage of premiums beginning in 2027, while Penn-America Pro remains targeted for a September launch. 5 Undervalued Stocks To Secure Your High Yield Portfolio Global Indemnity Group (NASDAQ:GBLI) reported second-quarter net income of $11.1 million, up 8% from $10.3 million a year earlier, as the insurer cited continued strength in loss performance, higher investment income and growth in several core businesses. For the first six months of 2026, net income totaled $15.3 million, compared with $6.4 million in the prior-year period. Chief Executive Officer Jay Brown said the company’s underlying insurance operating trends remained “strong and consistent” with results delivered over the past several years, while management continues to invest in technology platforms and new product initiatives. → SpaceX’s First Earnings Report Could Decide Whether Shorts or Bulls Have Control Second-quarter accident-year underwriting income rose 3% to $5.8 million, supported by 4% growth in earned premiums. The company posted an accident-year combined ratio of 94.7%, while its loss ratio improved 1.8 points from the prior year to 53.8%, which Chief Financial Officer Brian Riley attributed to catastrophe loss ratio performance. For the first half, accident-year underwriting income increased 3% to $11.2 million and the accident-year combined ratio was 94.8%. Riley said the year-to-date comparison excludes the impact of California wildfires included in 2025 figures. → 3 Drone Stocks That Should Soar After the Summer Slump Operating expenses r…Read full document

Interested in Global Indemnity Group, LLC? Here are five stocks we like better. Profitability improved: Second-quarter net income rose 8% to $11.1 million, while first-half net income more than doubled to $15.3 million. Accident-year underwriting income increased 3%, supported by 4% earned-premium growth and a 94.7% combined ratio. Growth was concentrated in reinsurance and collectibles: Valiant Re premiums surged 79% in the quarter, while Collectibles premiums rose 14%; however, Specialty products premiums fell 36%. Management still targets Belmont Core premiums about 15% above 2025 levels, requiring strong second-half growth. Investment and technology initiatives remain central: Investment income increased to $16.4 million, and the fixed-income portfolio’s book yield rose to 4.42%. Elevated technology spending is expected to decline as a percentage of premiums beginning in 2027, while Penn-America Pro remains targeted for a September launch. 5 Undervalued Stocks To Secure Your High Yield Portfolio Global Indemnity Group (NASDAQ:GBLI) reported second-quarter net income of $11.1 million, up 8% from $10.3 million a year earlier, as the insurer cited continued strength in loss performance, higher investment income and growth in several core businesses. For the first six months of 2026, net income totaled $15.3 million, compared with $6.4 million in the prior-year period. Chief Executive Officer Jay Brown said the company’s underlying insurance operating trends remained “strong and consistent” with results delivered over the past several years, while management continues to invest in technology platforms and new product initiatives. → SpaceX’s First Earnings Report Could Decide Whether Shorts or Bulls Have Control Second-quarter accident-year underwriting income rose 3% to $5.8 million, supported by 4% growth in earned premiums. The company posted an accident-year combined ratio of 94.7%, while its loss ratio improved 1.8 points from the prior year to 53.8%, which Chief Financial Officer Brian Riley attributed to catastrophe loss ratio performance. For the first half, accident-year underwriting income increased 3% to $11.2 million and the accident-year combined ratio was 94.8%. Riley said the year-to-date comparison excludes the impact of California wildfires included in 2025 figures. → 3 Drone Stocks That Should Soar After the Summer Slump Operating expenses remained elevated as Global Indemnity builds products and technology capabilities on its Katalyx and Kaleidoscope platforms. The quarterly expense ratio was 40.9%, with Brown saying expenses were about 4.5 points above the company’s long-term target level. Brown said spending has reached a pivot point and should begin declining as a percentage of premiums. He expects operating expenses to accelerate lower during 2027, with more normal levels expected by the latter half of 2028. The company’s goal remains to return to an expense ratio of roughly 36 within two years, he said. → The Bitcoin Comeback May Already Be Underway—2 ETFs for Exposure Belmont Core gross written premiums increased 7% year over year to $117 million in the second quarter. First-half Belmont Core premiums rose 3% to $214 million, although Brown said that pace remains below the company’s rolling growth targets. Growth was led by Valiant Re, the company’s assumed reinsurance operation, where second-quarter premiums rose 79% to $21.5 million. First-half Valiant Re premiums increased 43% to $32.7 million. Three new treaties were added during the quarter, bringing the number of in-force treaties to 22 as of June 30. Penn-America: Premiums rose 2% during the quarter after declining 5% in the first quarter. Management said it continues to maintain pricing and return standards in a more competitive excess-and-surplus market. Vacant Express: Premiums increased 6% to $13.1 million in the quarter and 5% to $24.5 million for the first half. Brown said the business no longer offers a California admitted property product. Collectibles: Premiums rose 14% to $4.8 million in the quarter and 13% to $9.4 million year to date, while continuing to produce what management described as strong underwriting results. Specialty products: Premiums declined 36% to $7.8 million in the quarter, primarily due to terminated products. Excluding terminated business, premiums across 11 ongoing programs were down 1%. Management said it expects full-year Belmont Core gross written premiums to finish about 15% above 2025 levels, despite modest first-half growth. Brown acknowledged that reaching that target would require strong double-digit premium growth in the second half, but said it remains a reasonable objective because of the varying growth rates among the company’s businesses. The company is also advancing new ventures in aging services and specialty casualty, with product-formation work expected to continue through year-end. Brown said both initiatives are intended to become medium-term growth opportunities. Global Indemnity said testing is substantially complete for Penn-America Pro, with a September launch still targeted. The next phase of the Kaleidoscope platform will focus on Vacant Express and Collectibles, while broader applications to new ventures and partner application-programming-interface connectivity are expected in 2027. Brown said Sayata, the company’s digital small-commercial insurance distribution platform, recorded an 8.5% increase in submissions during the first half, expanded carrier participation and launched Excess Cyber. Automation initiatives reduced Sayata’s average daily ticket volume by more than 22%, he said. On artificial intelligence, Brown said the company is training its employee population in AI skills and is seeing isolated efficiency gains. AI tools intended to support underwriting decisions and claims settlement assessments remain in development and testing. He said more significant underwriting applications are expected as Kaleidoscope is fully deployed across the company’s direct product capabilities during 2027. Second-quarter investment income was $16.4 million, compared with $14.7 million a year earlier. The result included a $2.3 million mark-to-market gain on limited partnership interests. Excluding limited partnership income, investment income was $14.1 million, down from $15.3 million in the prior-year quarter because of a higher allocation of the fixed-income portfolio to U.S. Treasuries. The fixed-income portfolio’s book yield rose to 4.42% as of June 30 from 4.27% at year-end 2025. The company reinvested $177 million of maturities at an average yield of 5.45%, compared with a 4.26% average yield on the maturing securities. Its fixed-income portfolio had an average duration of 1.08 years and an average credit quality of AA-. Riley said management is targeting a 4.9% fixed-income book yield by Dec. 31. The company expects to exit its remaining limited partnership investment, which Riley described as a global international equity fund with roughly $1 million remaining, by year-end. Global Indemnity ended the quarter with $302 million in discretionary capital. Brown said the company has internal plans to deploy that capital through additional products and expansion of current offerings, estimating a roughly 2.5-year ramp to fully utilize the excess capital. Management said adjusted return on equity, excluding excess capital and related investment earnings and focusing on after-tax operating income, was nearing 13%. Global Indemnity Group (NASDAQ: GBLI) is a specialty property and casualty insurance holding company headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey. Through its subsidiaries, the company focuses on underwriting commercial niche insurance products designed to meet the needs of small to mid-sized businesses and select specialty markets. Its approach centers on disciplined underwriting, customized policy structures and targeted distribution channels to address coverage gaps often underserved by standard carriers. The company's product portfolio encompasses surety and fidelity bonds, workers' compensation, general liability, commercial auto, professional liability and environmental liability. This instant news alert was generated by narrative science technology and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest reporting and unbiased coverage. Please send any questions or comments about this story to [email protected]. The article "Global Indemnity Group Q2 Earnings Call Highlights" was originally published by MarketBeat. View MarketBeat's top stocks for August 2026.

