Palomar Holdings, Inc. Reports Second Quarter 2025 Results
LA JOLLA, Calif., Aug. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Palomar Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:PLMR) ("Palomar" or "Company") reported net income of $46.5 million, or $1.68 per diluted share, for the second quarter of 2025 compared to net income of $25.7 million, or $1.00 per diluted share, for the second quarter of 2024. Adjusted net income(1) was $48.5 million, or $1.76 per diluted share, for the second quarter of 2025 as compared to $32.0 million, or $1.25 per diluted share, for the second quarter of 2024.
Second Quarter 2025 Highlights
Gross written premiums increased by 28.8% to $496.3 million compared to $385.2 million in the second quarter of 2024
Net income of $46.5 million compared to $25.7 million in the second quarter of 2024
Adjusted net income(1) increased 51.8% to $48.5 million compared to $32.0 million in the second quarter of 2024
Total loss ratio of 25.7% compared to 24.9% in the second quarter of 2024
Catastrophe loss ratio(1) of 0.0% compared to 2.8% in the second quarter of 2024
Combined ratio of 78.8% compared to 79.1% in the second quarter of 2024
Adjusted combined ratio(1) of 73.1% compared to 73.1%, in the second quarter of 2024
Adjusted combined ratio excluding catastrophe losses(1) of 73.1% compared to 70.3%, in the second quarter of 2024
Annualized return on equity of 22.7% compared to 19.9% in the second quarter of 2024
Annualized adjusted return on equity(1) of 23.7% compared to 24.7% in the second quarter of 2024
(1) See discussion of "Non-GAAP and Key Performance Indicators" below.
Mac Armstrong, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, commented, "Our second quarter results highlight the sustained execution of our Palomar 2X strategic imperative. We achieved strong top and bottom-line growth in the quarter as gross written premium grew 29% across our diverse portfolio and adjusted net income increased 52%. This strong growth underscores the strength of our product set and the efficacy of our balanced book of property and casualty and residential and commercial products. Our financial metrics were equally stout as we generated an adjusted combined ratio of 73%, and a 24% adjusted return on equity."
Mr. Armstrong continued, "Beyond our financial performance, we remain focused on achieving our 2025 strategic imperatives. Notably, the successful execution of our June 1 reinsurance program at an adjusted rate decrease of approximately 10% year-over-year should help drive consistent earnings the remainder of 2025 and into 2026. We continue to make investments across our organization, that enhance the talent and operational scale of our business and ultimately strengthen the near-term and long-term prospects of Palomar."
Underwriting Results
Gross written premiums increased 28.8% to $496.3 million compared to $385.2 million in the second quarter of 2024, while net earned premiums increased 47.2% compared to the prior year's second quarter.
Losses and loss adjustment expenses for the second quarter were $46.2 million, all attritional losses. The loss ratio for the quarter was 25.7%, comprised of an attritional loss ratio of 25.7% and a catastrophe loss ratio(1) of 0.0% compared to a loss ratio of 24.9% during the same period last year comprised of an attritional loss ratio of 22.1% and a catastrophe loss ratio(1) of 2.8%. Additionally, our second quarter results include $6.5 million of favorable prior year development primarily from our short tail Inland Marine and Other Property business.
Underwriting income(1) for the second quarter was $38.3 million resulting in a combined ratio of 78.8% compared to underwriting income of $25.6 million resulting in a combined ratio of 79.1% during the same period last year. The Company's adjusted underwriting income(1) was $48.4 million resulting in an adjusted combined ratio(1) of 73.1% in the second quarter compared to adjusted underwriting income(1) of $32.9 million and an adjusted combined ratio(1) of 73.1% during the same period last year. The Company's adjusted combined ratio excluding catastrophe losses(1) was 73.1% compared to 70.3% during the same period last year.
Investment ResultsNet investment income increased by 68.0% to $13.4 million compared to $8.0 million in the prior year's second quarter. The increase was primarily due to higher yields on invested assets and a higher average balance of investments held during the three months ended June 30, 2025 due to cash generated from operations and proceeds from the August 2024 public offering. The weighted average duration of the fixed-maturity investment portfolio, including cash equivalents, was 4.13 years at June 30, 2025. Cash and invested assets totaled $1.3 billion at June 30, 2025. During the second quarter, the Company recorded $8.3 million net realized and unrealized gains related to its investment portfolio as compared to net realized and unrealized gains of an immaterial amount during the same period last year.
