James River Q3 2024 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
James River Group Holdings reported a net loss of $42 million for Q3 2024, or $1.10 per share. The adjusted net operating loss was $28.2 million, primarily due to excess consideration paid in connection with the E&S ADC. Strategic actions were announced, including a partnership with Enstar Group and amendments to convertible preferred shares held by Gallatin Point Capital.
E&S segment gross written premium grew by 6% with a renewal rate change of 8.6%.
Specialty Admitted Insurance segment had a combined ratio of 91.3% with fronting and program gross written premium growth of 8.7% excluding non-renewed workers' compensation programs.
Net investment income increased by 8.1% compared to the prior year quarter.
Strategic partnership with Enstar Group Limited was commenced, including an equity investment and adverse development reinsurance agreement.
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Forward Guidance
The company intends to pursue a plan to redomicile to the United States during 2025 and expects to reduce its effective tax rate closer to the US statutory rate thereafter.
Positive Outlook
- Addition of Enstar as a significant shareholder
- Strategic partnership with Enstar
- Continued commitment of Gallatin Point
- E&S franchise is significantly de-risked
- E&S franchise is well positioned to take advantage of strong market support
Challenges Ahead
- Uncertainty of estimating reserves
- Potential loss of key members of management
- Adverse economic factors
- Exposure to credit risk, interest rate risk
- Reliance on a select group of brokers and agents
Revenue & Expenses
Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income