Arch Capital Reports 2026 2nd Quarter Results
Arch Capital Group Ltd. announced its 2026 second quarter results, saying “we delivered a strong quarter, driven by solid underwriting performance across our three segments, reflecting the continued strength of our diversified platform and disciplined execution across the enterprise.”
A spokesperson said, “Arch Capital Group Ltd. announces its 2026 second quarter results. The results included:
- “Net income available to Arch common shareholders of $1.0 billion, or $3.00 per share, representing an 18.0% annualized net income return on average common equity, compared to net income available to Arch common shareholders of $1.2 billion, or $3.23 per share, for the 2025 second quarter.
- “After-tax operating income available to Arch common shareholders of $893 million, or $2.56 per share, representing a 15.3% annualized operating return on average common equity, compared to $979 million, or $2.58 per share, for the 2025 second quarter.
- “Pre-tax current accident year catastrophic losses for the Company’s insurance and reinsurance segments, net of reinsurance and reinstatement premiums, of $201 million.
- “Favorable development in prior year loss reserves, net of related adjustments, of $165 million.
- “Combined ratio excluding catastrophic activity and prior year development of 82.5%, compared to 80.9% for the 2025 second quarter.
- “Share repurchases of $1.2 billion.
- “Book value per common share of $68.04 at June 30, 2026, a 2.8% increase from March 31, 2026.
“We delivered a strong quarter, driven by solid underwriting performance across our three segments, reflecting the continued strength of our diversified platform and disciplined execution across the enterprise,” said Arch CEO Nicolas Papadopoulo. “Our leadership positions in Specialty Insurance, including our Mortgage and Reinsurance operations, provide us with a meaningful competitive advantage. Clients not only come to us for capacity, but also for our underwriting expertise, claims capabilities, creative solutions and valuable perspectives that help them better manage risk.”