Tax RateThe effective tax rate for the three months ended June 30, 2025 was 22.3% compared to 22.9% for the three months ended June 30, 2024. For the current quarter, the Company's income tax rate differed from the statutory rate due primarily to non-deductible executive compensation expense offset by the tax impact of the permanent component of employee stock options.
Stockholders' Equity and ReturnsStockholders' equity was $847.2 million at June 30, 2025, compared to $532.6 million at June 30, 2024. For the three months ended June 30, 2025, the Company's annualized return on equity was 22.7% compared to 19.9% for the same period in the prior year while adjusted return on equity(1) was 23.7% compared to 24.7% for the same period in the prior year.
Share Repurchase ProgramThe Company's Board of Directors approved a share repurchase program effective July 31, 2025. The program authorizes the repurchase by the Company of up to $150 million of its outstanding shares of common stock over the period ending on July 31, 2027. Under the share repurchase program, shares may be repurchased from time to time in the open market or negotiated transactions at prevailing market rates, or by other means in accordance with federal securities laws.
There is no guarantee as to the exact number or value of shares that will be repurchased by the Company, and the Company may discontinue repurchases at any time that management determines additional repurchases are not warranted. The timing and amount of share repurchases under the share repurchase program will depend on several factors, including the Company's stock price performance, ongoing capital planning considerations, general market conditions and applicable legal requirements.
Full Year 2025 OutlookFor the full year 2025, the Company expects to achieve adjusted net income of $198 million to $208 million, an increase from the previously announced range of $195 million to $205 million. This range includes an estimate of $8 million to $12 million of catastrophe losses for the remainder of the year.
Conference CallAs previously announced, Palomar will host a conference call Tuesday, August 5, 2025, to discuss its second quarter 2025 results at 12:00 p.m. (Eastern Time). The conference call can be accessed live by dialing 1-877-423-9813 or for international callers, 1-201-689-8573, and requesting to be joined to the Palomar Second Quarter 2025 Earnings Conference Call. A replay will be available starting at 4:00 p.m. (Eastern Time) on August 5, 2025, and can be accessed by dialing 1-844-512-2921, or for international callers, 1-412-317-6671. The passcode for the replay is 13754413. The replay will be available until 11:59 p.m. (Eastern Time) on August 12, 2025.
Interested investors and other parties may also listen to a simultaneous webcast of the conference call by logging onto the investor relations section of the Company's website at http://ir.palomarspecialty.com/. The online replay will remain available for a limited time beginning immediately following the call.
About Palomar Holdings, Inc.Palomar Holdings, Inc. is the holding company of subsidiaries Palomar Specialty Insurance Company ("PSIC"), Palomar Specialty Reinsurance Company Bermuda Ltd. ("PSRE"), Palomar Insurance Agency, Inc., Palomar Excess and Surplus Insurance Company ("PESIC"), Palomar Underwriters Exchange Organization, Inc. ("PUEO"), First Indemnity of America Insurance Co. ("FIA"), and Palomar Crop Insurance Services, Inc. ("PCIS"). Palomar's consolidated results also include Laulima Exchange ("Laulima"), a variable interest entity for which the Company is the primary beneficiary. Palomar is an innovative specialty insurer serving residential and commercial clients in five product categories: Earthquake, Inland Marine and Other Property, Casualty, Fronting, and Crop. Palomar's insurance subsidiaries, PSIC, PSRE, and PESIC, have a financial strength rating of "A" (Excellent) from A.M. Best. FIA carries an "A-" (Stable) rating from A.M. Best.
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Non-GAAP and Key Performance Indicators
Palomar discusses certain key performance indicators, described below, which provide useful information about the Company's business and the operational factors underlying the Company's financial performance.
Underwriting revenue is a non-GAAP financial measure defined as total revenue, excluding net investment income and net realized and unrealized gains and losses on investments. See "Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures" for a reconciliation of total revenue calculated in accordance with GAAP to underwriting revenue.
