Adjusted Net Income Growth
Palomar Holdings reported a 39% growth in adjusted net income for Q3 2024, with $32.4 million or $1.23 per share, compared to $23.3 million or $0.92 per share in Q3 2023.
Top-Line Growth
The company achieved a 32% increase in gross written premiums, driven by strong performance across its portfolio, including significant growth in Earthquake and Casualty lines.
Earthquake Segment Performance
The Earthquake segment saw strong growth with Residential Earthquake E&S book growing 74% year-over-year. The overall Earthquake franchise grew gross written premiums by 19%.
Crop Insurance Expansion
Palomar's Crop business wrote $60 million in premium in Q3, with year-to-date premiums over $100 million, compared to $12.1 million last year.
Strong Investment Income
Net investment income increased by 56% to $9.4 million, driven by higher yields on invested assets and a higher average balance of investments.
A.M. Best Rating Upgrade
A.M. Best upgraded Palomar's financial strength rating to an A from an A minus, reflecting the company's growth and financial stability.