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Global Indemnity: Q2 Earnings Snapshot

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WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — Global Indemnity PLC (GBLI) on Wednesday reported net income of $11.1 million in its second quarter. The Wilmington, Delaware-based company said it had net income of 76 cents per share. Earnings, adjusted for investment gains, were 59 cents per share. The insurance and reinsurance holding company posted revenue of $116.1 million in the period. _____ This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on GBLI at https://www.zacks.com/ap/GBLI

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Global Indemnity Group, LLC Reports Financial Results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2026

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Net income increased to $11.1 million, or $0.76 per share, growth of 8% for the quarter driven by a 53.8% loss ratio.  Belmont Core gross written premiums grew 7% for the quarter. WILMINGTON, Del., Aug. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Indemnity Group, LLC (Nasdaq: GBLI) (the "Company") today reported financial results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2026. For the three months ended June 30, 2026, net income was $11.1 million, or $0.76 per share, compared to $10.3 million, or $0.71 per share, in 2025. Current accident year underwriting income increased 3% to $5.8 million, with a loss ratio of 53.8% and a combined ratio of 94.7%. Belmont Core gross written premiums grew 7% to $117.3 million. Pretax Adjusted Operating Contribution was $19.9 million and Adjusted Return on Equity was 12.1%. For the six months ended June 30, 2026, net income was $15.3 million, or $1.05 per share, compared to $6.4 million, or $0.43 per share, in 2025. Current accident year underwriting income increased to $11.2 million, with a loss ratio of 54.3% and a combined ratio of 94.8%. Belmont Core gross written premiums grew 3% to $213.7 million. Pretax Adjusted Operating Contribution was $39.8 million and Adjusted Return on Equity was 12.6%. Highlights of Consolidated Results Operating Performance Operating income of $16.9 million, or $1.16 per share, for the six months ended June 30, 2026, compared to $6.2 million, or $0.42 per share, in 2025. Current accident year underwriting income increased to $11.2 million for the six months ended June 30, 2026, compared to a loss of $4.7 million in 2025. Excluding the impact on 2025 results from California wildfires, current accident year underwriting income improved 3% supported by 5% growth in net earned premiums to $197.0 million and a 94.8% current accident year combined ratio. Net investment income of $28.6 million for the six months ended June 30, 2026, compared to $29.5 million in 2025, resulting from increased allocation to U.S. Treasuries. As of June 30, 2026, total investments were $1.4 billion, of which 98% was fixed-income securities and cash.  The fixed-income portfolio had a duration of 1.08 years, book yield of 4.42% and overall credit quality of AA-. Belmont Core Gross Written Premium Growth Belmont Core gross written premiums grew 7% to $117.3 million in the 2nd quarter and 3% to $213.7 million for the six months en…Read full document

Net income increased to $11.1 million, or $0.76 per share, growth of 8% for the quarter driven by a 53.8% loss ratio.  Belmont Core gross written premiums grew 7% for the quarter. WILMINGTON, Del., Aug. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Indemnity Group, LLC (Nasdaq: GBLI) (the "Company") today reported financial results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2026. For the three months ended June 30, 2026, net income was $11.1 million, or $0.76 per share, compared to $10.3 million, or $0.71 per share, in 2025. Current accident year underwriting income increased 3% to $5.8 million, with a loss ratio of 53.8% and a combined ratio of 94.7%. Belmont Core gross written premiums grew 7% to $117.3 million. Pretax Adjusted Operating Contribution was $19.9 million and Adjusted Return on Equity was 12.1%. For the six months ended June 30, 2026, net income was $15.3 million, or $1.05 per share, compared to $6.4 million, or $0.43 per share, in 2025. Current accident year underwriting income increased to $11.2 million, with a loss ratio of 54.3% and a combined ratio of 94.8%. Belmont Core gross written premiums grew 3% to $213.7 million. Pretax Adjusted Operating Contribution was $39.8 million and Adjusted Return on Equity was 12.6%. Highlights of Consolidated Results Operating Performance Operating income of $16.9 million, or $1.16 per share, for the six months ended June 30, 2026, compared to $6.2 million, or $0.42 per share, in 2025. Current accident year underwriting income increased to $11.2 million for the six months ended June 30, 2026, compared to a loss of $4.7 million in 2025. Excluding the impact on 2025 results from California wildfires, current accident year underwriting income improved 3% supported by 5% growth in net earned premiums to $197.0 million and a 94.8% current accident year combined ratio. Net investment income of $28.6 million for the six months ended June 30, 2026, compared to $29.5 million in 2025, resulting from increased allocation to U.S. Treasuries. As of June 30, 2026, total investments were $1.4 billion, of which 98% was fixed-income securities and cash.  The fixed-income portfolio had a duration of 1.08 years, book yield of 4.42% and overall credit quality of AA-. Belmont Core Gross Written Premium Growth Belmont Core gross written premiums grew 7% to $117.3 million in the 2nd quarter and 3% to $213.7 million for the six months ended June 30, 2026: Capital Position and Book Value Common shareholders’ equity increased to $706.9 million at June 30, 2026 from $702.6 million at December 31, 2025, growing 2% before the return of $10.3 million to shareholders despite a temporary decline in the fair value of the fixed income portfolio of $2.8 million, net of tax. Book value per share of $48.28 at June 30, 2026 compared to $48.96 at December 31, 2025. The Company paid dividends of $10.3 million, or $0.70 per common share, during the six months ended June 30, 2026. Since its 2003 initial public offering, the Company has returned $659.8 million to shareholders, including $522.2 million in share repurchases and $137.6 million in dividends and distributions. About Global Indemnity Group, LLC Global Indemnity Group, LLC (Nasdaq: GBLI) is a publicly traded holding company with a diversified portfolio of property and casualty insurance-related entities. Katalyx Holdings LLC includes: Four agencies focused on sourcing, underwriting, and servicing primary and assumed reinsurance business: Penn-America Insurance Services, LLC; Valyn Re LLC; J.H. Ferguson & Associates, LLC (including Vacant Express); and Collectibles Insurance Services, LLC. Three specialized insurance service businesses: Kaleidoscope Insurance Technologies, Inc., a developer of proprietary underwriting and policy systems supporting Katalyx’s agencies and broader digital initiatives; Sayata, an AI-enabled digital marketplace and agency for small commercial insurance; and Liberty Insurance Adjustment Agency, Inc., a provider of claims evaluation, adjustment, and related services. Belmont Holdings GX, Inc. consists of five statutory insurance carriers, each rated “A” (Excellent) by AM Best:Penn-America Insurance Company, United National Insurance Company, Penn-Patriot Insurance Company, Diamond State Insurance Company, and Penn-Star Insurance Company. For more information, visit the Company’s website at www.gbli.com. Forward-Looking Statements The forward-looking statements in this press release are made pursuant to the “safe harbor” provisions of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in such statements. These statements are based on management’s current expectations and information available as of the date of this release. Factors that could cause actual results to differ include, among others, risks related to the timing and execution of the Company’s strategy, and other operational or strategic risks. Additional details regarding these and other risks and uncertainties can be found in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Global Indemnity undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances. Investor / Media Contact:  Scott Eckstein, KCSA Strategic Communications  |  (212) 896-1210  |  [email protected]

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Global Indemnity Group LLC (GBLI) (Q2 2026) Earnings Call Highlights: Strong Underwriting ...