Underwriting income is a non-GAAP financial measure defined as income before income taxes excluding net investment income, net realized and unrealized gains and losses on investments, and interest expense. See "Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures" for a reconciliation of income before income taxes calculated in accordance with GAAP to underwriting income.
Adjusted net income is a non-GAAP financial measure defined as net income excluding the impact of certain items that may not be indicative of underlying business trends, operating results, or future outlook, net of tax impact. Palomar calculates the tax impact only on adjustments which would be included in calculating the Company's income tax expense using the estimated tax rate at which the company received a deduction for these adjustments. See "Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures" for a reconciliation of net income calculated in accordance with GAAP to adjusted net income.
Annualized Return on equity is net income expressed on an annualized basis as a percentage of average beginning and ending stockholders' equity during the period.
Annualized adjusted return on equity is a non-GAAP financial measure defined as adjusted net income expressed on an annualized basis as a percentage of average beginning and ending stockholders' equity during the period. See "Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures" for a reconciliation of return on equity calculated using unadjusted GAAP numbers to adjusted return on equity.
Loss ratio, expressed as a percentage, is the ratio of losses and loss adjustment expenses, to net earned premiums.
Expense ratio, expressed as a percentage, is the ratio of acquisition and other underwriting expenses, net of commission and other income to net earned premiums.
Combined ratio is defined as the sum of the loss ratio and the expense ratio. A combined ratio under 100% generally indicates an underwriting profit. A combined ratio over 100% generally indicates an underwriting loss.
Adjusted combined ratio is a non-GAAP financial measure defined as the sum of the loss ratio and the expense ratio calculated excluding the impact of certain items that may not be indicative of underlying business trends, operating results, or future outlook. See "Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures" for a reconciliation of combined ratio calculated using unadjusted GAAP numbers to adjusted combined ratio.
Diluted adjusted earnings per share is a non-GAAP financial measure defined as adjusted net income divided by the weighted-average common shares outstanding for the period, reflecting the dilution which could occur if equity-based awards are converted into common share equivalents as calculated using the treasury stock method. See "Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures" for a reconciliation of diluted earnings per share calculated in accordance with GAAP to diluted adjusted earnings per share.
Catastrophe loss ratio is a non-GAAP financial measure defined as the ratio of catastrophe losses to net earned premiums. See "Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures" for a reconciliation of loss ratio calculated using unadjusted GAAP numbers to catastrophe loss ratio.
Adjusted combined ratio excluding catastrophe losses is a non-GAAP financial measure defined as adjusted combined ratio excluding the impact of catastrophe losses. See "Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures" for a reconciliation of combined ratio calculated using unadjusted GAAP numbers to adjusted combined ratio excluding catastrophe losses.
Adjusted underwriting income is a non-GAAP financial measure defined as underwriting income excluding the impact of certain items that may not be indicative of underlying business trends, operating results, or future outlook. See "Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures" for a reconciliation of income before income taxes calculated in accordance with GAAP to adjusted underwriting income.
Tangible stockholders' equity is a non-GAAP financial measure defined as stockholders' equity less goodwill and intangible assets. See "Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures" for a reconciliation of stockholders' equity calculated in accordance with GAAP to tangible stockholders' equity.
Safe Harbor StatementPalomar cautions you that statements contained in this press release may regard matters that are not historical facts but are forward-looking statements. These statements are based on the company's current beliefs and expectations. The inclusion of forward-looking statements should not be regarded as a representation by Palomar that any of its plans will be achieved. Actual results may differ from those set forth in this press release due to the risks and uncertainties inherent in the Company's business. The forward-looking statements are typically, but not always, identified through use of the words "believe," "expect," "enable," "may," "will," "could," "intends," "estimate," "anticipate," "plan," "predict," "probable," "potential," "possible," "should," "continue," and other words of similar meaning. Actual results could differ materially from the expectations contained in forward-looking statements as a result of several factors, including unexpected expenditures and costs, unexpected results or delays in development and regulatory review, regulatory approval requirements, the frequency and severity of adverse events and competitive conditions. These and other factors that may result in differences are discussed in greater detail in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update such statements to reflect events that occur or circumstances that exist after the date hereof. All forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement, which is made under the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.
