8-K

Palomar Holdings, Inc. (PLMR)

8-K 2023-02-15 For: 2023-02-15
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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 15, 2023

Palomar Holdings, Inc.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Commission File Number: 001-38873

Delaware 83-3972551
(State or other jurisdiction<br><br>of incorporation) (I.R.S. Employer<br><br>Identification No.)

7979 Ivanhoe Avenue , Suite 500

La Jolla , California **** 92037

(Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)

( 619 ) 567-5290

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class Trading Symbol(s) Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, par value $0.0001 per share PLMR Nasdaq Global Select Market

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (17 CFR 230.405) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (17 CFR 240.12b-2).

Emerging Growth Company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Selection 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition

On February 15, 2023, Palomar Holdings, Inc. (the "Company") issued a press release announcing its financial results for the fiscal quarter and year ended December 31, 2022. A copy of the press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1.

The information contained under this Item 2.02, including Exhibit 99.1 attached hereto, shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), or otherwise subject to the liability of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or under the Exchange Act, regardless of any general incorporation language in any such filing, unless the Company expressly sets forth in such filing that such information is to be considered “filed” or incorporated by reference therein.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits

(d)Exhibits

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Exhibit No. Description
99.1 Press release, dated February 15, 2023
104 Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this Report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

PALOMAR HOLDINGS, INC.
Date: February 15, 2023 /s/ T. Christopher Uchida
T. Christopher Uchida
Chief Financial Officer
(Principal Financial and Accounting Officer)

Exhibit 99.1

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Palomar Holdings, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter & Full Year 2022 Results

LA JOLLA, Calif. (February 15, 2023) — Palomar Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:PLMR) (“Palomar” or “Company”) reported net income of $18.8 million, or $0.73 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter of 2022 compared to net income of $16.6 million, or $0.64 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter of 2021. Adjusted net income^(1)^ was $21.1 million, or $0.82 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter of 2022 as compared to $17.6 million, or $0.68 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter of 2021. Effective December 31, 2022, the Company adjusts for net realized and unrealized gains and losses when calculating and presenting adjusted net income, diluted adjusted earnings per share, and adjusted return on equity. All prior year amounts have been adjusted accordingly. ​

Fourth Quarter 2022 Highlights

Gross written premiums increased by 59.5% to $239.1 million compared to $149.9 million in the fourth quarter of 2021
Net income of $18.8 million, compared to $16.6 million in the fourth quarter of 2021
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Adjusted net income^(1)^ of $21.1 million, compared to $17.6 million in the fourth quarter of 2021
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Total loss ratio of 22.4% compared to 15.0% in the fourth quarter of 2021
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Combined ratio of 75.5% compared to 75.0% in the fourth quarter of 2021
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Adjusted combined ratio^(1)^ of 71.4%, compared to 70.7%, in the fourth quarter of 2021
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Annualized return on equity of 19.9%, compared to 17.2% in the fourth quarter of 2021
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Annualized adjusted return on equity^(1)^ of 22.4%, compared to 18.2% in the fourth quarter of 2021
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Full Year 2022 Highlights

Gross written premiums increased by 64.8% to $881.9 million compared to $535.2 million in 2021
Net income of $52.2 million, compared to $45.8 million in 2021
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Adjusted net income^(1)^ of $71.3 million, compared to $52.4 million in 2021
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Total loss ratio of 24.9%, compared to 17.7% in 2021
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Combined ratio of 80.4%, compared to 80.0% in 2021
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Adjusted combined ratio^(1)^ of 75.6%, compared to 76.1% in 2021
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Return on equity of 13.4%, compared to 12.1% in 2021
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Adjusted return on equity^(1)^ of 18.3%, compared to 13.8% in 2021
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*(1)*See discussion of “Non-GAAP and Key Performance Indicators” below.

Mac Armstrong, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, commented, “Palomar’s strong fourth quarter results are the final illustration of success in a record-setting year. During the quarter we generated nearly 60% top-line growth while also achieving strong profitability with an annualized adjusted return on equity of 22.4%. For the full year 2022, we delivered record premium growth and earnings, generating an adjusted ROE of 18.3%. The fourth quarter and full year results demonstrate further execution of Palomar 2X, our strategy to profitably grow the company, deliver predictable earnings, and achieve an ROE in excess of 20% while maintaining industry leading profit margins.”

Mr. Armstrong continued, “Looking to 2023, we expect to earn adjusted net income of $86 million to $90 million. This guidance implies 23% net income growth and an adjusted ROE of 21% at the midpoint of our expected range – a target that exceeds our PLMR 2X stated objective of 20%. We believe our guidance points to the durability of our business model as we successfully navigate the reinsurance market; execute on diversifying endeavors like PLMR-Front as well as our casualty and inland marine divisions; and invest in underwriting talent, technology and data analytics to support new and existing products.”

Underwriting Results

Gross written premiums increased 59.5% to $239.1 million compared to $149.9 million in the fourth quarter of 2021, while net earned premiums increased 21.2% compared to the prior year’s fourth quarter.