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This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Release Date: August 05, 2026 For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. Global Indemnity Group LLC (NASDAQ:GBLI) reported a strong accident-year combined ratio of 94.7% for Q2 2026, generating $5.8 million in underwriting income, with a 1.8-point improvement in the loss ratio to 53.8%. The company is on track to achieve its full-year 2026 target of approximately 15% growth in Belmont Core gross written premiums, driven by strong performance in Valiant Re (up 79%) and Collectibles (up 14%). Investment income is benefiting from rising portfolio yields, with the book yield increasing to 4.42% and a target of 4.9% by year-end 2026, supported by reinvestment of maturities at higher rates. The company maintains a strong balance sheet with $302 million in discretionary capital and book reserves that remain solidly above current actuarial indications. Strategic investments in technology and AI are progressing, with the Kaleidoscope platform and new ventures (including agents, aging services, and specialty casualty) positioning the company for improved operating leverage and future growth. Global Indemnity Group LLC (NASDAQ:GBLI)'s expense ratio remains elevated at 40.9%, approximately 4.5 points above long-term targets, due to ongoing investments in technology platforms, with normalization not expected until the latter half of 2028. The broader E&S market is becoming increasingly competitive as admitted capacity expands and rate momentum moderates, pressuring growth in the Pan America business, which only returned to modest 2% growth after two quarters of declines. Specialty products experienced a significant decline of 36% in Q2 2026 gross written premiums, driven by terminated products, although ongoing programs were only down 1%. Investment income excluding limited partnerships declined to $14.1 million in Q2 2026 from $15.3 million in the prior year, due to a higher allocation of the fixed income portfolio to US Treasuries. The company has not changed its stance on using excess capital for share buybacks, and the timeline to fully deploy its significant discretionary capital is expected to take approximately 2.5 years, which may frustrate investors seeking near-term capital returns. Warning! GuruFocus has detected 1 Warning Sign with GBLI. Is GBLI fairly valued?…Read full document

This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Release Date: August 05, 2026 For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. Global Indemnity Group LLC (NASDAQ:GBLI) reported a strong accident-year combined ratio of 94.7% for Q2 2026, generating $5.8 million in underwriting income, with a 1.8-point improvement in the loss ratio to 53.8%. The company is on track to achieve its full-year 2026 target of approximately 15% growth in Belmont Core gross written premiums, driven by strong performance in Valiant Re (up 79%) and Collectibles (up 14%). Investment income is benefiting from rising portfolio yields, with the book yield increasing to 4.42% and a target of 4.9% by year-end 2026, supported by reinvestment of maturities at higher rates. The company maintains a strong balance sheet with $302 million in discretionary capital and book reserves that remain solidly above current actuarial indications. Strategic investments in technology and AI are progressing, with the Kaleidoscope platform and new ventures (including agents, aging services, and specialty casualty) positioning the company for improved operating leverage and future growth. Global Indemnity Group LLC (NASDAQ:GBLI)'s expense ratio remains elevated at 40.9%, approximately 4.5 points above long-term targets, due to ongoing investments in technology platforms, with normalization not expected until the latter half of 2028. The broader E&S market is becoming increasingly competitive as admitted capacity expands and rate momentum moderates, pressuring growth in the Pan America business, which only returned to modest 2% growth after two quarters of declines. Specialty products experienced a significant decline of 36% in Q2 2026 gross written premiums, driven by terminated products, although ongoing programs were only down 1%. Investment income excluding limited partnerships declined to $14.1 million in Q2 2026 from $15.3 million in the prior year, due to a higher allocation of the fixed income portfolio to US Treasuries. The company has not changed its stance on using excess capital for share buybacks, and the timeline to fully deploy its significant discretionary capital is expected to take approximately 2.5 years, which may frustrate investors seeking near-term capital returns. Warning! GuruFocus has detected 1 Warning Sign with GBLI. Is GBLI fairly valued? Test your thesis with our free DCF calculator. Q: What are the updated plans and timeline for use of the significant excess capital, and what type of ROE can the company generate when this excess capital is fully deployed?A: Jay Brown (CEO) and Brian Riley (CFO) stated that on an adjusted basis, removing excess capital and its investment earnings, the pre-tax, after-tax operating ROE is nearing 13%. The company has internal plans to utilize the capital through additional products and expansion of current offerings, with a projected 2.5-year ramp-up period to fully deploy the excess capital. Q: Regarding the elevated expense ratio, what is the timing for it to return to normal levels? Is it a gradual occurrence in 2027 or a cliff event?A: Jay Brown (CEO) explained that expenses will accelerate rapidly during 2027, and the company expects to return to more normal levels by the latter half of 2028. He described it as an 8-quarter rollout, with changes becoming very clear as they progress through the year. Q: Can you confirm the expectation of 15% gross premium growth for 2026, given the modest growth in the first half?A: Jay Brown (CEO) confirmed that the company still believes it has a good shot at achieving 15% growth by year-end. He noted that despite modest first-half growth, the composition of different products growing at very different rates supports this target, implying strong double-digit premium growth in the second half of the year. Q: Are you using traditional or new AI in any areas of the business, such as claims, fraud detection, or underwriting?A: Jay Brown (CEO) stated that the entire employee population is being trained in AI skills, with isolated examples of significant efficiencies already gained. Larger programs for AI-assisted underwriting and claims settlement are in development and testing. Full deployment is expected after year-end when the Kaleidoscope platform is fully rolled out, with significant impacts anticipated as they move through 2027. Q: Can you explain the $2.3 million limited partnership adjustment mentioned in the quarter?A: Brian Riley (CFO) clarified that it was a fair value mark-to-market adjustment loss in the first quarter of $2.3 million that fully reversed in the second quarter, resulting in a zero net change for the year. The investment is in the Global International Fund, which is down to about $1 million, and the company expects to be completely out of it by the end of the year. Q: Has the board changed its mind about using excess capital to buy back shares?A: Jay Brown (CEO) responded that he is not aware of any change in the board's decision regarding share buybacks, indicating the company has not altered its stance on this matter. Q: Do you have any direct or indirect exposure to Middle East risks or the G3 ex exposure related to the Middle East conflict?A: Jay Brown (CEO) stated that to the best of their knowledge, the company is 100% domestic in the United States and has no exposure to the Middle East conflict. Q: For the investment portfolio funded with shareholders' equity, do you expect one-year duration fixed income to be actual, not reported inflation? Would it make sense to own energy or precious metal companies to hedge inflation, and what's the plan if the government represses short-term interest rates?A: Jay Brown (CEO) acknowledged the complexity of the question, noting the company is ideally positioned to reallocate in almost any direction given the short duration of the portfolio. He agreed that adding inflation hedges over the next 18-24 months is probably called for and will relay this to the investment committee, which is driven by three board members and outside advisers. Q: Regarding the elevated expense ratio, is the $41 million in acquisition costs and other operating expenses going to ramp up through 2027?A: Jay Brown (CEO) clarified that the company is at a pivot point where expenses have started to level off and will begin declining as a percentage. While acquisition costs may rise as a percentage due to more Valiant Re business, operating expenses will come down as a percentage of the total. The goal remains to get back to roughly the 36% range within a two-year period. Q: What is the current level of discretionary capital?A: Brian Riley (CFO) confirmed that discretionary capital, defined as consolidated equity in excess of that required to maintain the strongest rating agency levels, was $302 million as of June 30, 2026. For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript.

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FY2026 Q2 earnings call transcript

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Operator

Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, and thank you for standing by, and welcome to the Global Indemnity Group second quarter 2026 earnings call. My name is Franz, and I will be the conference operator today. 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 press star one on your telephone keypad. If you would like to withdraw your question, please press star one again. Thank you. I would now like to turn the call over to Evan Kasowitz, Chief Operating Officer of Global Indemnity Group. Please go ahead.

Evan Kasowitz

Thank you, operator. Today's conference call is being recorded. GBLI's remarks may contain forward-looking statements. Some of the forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking words, including, without limitation, believes, expectations, or estimates. We caution you that such forward-looking statements should not be regarded as a representation by us that the future plans, estimates, or expectations contemplated by us will in fact be achieved.

Evan Kasowitz

Please refer to our annual report on Form 10-K and our other filings with the SEC for descriptions of the business environment in which we operate and the important factors that may materially affect our results. Global Indemnity Group, LLC is not under any obligation and expressly disclaims any such obligation to update or alter its forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. It is now my pleasure to turn the call over to Mr. Jay Brown, Chief Executive of Global Indemnity.

Jay Brown

Thank you, Evan. Good morning, and thanks for joining us for GBLI's second quarter 2026 results conference call. Joining me today are Evan Kaczewicz, our Chief Operating Officer of GBLI and President of Belmont Holdings, and Brian Riley, our Chief Financial Officer. As usual, I'll start with a short overview of the quarter, including what stood out to me in the results and what we're seeing in our longer-term trends. Brian will then walk through the key financial highlights, after which we'll open the call for questions. Let me start with the headline. Our underlying insurance operating trends remain strong and consistent with the results we have delivered over the past several years. Our accident year combined ratio was 94.7 for the quarter, producing an underwriting income of $5.8 million. Through June, our accident year combined ratio was 94.8%, with underwriting income of $11.2 million, modestly ahead of last year.