ContactMedia Inquiries Lindsay Conner 1-551-206-6217
Investor RelationsJamie Palomar Holdings, Inc.
Summary of Operating Results:
The following tables summarize the Company's results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2025 and 2024:
Three Months Ended
June 30,
2025
2024
Change
% Change
($ in thousands, except per share data)
Gross written premiums
$
496,288
$
385,184
$
111,104
28.8
%
Ceded written premiums
(266,506
)
(209,181
)
(57,325
)
27.4
%
Net written premiums
229,782
176,003
53,779
30.6
%
Net earned premiums
179,958
122,285
57,673
47.2
%
Commission and other income
1,677
792
885
111.7
%
Total underwriting revenue (1)
181,635
123,077
58,558
47.6
%
Losses and loss adjustment expenses
46,183
30,431
15,752
51.8
%
Acquisition expenses, net of ceding commissions and fronting fees
51,637
35,806
15,831
44.2
%
Other underwriting expenses
45,525
31,233
14,292
45.8
%
Underwriting income (1)
38,290
25,607
12,683
49.5
%
Interest expense
(86
)
(225
)
139
(61.8
)%
Net investment income
13,370
7,960
5,410
68.0
%
Net realized and unrealized gains on investments
8,306
32
8,274
NM
Income before income taxes
59,880
33,374
26,506
79.4
%
Income tax expense
13,352
7,645
5,707
74.7
%
Net income
$
46,528
$
25,729
$
20,799
80.8
%
Adjustments:
Net realized and unrealized gains on investments
(8,306
)
(32
)
(8,274
)
NM
Expenses associated with transactions
754
472
282
59.7
%
Stock-based compensation expense
5,347
3,968
1,379
34.8
%
Amortization of intangibles
1,346
389
957
246.0
%
Expenses associated with catastrophe bond
2,661
2,483
178
7.2
%
Tax impact
202
(1,029
)
1,231
(119.6
)%
Adjusted net income (1)
$
48,532
$
31,980
$
16,552
51.8
%
Key Financial and Operating Metrics
Annualized return on equity
22.7
%
19.9
%
Annualized adjusted return on equity (1)
23.7
%
24.7
%
Loss ratio
25.7
%
24.9
%
Expense ratio
53.1
%
54.2
%
Combined ratio
78.8
%
79.1
%
Adjusted combined ratio (1)
73.1
%
73.1
%
Diluted earnings per share
$
1.68
$
1.00
Diluted adjusted earnings per share (1)
$
1.76
$
1.25
Catastrophe losses
$
(22
)
$
3,441
Catastrophe loss ratio (1)
0
%
2.8
%
Adjusted combined ratio excluding catastrophe losses (1)
73.1
%
70.3
%
Adjusted underwriting income (1)
$
48,398
$
32,919
$
15,479
47.0
%
NM - not meaningful
(1) - Indicates Non-GAAP financial measure - see above for definition of Non-GAAP financial measures and see below for reconciliation of Non-GAAP financial measures to their most directly comparable measures prepared in accordance with GAAP.