Losses and loss adjustment expenses for the fourth quarter were $18.4 million including $16.6 million of non-catastrophe attritional losses, and $1.9 million of unfavorable catastrophe development from prior periods. The loss ratio for the quarter was 22.4%, comprised of a catastrophe loss ratio of 2.3%^(1)^ and an attritional loss ratio of 20.1%, compared to a loss ratio of 15.0% during the same period last year comprised of a catastrophe loss ratio of negative 2.5% and attritional loss ratio of 17.5%.

Underwriting income^(1)^  for the fourth quarter was $20.1 million resulting in a combined ratio of 75.5% compared to underwriting 1

income of $17.0 million and a combined ratio of 75.0% during the same period last year. The Company’s adjusted underwriting income^(1)^ was $23.5 million resulting in an adjusted combined ratio^(1)^ of 71.4% in the fourth quarter compared to adjusted underwriting income^(1)^of $19.9 million and an adjusted combined ratio^(1)^ of 70.7% during the same period last year.

Investment Results

Net investment income increased by 81.6% to $4.4 million compared to $2.4 million in the prior year’s fourth quarter. The increase was primarily due to higher yields on invested assets and a higher average balance of investments held during the three months ended December 31, 2022 due to cash generated from operations. The weighted average duration of the fixed-maturity investment portfolio, including cash equivalents, was 3.81 years at December 31, 2022. Cash and invested assets totaled $621.8 million at December 31, 2022. During the fourth quarter, the Company recorded net realized and unrealized gains of $0.8 million related to its investment portfolio as compared to realized and unrealized gains of $2.0 million in last year’s fourth quarter.

Tax Rate

The effective tax rate for the three months ended December 31, 2022 was 24.9% compared to 22.3% for the three months ended December 31, 2021. For the current quarter and prior year quarter, the Company’s income tax rate differed from the statutory rate due primarily to non-deductible executive compensation expense.

Stockholders’ Equity and Returns

Stockholders' equity was $384.8 million at December 31, 2022, compared to $394.2 million at December 31, 2021. For the three months ended December 31, 2022, the Company’s annualized return on equity was 19.9% compared to 17.2% for the same period in the prior year while adjusted return on equity^(1)^ was 22.4% compared to 18.2% for the same period in the prior year. During the current quarter, the Company repurchased 222,217 shares for $11.1 million of the Company’s previously announced $100 million share repurchase authorization. As of December 31, 2022, $65.6 million remains available for future repurchases.

Full Year 2023 Outlook

For the full year 2023, the Company expects to achieve adjusted net income of $86 million to $90 million.  This includes catastrophe flood losses incurred in the first quarter of approximately $2.5 million.  The expected results do not include any additional catastrophe losses.

Conference Call

As previously announced, Palomar will host a conference call Thursday February 16, 2023, to discuss its fourth quarter and full year 2022 results at 12:00 p.m. (Eastern Time). The conference call can be accessed live by dialing 1-877-423-9813 or for international callers, 1-201-689-8573, and requesting to be joined to the Palomar Fourth Quarter 2022 Earnings Conference Call. A replay will be available starting at 4:00 p.m. (Eastern Time) on February 16, 2023, and can be accessed by dialing 1-844-512-2921, or for international callers, 1-412-317-6671. The passcode for the replay is 13735679. The replay will be available until 11:59 p.m. (Eastern Time) on February 23, 2023.

Interested investors and other parties may also listen to a simultaneous webcast of the conference call by logging onto the investor relations section of the Company’s website at http://ir.palomarspecialty.com/. The online replay will remain available for a limited time beginning immediately following the call.

About Palomar Holdings, Inc.

Palomar Holdings, Inc. is the holding company of subsidiaries Palomar Specialty Insurance Company (“PSIC”), Palomar Specialty Reinsurance Company Bermuda Ltd., Palomar Insurance Agency, Inc. and Palomar Excess and Surplus Insurance Company (“PESIC”). Palomar is an innovative insurer serving residential and commercial clients in specialty markets including the market for earthquake insurance. Palomar’s insurance subsidiaries, Palomar Specialty Insurance Company, Palomar Specialty Reinsurance Company Bermuda Ltd., and Palomar Excess and Surplus Insurance Company, have a financial strength rating of “A-” (Excellent) from A.M. Best.

To learn more, visit PLMR.com.

Non-GAAP and Key Performance Indicators

Palomar discusses certain key performance indicators, described below, which provide useful information about the Company’s business and the operational factors underlying the Company’s financial performance.

Underwriting revenue is a non-GAAP financial measure defined as total revenue, excluding net investment income and net realized and unrealized gains and losses on investments. See “Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures” for a reconciliation of total revenue calculated in accordance with GAAP to underwriting revenue. 2

Underwriting income is a non-GAAP financial measure defined as income before income taxes excluding net investment income, net realized and unrealized gains and losses on investments, and interest expense. See “Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures” for a reconciliation of income before income taxes calculated in accordance with GAAP to underwriting income.