Jay Brown

Loss performance remains the strongest part of the story. Catastrophe experience was favorable, and non-catastrophe experience and results remained strong and consistent. Expenses remained well above our long-term target levels by approximately four and a half points as we continue investing in Katalyx, Kaleidoscope, and related technology platform capabilities. While these investments are elevating current expense levels, operating expense dollars have remained exactly in line with our 2026 plan. We will achieve significantly improved operating leverage as these initiatives drive efficiency, AI-assisted decision making, and support future growth. Turning to insurance revenue growth. Belmont Core gross written premium was $117 million for the quarter, up 7% year-over-year. Through the first half, Belmont Core gross written premium was $214 million, up 3% versus last year, still well below our rolling growth targets. Growth was led by Valiant Re, which was up 79%, and Collectibles, which was up 14%.

Jay Brown

Penn-America also returned to growth, increasing 2% during the quarter after two consecutive quarters of declines, an encouraging result against a more competitive E&S market backdrop. The broader E&S market is becoming more competitive as admitted capacity expands and rate momentum moderates. We are extremely focused on not chasing volume at the expense of profitability. Instead, we are staying disciplined and leaning for growth into those areas of the portfolio, including Valiant Re, Collectibles, and our new venture pipeline that are less exposed to cyclical competitive pressures. Excellent future results are dependent on making sure this is an execution reality versus not just words. Within specialty products, legacy programs are also pressured by admitted carriers and MGAs. But we continue to see opportunity in the programs we want to retain and new programs expected to launch later this year.

Jay Brown

Our retail and consumer-focused businesses continue to expand distribution with more than 700 retail agent appointments year to date. Collectibles grew 14% while continuing to deliver excellent underwriting results. And Vacant Express delivered 5% growth despite challenging property market conditions and are no longer offering a California admitted property product. Our new venture initiatives continue to advance, including aging services and specialty casualty. We have recruited very talented leaders for our team to establish these new offerings. Both will be important medium-term growth opportunities with product formation work progressing through the end of this year. Valiant Re remains on track for the year following strong growth in the first half. We continue to expand the portfolio thoughtfully, including the addition of new property quota share relationships while maintaining underwriting discipline and exiting underperforming treaties where appropriate.

Jay Brown

Sayata is our digital distribution platform connecting agents and carriers in small commercial insurance and continued to make progress in the first half, with submissions increasing 8.5%, expanded carrier participation, and the launch of Excess Cyber. Just as importantly, operational efficiency continues to improve with automation initiatives reducing average daily tickets volume by more than 22%. These productivity gains, combined with enhancements to their leadership team, position the platform for improved operating leverage over time. On the technology front, the Penn-America Pro build is nearing launch, with testing substantially complete and deployment still targeted for a September go live. More broadly, the Kaleidoscope platform continues to be prepared to expand across our portfolio and remains a key driver of future scalability, efficiency, and robust partner connectivity.

Jay Brown

The next phase of Kaleidoscope work will focus on Vacant Express and Collectibles with broader application to new ventures and partner API connectivity in 2027. This remains a significant near-term lift for the teams, but it is foundational to our operating model and future scalability. Stepping back, we continue to remain very confident in the underlying quality of our business. Loss ratio performance remains strong. Our portfolio continues to diversify, and we are navigating a more competitive E&S market with discipline. We continue to expect Belmont Core gross premium for the full year to finish approximately 15% above 2025 levels, while investment income should benefit from rising portfolio yields approaching 4.9% by year end. With that, I'll turn it over to Brian to walk through the key financial details.

Brian Riley

Thank you, Jay. Net income was $11.1 million for the second quarter, up 8% compared to $10.3 million in 2025. For the year, net income is at $15.3 million, compared to $6.4 million in 2025. Starting with investments. Investment income for the second quarter was $16.4 million, compared to $14.7 million in 2025. For 2026, this includes income on a mark-to-market adjustment of $2.3 million on limited partnership interests. Excluding income of limited partnerships, investment income was $14.1 million in the second quarter, compared to $15.3 million in 2025, driven by a higher allocation of the fixed income portfolio to U.S. Treasuries. As for the first six months, net income was $28.6 million compared to $29.5 million in 2025. Excluding the impact of income related to limited partnerships, investment income was $28.3 million compared to $30.2 million, also driven by an increased allocation to U.S. Treasuries.

Brian Riley

The current book yield on the fixed income portfolio increased to 4.42% with an average duration of 1.08 years as of June 30, 2026, compared to 4.27% book yield and duration of 1.01 years as of December 31, 2025, resulting from reinvestment of $177 million of maturities at 5.45% that had an average yield of 4.26%. As Jay noted, we expect this reinvestment trend to continue, targeting book yield of 4.9% by December 31, 2026. The average credit quality of the fixed income portfolio remains at AA-. Moving to underwriting income. For the second quarter, accident year underwriting income increased by 3% to $5.8 million, driven by 4% growth in earned premiums and a combined ratio of 94.7. Our loss ratio for the quarter remains strong at 53.8%. A 1.8 point improvement over 2025, driven by catastrophe loss ratio performance.

Brian Riley

As Jay noted, the elevated expense ratio of 40.9% is driven by personnel costs related to build-out of products on the Katalyx platform. As for the year, and similar to the second quarter, accident year underwriting income increased by 3% to $11.2 million, driven by 4% growth in earned premiums and a combined ratio of 94.8. Note that that comparison excludes the impact of California wildfires from the 2025 figures. Turning to premiums. Belmont Core's gross written premiums increased 7% to $117 million for the second quarter, and 3% to $214 million for the year. At the divisional level, starting with wholesale commercial Penn-America business, Penn-America, which focuses on Main Street small business, was up 2% for the quarter, an improvement over first quarter, which was down 5%.

Brian Riley

These trends continue to reflect maintaining pricing and return standards amidst the competitive market, as Jay mentioned, demonstrated by an overall flat rate change for the first half of the year and continued strong loss ratios. We continue to adjust our products to grow the business with the goal of maintaining our loss ratio. Valiant Re, our assumed reinsurance business is up 79% to $21.5 million for the second quarter, and 43% to $32.7 million for the first six months of 2026. As three new treaties were added during the quarter, the number of in-force treaties has increased to 22 at June 30, 2026. Vacant Express is up 6% to $13.1 million for the second quarter, and 5% to $24.5 million for the first six months of 2026. Collectibles is up 14% to $4.8 million for the second quarter, and 13% to $9.4 million for the year.

Brian Riley

Last, specialty products did experience a decline of 36% to $7.8 million during the second quarter, and 21% to $15.5 million for the year, primarily driven by terminated products. Excluding the terminated business, gross written premiums on the 11 ongoing programs is only down 1%. In closing, I have five takeaways. One, we are on track to achieve growth of 15% in gross written premiums. Two, although we are seeing increased competition in the marketplace, we are optimistic about our future underwriting performance given the positioning of our current products and our loss ratio performance for the last three and a half accident years.

Brian Riley

Three, our investment portfolio remains positioned to invest in longer duration maturities at higher yields. Four, our book reserves remain solidly above our current actuarial indications. Five, discretionary capital, which we consider to be the amount of consolidated equity in excess of that required to maintain the strongest levels for the rating agencies, is $302 million at June 30, 2026. Thank you. We will now take your questions.

Operator

Ladies and gentlemen, we will now begin the question and answer session. If you would like to ask a question, please press *1 on your telephone keypad to join the queue. If you would like to withdraw your questions, simply press star one again. If you are called upon to ask your question and are listening via loudspeaker on your device, please pick up your handset and ensure that your phone is not on mute when asking your question. Your first question comes from the line of Tom Kerr from Zacks SCR. Please go ahead.

Tom Kerr

Good morning, guys. Several quick ones. On the expense ratio, I think we all know why it's elevated, all the spending. What is the timing, or has the timing changed in when that gets back to normal? Is that a gradual occurrence in 2027, or does it happen like a cliff? How do we look about when it gets back to what you think is normal?