Six Months Ended
June 30,
2025
2024
Change
% Change
($ in thousands, except per share data)
Gross written premiums
$
938,452
$
753,262
$
185,190
24.6
%
Ceded written premiums
(497,251
)
(437,352
)
(59,899
)
13.7
%
Net written premiums
441,201
315,910
125,291
39.7
%
Net earned premiums
344,029
230,151
113,878
49.5
%
Commission and other income
2,507
1,320
1,187
89.9
%
Total underwriting revenue (1)
346,536
231,471
115,065
49.7
%
Losses and loss adjustment expenses
84,927
57,268
27,659
48.3
%
Acquisition expenses, net of ceding commissions and fronting fees
97,996
67,604
30,392
45.0
%
Other underwriting expenses
81,258
56,036
25,222
45.0
%
Underwriting income (1)
82,355
50,563
31,792
62.9
%
Interest expense
(171
)
(965
)
794
(82.3
)%
Net investment income
25,441
15,098
10,343
68.5
%
Net realized and unrealized gains on investments
5,968
3,034
2,934
96.7
%
Income before income taxes
113,593
67,730
45,863
67.7
%
Income tax expense
24,143
15,619
8,524
54.6
%
Net income
$
89,450
$
52,111
$
37,339
71.7
%
Adjustments:
Net realized and unrealized gains on investments
(5,968
)
(3,034
)
(2,934
)
96.7
%
Expenses associated with transactions
2,841
472
2,369
NM
Stock-based compensation expense
10,092
7,789
2,303
29.6
%
Amortization of intangibles
2,054
779
1,275
163.7
%
Expenses associated with catastrophe bond
2,661
2,483
178
7.2
%
Tax impact
(1,293
)
(825
)
(468
)
56.7
%
Adjusted net income (1)
$
99,837
$
59,775
$
40,062
67.0
%
Key Financial and Operating Metrics
Annualized return on equity
22.7
%
20.8
%
Annualized adjusted return on equity (1)
25.3
%
23.8
%
Loss ratio
24.7
%
24.9
%
Expense ratio
51.4
%
53.1
%
Combined ratio
76.1
%
78.0
%
Adjusted combined ratio (1)
70.9
%
73.0
%
Diluted earnings per share
$
3.24
$
2.04
Diluted adjusted earnings per share (1)
$
3.62
$
2.34
Catastrophe losses
$
(565
)
$
6,800
Catastrophe loss ratio (1)
(0.2
)%
3.0
%
Adjusted combined ratio excluding catastrophe losses (1)
71.1
%
70.1
%
Adjusted underwriting income (1)
$
100,003
$
62,086
$
37,917
61.1
%
NM - not meaningful
(1) - Indicates Non-GAAP financial measure - see above for definition of Non-GAAP financial measures and see below for reconciliation of Non-GAAP financial measures to their most directly comparable measures prepared in accordance with GAAP.
Condensed Consolidated Balance sheets
Palomar Holdings, Inc. and Subsidiaries Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (unaudited) (in thousands, except shares and par value data)
June 30,
December 31,
2025
2024
(Unaudited)
Assets
Investments:
Fixed maturity securities available for sale, at fair value (amortized cost: $1,130,737 in 2025; $973,330 in 2024)
$
1,113,366
$
939,046
Equity securities, at fair value (cost: $38,486 in 2025; $32,987 in 2024)
49,222
40,529
Equity method investment
—
2,277
Other investments
12,405
5,863
Total investments
1,174,993
987,715
Cash and cash equivalents
81,297
80,438
Restricted cash
18
101
Accrued investment income
10,180
8,440
Premiums receivable
490,240
305,724
Deferred policy acquisition costs, net of ceding commissions and fronting fees
116,356
94,881
Reinsurance recoverable on paid losses and loss adjustment expenses
37,397
47,076
Reinsurance recoverable on unpaid losses and loss adjustment expenses
399,471
348,083
Ceded unearned premiums
332,970
276,237
Prepaid expenses and other assets
120,740
91,086
Deferred tax assets, net
3,063
8,768
Property and equipment, net
2,929
429
Goodwill and intangible assets, net
62,837
13,242
Total assets
$
2,832,491
$
2,262,220
Liabilities and stockholders' equity
Liabilities:
Accounts payable and other accrued liabilities
$
153,760
$
70,079
Reserve for losses and loss adjustment expenses
598,656
503,382
Unearned premiums
900,987
741,692
Ceded premium payable
293,967
190,168
Funds held under reinsurance treaty
37,914
27,869
Income taxes payable
10
—
Total liabilities
1,985,294
1,533,190
Stockholders' equity:
Preferred stock, $0.0001 par value, 5,000,000 shares authorized, 0 shares issued and outstanding as of June 30, 2025 and December 31, 2024
—
—
Common stock, $0.0001 par value, 500,000,000 shares authorized, 26,777,198 and 26,529,402 shares issued and outstanding as of June 30, 2025 and December 31, 2024, respectively
3
3
Additional paid-in capital
509,161
493,656
