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Palomar Holdings Raises 2026 Guidance After Q3 Adjusted EPS Climbs 50%

Palomar Holdings posted Q3 GWP of $767.0 million, up 28% year-over-year, and declared a $0.45 per share dividend as it continues its streak of 16 consecutive quarters of beating consensus adjusted EPS.

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The 8-K investor presentation raises full-year 2026 adjusted net income guidance to $280M-$285M and reports Q3 GWP of $767.0M up 28% YoY, adjusted net income of $81.3M up 47%, and diluted adjusted EPS of $3.01 up 50%. Raised guidance with strong beat streak (16 consecutive quarters) is a clear positive for the stock, though the outlook is not reconciled to GAAP.

Catalysts
  • ▲ Full-year 2026 adjusted net income guidance raised to $280M-$285M
  • ▲ Q3 adjusted net income of $81.3M, +47% YoY, and diluted adjusted EPS of $3.01, +50% YoY
Risk Factors
  • ▼ Full-year adjusted net income guidance is not reconciled to GAAP net income due to unpredictable reconciling items
  • ▼ Forward-looking results depend on catastrophe event frequency and severity and crop price volatility

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🎯 Key Takeaways

  • Full-year 2026 adjusted net income guidance raised to $280 million-$285 million.
  • Q3 adjusted net income reached $81.3 million, a 47% increase compared to the same period in 2025.
  • Diluted adjusted EPS rose 50% year-over-year to $3.01.
  • Gross written premiums grew 28% year-over-year to $767.0 million.
  • Company declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.45 per share, payable December 2, 2026.

📝 Executive Summary

Palomar Holdings reported strong third-quarter results, highlighted by a 47% year-over-year increase in adjusted net income to $81.3 million and a 50% rise in diluted adjusted EPS to $3.01. Following this performance, the company raised its full-year 2026 adjusted net income guidance to a range of $280 million to $285 million.

❓ FAQ

Why is this 8-K positive for Palomar Holdings stock?

The company raised its full-year 2026 adjusted net income guidance to $280M-$285M and reported third-quarter adjusted net income of $81.3M (up 47% YoY) with adjusted EPS of $3.01 (up 50% YoY), alongside 16 consecutive quarters of beating consensus adjusted EPS.

Is there any downside risk flagged in the filing?

Yes. The full-year adjusted net income outlook is not reconciled to GAAP net income, and results could differ materially due to catastrophe events, loss reserve adequacy, reinsurance costs, and crop price volatility.