Jay Brown

It will accelerate rapidly during 2027, and I would expect by the latter half of 2028, we'll be back to more normal levels.

Tom Kerr

Okay. It's a 2028 issue, the normal levels? Okay.

Jay Brown

At the end of the year, it'll be kind of an eight-quarter rollout change that you'll see very clearly as we go through the year.

Tom Kerr

Got it. Did you guys give a new level of discretionary capital? Sorry if I missed that.

Brian Riley

Yep. $302 million, Tom.

Tom Kerr

Okay. One more kind of big picture question about AI. Are you guys using traditional or new AI in any areas of the business? Is it claims or fraud detection or underwriting, or have you even started using AI in some form?

Jay Brown

That's a broad question. The entire employee population is being brought up the curve individually and collectively with AI skills. That's a process that we began at the beginning of the year. We're starting to see isolated examples of significant efficiencies that are being gained. The larger programs in terms of AI, assisting our underwriters in making better decisions, and our claims officers in establishing more accurate settlement levels are in development, have yet to be fully deployed, though we're testing them in different aspects at this point in time. The underwriting will follow very shortly after the end of the year when Kaleidoscope is fully deployed across our existing direct product capabilities for Collectibles assumed, and Penn-America wholesale business, all of which have AI developments underway that will affect their business fairly significantly as we start to move through 2027.

Jay Brown

It is early to declare any kind of significant victories. I would say that our viewpoint of looking forward is we are incredibly optimistic of the wide range of places that will impact the company. It's too early. It'll become so integrated with the company probably in a year or two, we won't be talking about it because it'll have overtaken our entire company during that time period.

Tom Kerr

Got it. All right, thanks. I will jump back in the queue.

Operator

Your next question comes from Ross Haberman from RLH Investments. Please go ahead.

Ross Haberman

Morning, Jay. How are you? I just wanted to go back to this earlier question. Was he referring to what you call your acquisition costs and other operating expenses, that $41 million in the quarter? If I understand it right, that number is going to ramp up, you said, through 2027, is that correct?

Jay Brown

No, he was actually trying to get the point that it's risen over the last 24 months as we've increased our expenses in development. What I view right now is we're at the pivot point where our expenses have started to level off and will start coming down as a percentage. It affects both acquisition costs and operating expenses. Our acquisition cost is a function of the different lines of business we're in. As we write more Valiant Re business, our commission percentage will be going up as a percentage as you look at the total, while our operating expense, personnel-related expenses, will be coming down as a percentage of the total. The goal is to get back roughly into the 36 range within a two-year period. That hasn't changed.

Ross Haberman

Temporary loss and you recovered it. Could you explain what happened there?

Jay Brown

I'm sorry, Ross, we lost you for a minute. Could you repeat the question?

Ross Haberman

You talked about a $2.3 million limited partnership, I think it was a loss or a temporary loss. Could you explain what happened there?

Brian Riley

Yeah. It's a fair value mark-to-market adjustment loss in the first quarter of $2.3 million that reversed in the second quarter fully. For the year, the fair value change on the limited partnership was zero.

Ross Haberman

Can I ask what kind of investments that includes?

Brian Riley

It's our limited partnership funds that we disclose in our 10-Q. It's a global international fund. It's really down to about $1 million at this point.

Ross Haberman

Do you plan to stay in it?

Brian Riley

Limited partnership.

Ross Haberman

Is that equity or debt or a combination, or what?

Brian Riley

The underlying security is in equity.

Ross Haberman

Okay. Do you plan to stay in it or reduce it, or what?

Brian Riley

We expect to be out of it by the end of the year.

Ross Haberman

Got it. Just one last question. I know it's not your direct lines of business, but do you have any indirect or direct experience to the Middle East risks or Gen Re exposure there to the Middle East conflict?

Jay Brown

No. To the best of our knowledge, we're 100% domestic in the United States at this point in time.

Ross Haberman

Okay. Just one final question I know I ask every quarter. Has your board changed their mind and decided to use some of your excess capital to buy back shares yet?

Jay Brown

Not that I'm aware of.

Ross Haberman

Okay. Thank you, guys. Enjoy the rest of the summer.

Operator

Your next question comes from Tom Kerr from Zacks. Please go ahead.

Tom Kerr

Just a quick follow-up. I think you said it's possible to get 15% gross premium growth on an annual basis in 2026 compared to 2025.

Jay Brown

That is still our belief, that we'll have a pretty good shot at getting there by the end of the year. I know it's hard to believe, given we only have modest growth in the first half, because of the composition of the different products growing at very different rates, we still think that's a reasonable target for the year.

Tom Kerr

Okay. I was just confirming, that implies super strong double-digit premium growth in the second half of the year.

Jay Brown

Yep. Your math tracks with mine.

Brian Riley

Correct.

Tom Kerr

Okay. All right. Thanks. That's all I have. I'll jump back.

Brian Riley

Yeah.

Operator

We will now move to our web questions. Please go ahead.

Evan Kasowitz

Thank you, operator. The first web question is from Ashok Mehta. What are the updated plans and timeline for use of the significant excess capital? What type of ROE can the company as a whole generate when this excess capital is fully deployed?

Jay Brown

If you look at our current book of business, what we've tried to do is produce some supplementary statistics to GAAP, where we remove both the excess capital and the investment earnings on excess capital. Brian, why don't you give the update of where those numbers are currently?

Brian Riley

Yeah. On the adjusted ROEs, when you take out invested capital and really focus on after-tax operating income, is nearing 13%.

Jay Brown

The second part of your question really is when does that occur? We have internal plans to utilize that capital through additional products and expansion of the products we're currently offering. I would expect it would be probably a two and a half year ramp up to fully utilize all the excess capital with our current plans.

Evan Kasowitz

Thank you. The next question is from Joel Straka. For the portion of your investment portfolio funded with shareholders' equity, do you expect one-year duration fixed income to be actual, not reported inflation? Would it make sense to own some energy or precious metal companies that would hedge inflation? What's your investment plan if the government represses short-term interest rates?

Jay Brown

That's a pretty complex question. We are ideally positioned to reallocate in almost any direction, given the short duration of our portfolio. Our investment committee is driven by three of our board members and outside advisors. They are continuing to be very opportunistic in the short term. I think I would agree with you. As we're looking out over the future for the next 18 to 24 months, adding in some hedges against pure inflation pressures is probably called for. Certainly I will make sure that's relayed to our investment committee.

Evan Kasowitz

How is this on the webcast?

Operator

No further questions. There are no further questions at this time, and I will now turn the call back over to Evan Kasowitz for the closing remarks. Please go ahead.

Evan Kasowitz

Thank you, operator. This concludes our 2026 second quarter earnings call. We look forward to speaking with you about our third quarter 2026 results. Thank you.

Operator

Ladies and gentlemen, this concludes today's call. We thank you for participating, and you may now disconnect.

Investor releaseQuarter not tagged2026-07-28

Global Indemnity Group Q2 2026 Earnings Release & Conference Call

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WILMINGTON, Del., July 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Indemnity Group, LLC (NASDAQ:GBLI) (“GBLI”) announced today that it will release its second quarter 2026 earnings results before market open on Wednesday, August 5, 2026. GBLI will hold an earnings call to discuss second quarter 2026 results on Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Eastern. The earnings call will be webcast on GBLI’s website at www.gbli.com. Investors and analysts interested in asking representatives of GBLI’s management questions regarding second quarter 2026 results may do so by dialing +1 (800) 715-9871 and using Conference ID 7112404 or by submitting written questions through the webcast. About Global Indemnity Group, LLC and its subsidiaries Global Indemnity Group, LLC (Nasdaq: GBLI) is a publicly traded holding company with a diversified portfolio of property and casualty insurance-related entities. Katalyx Holdings LLC includes: Four agencies focused on sourcing, underwriting, and servicing primary and assumed reinsurance business: Penn-America Insurance Services, LLC; Valyn Re LLC; J.H. Ferguson & Associates, LLC (including Vacant Express); and Collectibles Insurance Services, LLC. Three specialized insurance service businesses: Kaleidoscope Insurance Technologies, Inc., a developer of proprietary underwriting and policy systems supporting Katalyx’s agencies and broader digital initiatives; Sayata, an AI-enabled digital marketplace and agency for small commercial insurance; and Liberty Insurance Adjustment Agency, Inc., a provider of claims evaluation, adjustment, and related services. Belmont Holdings GX, Inc. consists of five statutory insurance carriers, each rated “A” (Excellent) by AM Best:Penn-America Insurance Company, United National Insurance Company, Penn-Patriot Insurance Company, Diamond State Insurance Company, and Penn-Star Insurance Company. For more information, visit the Company’s website at www.gbli.com. Forward-Looking Information The forward-looking statements in this press release are made pursuant to the “safe harbor” provisions of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in such statements. These statements are based on management’s current expectations and information available as of the date of this release. Factors that co…Read full document

