Skyward Specialty Insurance Group reported strong first quarter 2025 results with significant increases in net income, adjusted operating income, and gross written premiums. The company achieved its best-ever adjusted operating income and a strong annualized return on equity.
Net income for Q1 2025 was $42.1 million, an increase from $36.8 million in Q1 2024.
Adjusted operating income reached a record high of $37.3 million in Q1 2025, up from $31.0 million in the prior year period.
Gross written premiums grew by 16.7% to $535.3 million, driven by strong performance in agriculture and credit (re)insurance and accident & health divisions.
The combined ratio was 90.5%, with the ex-cat combined ratio at 88.3%.
The company remains confident in its ability to deliver strong financial results for the remainder of the year based on its diversified business portfolio, Rule Our Niche strategy, investments in technology and talent, and track record of execution.
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