Kingstone Companies, Inc. (KINS) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
Kingstone Companies NASDAQ: KINS reported a first-quarter 2026 net loss as an unusually severe winter storm season across the Northeast drove elevated catastrophe losses, though management emphasized continued improvement in underlying underwriting performance and premium growth. Get Kingstone Companies alerts:Sign UpFirst-quarter results reflected heavy winter catastrophe activity President and CEO Meryl Golden said the company posted a GAAP net combined ratio of 112 for the first quarter, with a net loss of $5.8 million, or $0.40 per diluted share.
Kingstone Companies, Inc (KINS) came out with a quarterly loss of $0.35 per share versus the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a loss of $0.26. This compares to earnings of $0.17 per share a year ago.
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KINS outperforms peers and sees rising estimates, but a premium valuation and ambitious growth plans raise questions on whether it's a buy now.
Kingstone Companies, Inc. (KINS) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Kingstone (KINS) is executing a turnaround with portfolio refocusing, improved risk selection, and cost reductions, driving strong Q3 results and growth plans. KINS reported a top and bottom line beat in Q3, with 14% gross premium growth and a net combined ratio of 72.7%, aided by low catastrophe losses. Management raised 2025 guidance, but signs of claims inflation and flattening rates warrant close monitoring, especially if attritional losses persist in Q4.
Kingstone Companies, Inc. ( KINS ) Q3 2025 Earnings Call November 7, 2025 8:30 AM EST Company Participants Meryl Golden - President, CEO & Director Randy Patten - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Robert Farnam - Janney Montgomery Scott LLC, Research Division Gabriel McClure Presentation Operator Greetings. Welcome to Kingstone Companies' Third Quarter 2025 Earnings Conference Call.
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Kingstone has executed a strong turnaround, returning to profitability through disciplined underwriting, cost control, and focused risk selection in New York. Management's bold growth strategy—doubling premiums and expanding into new states—has spooked the market, despite strong Q2 results and reaffirmed guidance. Key leadership hires add expertise in M&A and data-driven underwriting, positioning KINS as a potential M&A target and supporting the ambitious expansion plan.
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