WILMINGTON, Del., July 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Indemnity Group, LLC (NASDAQ:GBLI) (“GBLI”) announced today that it will release its second quarter 2026 earnings results before market open on Wednesday, August 5, 2026. GBLI will hold an earnings call to discuss second quarter 2026 results on Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Eastern. The earnings call will be webcast on GBLI’s website at www.gbli.com. Investors and analysts interested in asking representatives of GBLI’s management questions regarding second quarter 2026 results may do so by dialing +1 (800) 715-9871 and using Conference ID 7112404 or by submitting written questions through the webcast. About Global Indemnity Group, LLC and its subsidiaries Global Indemnity Group, LLC (Nasdaq: GBLI) is a publicly traded holding company with a diversified portfolio of property and casualty insurance-related entities. Katalyx Holdings LLC includes: Four agencies focused on sourcing, underwriting, and servicing primary and assumed reinsurance business: Penn-America Insurance Services, LLC; Valyn Re LLC; J.H. Ferguson & Associates, LLC (including Vacant Express); and Collectibles Insurance Services, LLC. Three specialized insurance service businesses: Kaleidoscope Insurance Technologies, Inc., a developer of proprietary underwriting and policy systems supporting Katalyx’s agencies and broader digital initiatives; Sayata, an AI-enabled digital marketplace and agency for small commercial insurance; and Liberty Insurance Adjustment Agency, Inc., a provider of claims evaluation, adjustment, and related services. Belmont Holdings GX, Inc. consists of five statutory insurance carriers, each rated “A” (Excellent) by AM Best:Penn-America Insurance Company, United National Insurance Company, Penn-Patriot Insurance Company, Diamond State Insurance Company, and Penn-Star Insurance Company. For more information, visit the Company’s website at www.gbli.com. Forward-Looking Information The forward-looking statements in this press release are made pursuant to the “safe harbor” provisions of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in such statements. These statements are based on management’s current expectations and information available as of the date of this release. Factors that could cause actual results to differ include, among others, risks related to the timing and execution of the Company’s strategy, and other operational or strategic risks. Additional details regarding these and other risks and uncertainties can be found in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Global Indemnity undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.

Investor releaseQuarter not tagged2026-06-03

Global Indemnity Group, LLC Announces Quarterly Distribution

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WILMINGTON, Del., June 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Indemnity Group, LLC (NASDAQ:GBLI) (“GBLI”) announced that its Board of Directors has approved a distribution payment of $0.35 per common share to be paid on June 29, 2026 to all shareholders of record as of the close of business on June 18, 2026. About Global Indemnity Group, LLC and its subsidiaries Global Indemnity Group, LLC (Nasdaq: GBLI) is a publicly traded holding company with a diversified portfolio of property and casualty insurance-related entities. Katalyx Holdings LLC includes: Four agencies focused on sourcing, underwriting, and servicing primary and assumed reinsurance business: Penn-America Insurance Services, LLC; Valyn Re LLC; J.H. Ferguson & Associates, LLC (including Vacant Express); and Collectibles Insurance Services, LLC. Three specialized insurance service businesses: Kaleidoscope Insurance Technologies, Inc., a developer of proprietary underwriting and policy systems supporting Katalyx’s agencies and broader digital initiatives; Sayata, an AI-enabled digital marketplace and agency for small commercial insurance; and Liberty Insurance Adjustment Agency, Inc., a provider of claims evaluation, adjustment, and related services. Belmont Holdings GX, Inc. consists of five statutory insurance carriers, each rated “A” (Excellent) by AM Best:Penn-America Insurance Company, United National Insurance Company, Penn-Patriot Insurance Company, Diamond State Insurance Company, and Penn-Star Insurance Company. For more information, visit the Company’s website at www.gbli.com. Forward-Looking Information The forward-looking statements in this press release are made pursuant to the “safe harbor” provisions of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in such statements. These statements are based on management’s current expectations and information available as of the date of this release. Factors that could cause actual results to differ include, among others, risks related to the timing and execution of the Company’s strategy, and other operational or strategic risks. Additional details regarding these and other risks and uncertainties can be found in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Global Indemnity undertakes no obligation to updat…Read full document

WILMINGTON, Del., June 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Indemnity Group, LLC (NASDAQ:GBLI) (“GBLI”) announced that its Board of Directors has approved a distribution payment of $0.35 per common share to be paid on June 29, 2026 to all shareholders of record as of the close of business on June 18, 2026. About Global Indemnity Group, LLC and its subsidiaries Global Indemnity Group, LLC (Nasdaq: GBLI) is a publicly traded holding company with a diversified portfolio of property and casualty insurance-related entities. Katalyx Holdings LLC includes: Four agencies focused on sourcing, underwriting, and servicing primary and assumed reinsurance business: Penn-America Insurance Services, LLC; Valyn Re LLC; J.H. Ferguson & Associates, LLC (including Vacant Express); and Collectibles Insurance Services, LLC. Three specialized insurance service businesses: Kaleidoscope Insurance Technologies, Inc., a developer of proprietary underwriting and policy systems supporting Katalyx’s agencies and broader digital initiatives; Sayata, an AI-enabled digital marketplace and agency for small commercial insurance; and Liberty Insurance Adjustment Agency, Inc., a provider of claims evaluation, adjustment, and related services. Belmont Holdings GX, Inc. consists of five statutory insurance carriers, each rated “A” (Excellent) by AM Best:Penn-America Insurance Company, United National Insurance Company, Penn-Patriot Insurance Company, Diamond State Insurance Company, and Penn-Star Insurance Company. For more information, visit the Company’s website at www.gbli.com. Forward-Looking Information The forward-looking statements in this press release are made pursuant to the “safe harbor” provisions of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in such statements. These statements are based on management’s current expectations and information available as of the date of this release. Factors that could cause actual results to differ include, among others, risks related to the timing and execution of the Company’s strategy, and other operational or strategic risks. Additional details regarding these and other risks and uncertainties can be found in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Global Indemnity undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.

Investor releaseQuarter not tagged2026-05-06

Global Indemnity Group Q1 Earnings Call Highlights

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Global Indemnity reported a strong underwriting quarter with a 94.9% combined ratio producing $5.5 million of underwriting profit and $8.3 million of operating income versus a $4.1 million loss a year earlier (excluding the prior-year California wildfire, operating income was up ~2%). Premiums were essentially flat as the competitive E&S market pressured growth—gross written premiums were $96.5 million versus $98.7 million—but management expects Belmont core gross premium growth of 15–20% for 2026 and sees wholesale commercial reaching high-single-digit growth by year-end. The investment portfolio remains defensive: a short-duration, high-quality fixed-income book with an average duration of ~one year and a book yield of 4.3%, generating $12.2 million net investment income after a recoverable $2.3 million partnership mark-to-market loss, and the company reported $290 million of discretionary capital. Interested in Global Indemnity Group, LLC? Here are five stocks we like better. 5 Undervalued Stocks To Secure Your High Yield Portfolio Global Indemnity Group (NASDAQ:GBLI) reported what Chief Executive Jay Brown described as a “clean and straightforward” first quarter of 2026, aided by the absence of a major catastrophe loss and supported by continued underwriting profitability and steady investment income from a short-duration fixed income portfolio. Brown said underlying insurance operating trends “stayed very strong and consistent” with results delivered over the past four years. The company posted an accident quarter combined ratio of 94.9%, producing $5.5 million of underwriting profit. Brown noted the performance was consistent with prior quarters, aside from the impact of the California wildfire in the year-ago period. → Roblox Stock Slides to New Low as Safety Changes Weigh on Outlook On the call, management also highlighted steady loss performance. The company reported a quarterly loss ratio of 54.8%, compared with 71.5% in the first quarter of 2025, which included the California wildfire. Chief Financial Officer Brian Riley said that excluding the wildfire, the 2026 loss ratio was “in line with 2025” as the company maintained underwriting discipline amid heightened competition. The expense ratio was 40%. The company reported operating income of $8.3 million, which excludes the after-tax impact of market losses on investments. That compared with a $4.…Read full document

