Essent Reports Q2 2026 Results & Dividend
Essent Group Ltd. reported net income for the quarter ended June 30, 2026 of $189.7 million or $2.08 per diluted share, compared to $195.3 million or $1.93 per diluted share for the quarter ended June 30, 2025.
A spokesperson said, “Essent also announced today that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.35 per common share. The dividend is payable on September 10, 2026 to shareholders of record on August 31, 2026.”
“We are pleased with our second quarter 2026 financial results, which reflect strong profitability, continued growth in book value per share and the resilience of our operating model,” said Mark A. Casale, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. “The consistent cash flow generation of our mortgage insurance business, combined with our strong capital position, allows us to take a balanced approach to capital management and to continue creating long-term value for our shareholders.”
Financial Highlights:
A spokesperson added, “Mortgage new insurance written for the second quarter of 2026 was $14.1 billion, compared to $11.1 billion in the first quarter of 2026 and $12.5 billion in the second quarter of 2025.
“Mortgage insurance in force as of June 30, 2026 was $249.7 billion, compared to $247.9 billion as of March 31, 2026 and $246.8 billion as of June 30, 2025.
“Reinsurance net premiums written for the first half of 2026 were $248.8 million, compared to $30.6 million in the first half of 2025.
“Net investment income for the first half of 2026 was $120.9 million, compared to $117.5 million in the first half of 2025.
“Year-to-date through July 31, 2026, Essent repurchased 5.8 million common shares for $348 million.”