Global Indemnity reported a strong underwriting quarter with a 94.9% combined ratio producing $5.5 million of underwriting profit and $8.3 million of operating income versus a $4.1 million loss a year earlier (excluding the prior-year California wildfire, operating income was up ~2%). Premiums were essentially flat as the competitive E&S market pressured growth—gross written premiums were $96.5 million versus $98.7 million—but management expects Belmont core gross premium growth of 15–20% for 2026 and sees wholesale commercial reaching high-single-digit growth by year-end. The investment portfolio remains defensive: a short-duration, high-quality fixed-income book with an average duration of ~one year and a book yield of 4.3%, generating $12.2 million net investment income after a recoverable $2.3 million partnership mark-to-market loss, and the company reported $290 million of discretionary capital. Interested in Global Indemnity Group, LLC? Here are five stocks we like better. 5 Undervalued Stocks To Secure Your High Yield Portfolio Global Indemnity Group (NASDAQ:GBLI) reported what Chief Executive Jay Brown described as a “clean and straightforward” first quarter of 2026, aided by the absence of a major catastrophe loss and supported by continued underwriting profitability and steady investment income from a short-duration fixed income portfolio. Brown said underlying insurance operating trends “stayed very strong and consistent” with results delivered over the past four years. The company posted an accident quarter combined ratio of 94.9%, producing $5.5 million of underwriting profit. Brown noted the performance was consistent with prior quarters, aside from the impact of the California wildfire in the year-ago period. → Roblox Stock Slides to New Low as Safety Changes Weigh on Outlook On the call, management also highlighted steady loss performance. The company reported a quarterly loss ratio of 54.8%, compared with 71.5% in the first quarter of 2025, which included the California wildfire. Chief Financial Officer Brian Riley said that excluding the wildfire, the 2026 loss ratio was “in line with 2025” as the company maintained underwriting discipline amid heightened competition. The expense ratio was 40%. The company reported operating income of $8.3 million, which excludes the after-tax impact of market losses on investments. That compared with a $4.1 million loss in the first quarter of 2025. Management said that excluding the 2025 California wildfires, operating income of $8.3 million was up 2% versus $8.1 million in the prior-year quarter. → The Real SpaceX Play: 5 Chip Stocks Powering the IPO Before It Launches Brown pointed to a notable external dynamic: a decline in available business in the excess and surplus (E&S) market. He said the company’s reported premium growth was essentially flat year over year, and attributed much of the pressure to wholesale commercial pricing competition, including admitted market carriers reentering property segments. Gross written premiums were $96.5 million in the quarter, compared with $98.7 million a year earlier. Riley said that excluding terminated projects, gross written premiums were “basically flat.” → 3 Emerging Markets ETFs to Maximize Exposure to High-Potential Countries By division, Riley described mixed results: Wholesale commercial (Penn-America) gross written premiums declined 5% for the quarter, reflecting maintained pricing and return standards in a more competitive property market. Riley added that overall property rate change was flat, while loss ratios remained strong. Collectibles grew 13%, and Vacant Express grew 5%, which Riley attributed to continued agency expansion. Valian Re (assumed reinsurance, newly branded) assumed gross written premiums increased 3% to $11.2 million. Specialty Products grew 2% overall and was up 21% excluding terminated project products. Responding to a question from Zacks SCR analyst Tom Kerr about how the company could still forecast strong growth as the E&S market slows, Brown said the company is using multiple indicators, including stamping office data, and believes the broader E&S market “has stopped expanding at this point in time.” However, Brown said the company expects a mix-driven pickup across divisions and additional product capabilities in assumed reinsurance to support growth. He reiterated management’s expectation that Belmont core gross premium should grow 15% to 20% for full-year 2026. Brown added that wholesale commercial was down in the first quarter, was flat in April, and is expected to reach “high single digits growth by year-end” for that division. Brown also addressed exposure in California, calling the insurance environment there “crazy.” He said the company “tries to pick our spaces” in the state and noted that Vacant Express moved from admitted to non-admitted in mid-2025 after the company could not obtain needed rate increases. Brown said that because other carriers continue to offer competitive admitted products in that segment, the company has seen a “very substantial” drop in Vacant Express volume in California. He added the company is “essentially out of the homeowners market,” with remaining exposure primarily in wholesale commercial and, to some extent, collectibles. On investments, Brown said the company’s short-duration bond portfolio generated $14.5 million of net investment income. He also cited a $2.3 million short-term market value loss tied to a small investment partnership, resulting in total net investment income of $12.2 million, down from $14.8 million in the prior-year quarter. Management emphasized that the portfolio remains defensively positioned, with Brown citing an “extremely short duration” of about one year and “very high-quality fixed income holdings.” Riley said the fixed income portfolio’s current book yield was 4.3% with an average duration of approximately one year as of March 31, and average credit quality of AA-minus. He added that reinvested assets during the quarter were primarily in U.S. Treasuries. Riley also discussed first-quarter mark-to-market adjustments, including a $2.2 million loss on equities and the $2.3 million limited partnership market value loss. He said the limited partnership loss is expected to fully recover in the second quarter, noting the company books limited partnership results on a one-quarter lag and is “certain of the recovery.” In response to a question from RLH Investments analyst Ross Haberman, management said there is “no further exposure” to private debt or private debt funds. In a separate exchange about interest rate volatility, Brown said a recent spike in rates tied to Middle East conflict was “not substantial enough to make a fundamental change” to the portfolio, adding that it is difficult for long-term investors to market-time single events. Brown provided an update on the company’s Kaleidoscope technology platform, saying the core cloud-based full-cycle policy administration platform is “now virtually complete,” with remaining work focused on moving wholesale commercial, Vacant, and Collectibles onto the platform. He said management remains confident all three direct product groups will be fully integrated and operating by year-end, and that the platform will also support extension to new product teams the company has begun recruiting. Riley said booked reserves remain “solidly above our current actuarial indications” and reported discretionary capital of $290 million as of March 31, 2026, which he defined as consolidated equity in excess of amounts required to maintain the strongest rating agency levels. On capital management, Brown responded to a webcast question about whether slower industry pricing and premium growth affects the company’s share repurchase approach, saying it does not “at least for this year.” He said the company expects to utilize excess capacity through growth during 2026, and if that does not occur, the board would reevaluate its stance on investing in the business. Brown also addressed a question on executive retention awards and share issuance, confirming the company issued 230,000 shares tied to A-2 shares granted to a select group of employees. He described the awards as non-dividend paying and structured to have value only if a change in control occurs while the employee remains with the company, calling it a “strong option-type tool.” Brown said he does not expect any material additional grants in 2026, absent replacement grants tied to staffing changes. Global Indemnity Group (NASDAQ: GBLI) is a specialty property and casualty insurance holding company headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey. Through its subsidiaries, the company focuses on underwriting commercial niche insurance products designed to meet the needs of small to mid-sized businesses and select specialty markets. Its approach centers on disciplined underwriting, customized policy structures and targeted distribution channels to address coverage gaps often underserved by standard carriers. The company's product portfolio encompasses surety and fidelity bonds, workers' compensation, general liability, commercial auto, professional liability and environmental liability. The article "Global Indemnity Group Q1 Earnings Call Highlights" was originally published by MarketBeat.

Investor releaseQuarter not tagged2026-05-05

Global Indemnity: Q1 Earnings Snapshot

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WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — Global Indemnity PLC (GBLI) on Tuesday reported net income of $4.2 million in its first quarter. The Wilmington, Delaware-based company said it had net income of 29 cents per share. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring costs and investment costs, were 57 cents per share. The insurance and reinsurance holding company posted revenue of $109.2 million in the period. _____ This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on GBLI at https://www.zacks.com/ap/GBLI

Investor releaseQuarter not tagged2026-05-05

Global Indemnity Group, LLC Reports First Quarter 2026 Financial Results

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Operating Income of $8.3 Million and Current Accident Year Combined Ratio of 94.9% Demonstrate Continued Underlying Underwriting Profitability on 5.4% Growth in Net Earned Premiums WILMINGTON, Del., May 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Indemnity Group, LLC (Nasdaq: GBLI) (the "Company") today reported financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2026. Operating income was $8.3 million, or $0.57 per share, compared to an operating loss of $4.1 million, or ($0.30) per share in 2025. Net income available to common shareholders was $4.1 million, or $0.29 per share, compared to a net loss of $4.1 million, or ($0.30) per share in 2025. Current accident year underwriting income increased to $5.5 million in 2026, growth of 4% over 2025 excluding the California Wildfires, with a 54.8% loss ratio and a 94.9% combined ratio. Pretax Adjusted Operating Contribution of $20.0 million and Adjusted Return on Equity of 12.5% were in line with prior year. Highlights of Consolidated Results for the Three Months Ended March 31, 2026 As-Reported Operating Performance Operating income of $8.3 million, or $0.57 per share, compared to an operating loss of $4.1 million, or ($0.30) per share, in 2025. Net income available to common shareholders of $4.1 million, or $0.29 per share, compared to a net loss of $4.1 million, or ($0.30) per share, in 2025. Both measures for 2025 included $12.2 million of after-tax loss from the January 2025 California Wildfires ("California Wildfires"). Calendar year combined ratio improved 16.6 points to 95.1% compared to 111.7% in 2025, driven primarily by the impact of the California Wildfires in 2025. The loss ratio remains strong at 54.8% driving underwriting income. Operating Performance (excluding California Wildfires) Current accident year underwriting income grew 4% to $5.5 million compared to $5.3 million in 2025 supported by 5.4% growth in net earned premiums to $98.4 million. Current accident year combined ratio of 94.9% was in line with 94.8% in 2025 reflecting stable underlying loss experience and a stable expense ratio. Operating income of $8.3 million, or $0.57 per share, compared to $8.1 million, or $0.57 per share, in 2025. Investment Results Net investment income of $12.2 million compared to $14.8 million in 2025 reflecting a $2.3 million market value decline on a single limited partnership position for which the Company expe…Read full document

Operating Income of $8.3 Million and Current Accident Year Combined Ratio of 94.9% Demonstrate Continued Underlying Underwriting Profitability on 5.4% Growth in Net Earned Premiums WILMINGTON, Del., May 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Indemnity Group, LLC (Nasdaq: GBLI) (the "Company") today reported financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2026. Operating income was $8.3 million, or $0.57 per share, compared to an operating loss of $4.1 million, or ($0.30) per share in 2025. Net income available to common shareholders was $4.1 million, or $0.29 per share, compared to a net loss of $4.1 million, or ($0.30) per share in 2025. Current accident year underwriting income increased to $5.5 million in 2026, growth of 4% over 2025 excluding the California Wildfires, with a 54.8% loss ratio and a 94.9% combined ratio. Pretax Adjusted Operating Contribution of $20.0 million and Adjusted Return on Equity of 12.5% were in line with prior year. Highlights of Consolidated Results for the Three Months Ended March 31, 2026 As-Reported Operating Performance Operating income of $8.3 million, or $0.57 per share, compared to an operating loss of $4.1 million, or ($0.30) per share, in 2025. Net income available to common shareholders of $4.1 million, or $0.29 per share, compared to a net loss of $4.1 million, or ($0.30) per share, in 2025. Both measures for 2025 included $12.2 million of after-tax loss from the January 2025 California Wildfires ("California Wildfires"). Calendar year combined ratio improved 16.6 points to 95.1% compared to 111.7% in 2025, driven primarily by the impact of the California Wildfires in 2025. The loss ratio remains strong at 54.8% driving underwriting income. Operating Performance (excluding California Wildfires) Current accident year underwriting income grew 4% to $5.5 million compared to $5.3 million in 2025 supported by 5.4% growth in net earned premiums to $98.4 million. Current accident year combined ratio of 94.9% was in line with 94.8% in 2025 reflecting stable underlying loss experience and a stable expense ratio. Operating income of $8.3 million, or $0.57 per share, compared to $8.1 million, or $0.57 per share, in 2025. Investment Results Net investment income of $12.2 million compared to $14.8 million in 2025 reflecting a $2.3 million market value decline on a single limited partnership position for which the Company expects to record a full recovery in the second quarter of 2026 and an increased allocation to U.S. Treasuries. Total investment return of $6.7 million, or 1.9% annualized, compared to $19.3 million, or 5.4%, in 2025 primarily driven by mark-to-market adjustments on fixed income securities due to an increase in Treasury rates and which are expected to recover. Premium Growth Gross written premiums of $96.5 million compared to $98.7 million in 2025. Excluding terminated business in 2025, gross written premiums were down 0.7%. Wholesale Commercial: $61.5 million, down 5.2% from $64.9 million, reflects the Company maintaining pricing and return standards amidst competitive market conditions, particularly as regards property rate reductions. Wholesale Commercial’s property rate change was flat for the first quarter of 2026. Vacant Express: $11.5 million, up 4.9%, and Collectibles: $4.6 million, up 12.6%, driven by premium rate increases, new agency appointments, and organic growth from existing agents. Specialty Products: $7.7 million, up 2.4% from $7.6 million, with growth from new products and existing programs more than offsetting the impact of terminated business; excluding terminated products, Specialty Products grew 21.3%. Assumed Reinsurance: $11.2 million, compared to $10.9 million, reflecting new treaties incepting during 2025 and 2026. Capital Position and Book Value Common shareholders’ equity of $700.1 million at March 31, 2026 compared to $702.6 million at December 31, 2025; impacted by $2.6 million of unrealized losses, net of tax, within the fixed income portfolio due to an increase in Treasury rates. Book value per share of $47.92 at March 31, 2026 compared to $48.96 at December 31, 2025. The Company paid dividends of $5.1 million, or $0.35 per common share, during the quarter. Since its 2003 initial public offering, the Company has returned $654.6 million to shareholders, including $522.2 million in share repurchases and $132.4 million in dividends and distributions. About Global Indemnity Group, LLC Global Indemnity Group, LLC (Nasdaq: GBLI) is a publicly traded holding company with a diversified portfolio of property and casualty insurance-related entities. Katalyx Holdings LLC includes: Four agencies focused on sourcing, underwriting, and servicing primary and assumed reinsurance business: Penn-America Insurance Services, LLC; Valyn Re LLC; J.H. Ferguson & Associates, LLC (including Vacant Express); and Collectibles Insurance Services, LLC. Three specialized insurance service businesses: Kaleidoscope Insurance Technologies, Inc., a developer of proprietary underwriting and policy systems supporting Katalyx’s agencies and broader digital initiatives; Sayata, an AI-enabled digital marketplace and agency for small commercial insurance; and Liberty Insurance Adjustment Agency, Inc., a provider of claims evaluation, adjustment, and related services. Belmont Holdings GX, Inc. consists of five statutory insurance carriers, each rated “A” (Excellent) by AM Best: Penn-America Insurance Company, United National Insurance Company, Penn-Patriot Insurance Company, Diamond State Insurance Company, and Penn-Star Insurance Company. For more information, visit the Company’s website at www.gbli.com. Forward-Looking Statements The forward-looking statements in this press release are made pursuant to the “safe harbor” provisions of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in such statements. These statements are based on management’s current expectations and information available as of the date of this release. Factors that could cause actual results to differ include, among others, risks related to the timing and execution of the Company’s strategy, and other operational or strategic risks. Additional details regarding these and other risks and uncertainties can be found in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Global Indemnity undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances. Investor / Media Contact: Scott Eckstein / Patrick Federle KCSA Strategic Communications | (212) 896-1210 | [email protected]

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