Adjusted net incomeis a non-GAAP financial measure defined as net income excluding the impact of certain items that may not be indicative of underlying business trends, operating results, or future outlook, net of tax impact. Palomar calculates the tax impact only on adjustments which would be included in calculating the Company’s income tax expense using the estimated tax rate at which the company received a deduction for these adjustments. See “Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures” for a reconciliation of net income calculated in accordance with GAAP to adjusted net income.

Annualized Return on equity is net income expressed on an annualized basis as a percentage of average beginning and ending stockholders’ equity during the period.

Annualized adjusted return on equity is a non-GAAP financial measure defined as adjusted net income expressed on an annualized basis as a percentage of average beginning and ending stockholders’ equity during the period. See “Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures” for a reconciliation of return on equity calculated using unadjusted GAAP numbers to adjusted return on equity.

Loss ratio, expressed as a percentage, is the ratio of losses and loss adjustment expenses, to net earned premiums.

Expense ratio, expressed as a percentage, is the ratio of acquisition and other underwriting expenses, net of commission and other income to net earned premiums.

Combined ratio is defined as the sum of the loss ratio and the expense ratio. A combined ratio under 100% generally indicates an underwriting profit. A combined ratio over 100% generally indicates an underwriting loss.

Adjusted combined ratio is a non-GAAP financial measure defined as the sum of the loss ratio and the expense ratio calculated excluding the impact of certain items that may not be indicative of underlying business trends, operating results, or future outlook. See “Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures” for a reconciliation of combined ratio calculated using unadjusted GAAP numbers to adjusted combined ratio.

Diluted adjusted earnings per shareis a non-GAAP financial measure defined as adjusted net income divided by the weighted-average common shares outstanding for the period, reflecting the dilution which could occur if equity-based awards are converted into common share equivalents as calculated using the treasury stock method. See “Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures” for a reconciliation of diluted earnings per share calculated in accordance with GAAP to diluted adjusted earnings per share.

Catastrophe loss ratio is a non-GAAP financial measure defined as the ratio of catastrophe losses to net earned premiums. See “Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures” for a reconciliation of loss ratio calculated using unadjusted GAAP numbers to catastrophe loss ratio.

Adjusted combined ratio excluding catastrophe losses is a non-GAAP financial measure defined as adjusted combined ratio excluding the impact of catastrophe losses.  See “Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures” for a reconciliation of combined ratio calculated using unadjusted GAAP numbers to adjusted combined ratio excluding catastrophe losses.

Adjusted underwriting incomeis a non-GAAP financial measure defined as underwriting income excluding the impact of certain items that may not be indicative of underlying business trends, operating results, or future outlook. See “Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures” for a reconciliation of income before income taxes calculated in accordance with GAAP to adjusted underwriting income.

Tangible stockholders’ equity is a non-GAAP financial measure defined as stockholders’ equity less intangible assets. See “Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures” for a reconciliation of stockholders’ equity calculated in accordance with GAAP to tangible stockholders’ equity.

Safe Harbor Statement

Palomar cautions you that statements contained in this press release may regard matters that are not historical facts but are forward-looking statements. These statements are based on the company’s current beliefs and expectations. The inclusion of forward-looking statements should not be regarded as a representation by Palomar that any of its plans will be achieved. Actual results may differ from those set forth in this press release due to the risks and uncertainties inherent in the Company’s business. The forward-looking statements are typically, but not always, identified through use of the words "believe," "expect," "enable," "may," "will," "could," "intends," "estimate," "anticipate," "plan," "predict," "probable," "potential," "possible," "should," "continue," and other words of similar meaning. Actual results could differ materially from the expectations contained in forward-looking statements as a result of several factors, 3

including unexpected expenditures and costs, unexpected results or delays in development and regulatory review, regulatory approval requirements, the frequency and severity of adverse events and competitive conditions. These and other factors that may result in differences are discussed in greater detail in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update such statements to reflect events that occur or circumstances that exist after the date hereof. All forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement, which is made under the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.

Contact

Media Inquiries

Lindsay Conner

1-551-206-6217

lconner@plmr.com

Investor Relations

Jamie Lillis

1-203-428-3223

investors@plmr.com

Source: Palomar Holdings, Inc.

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Summary of Operating Results:

The following table summarizes the Company’s results for the three months ended December 31, 2022 and 2021:

Three months ended
December 31, Percent
2022 2021 Change Change
( in thousands, except per share data)
Gross written premiums $ 149,908 $ 89,209 59.5 %
Ceded written premiums (70,437) (80,029) 113.6 %
Net written premiums 79,471 9,180 11.6 %
Net earned premiums 67,840 14,388 21.2 %
Commission and other income 872 271 31.1 %
Total underwriting revenue ^(1)^ 68,712 14,659 21.3 %
Losses and loss adjustment expenses 10,169 8,252 81.1 %
Acquisition expenses 27,284 (441) (1.6) %
Other underwriting expenses 14,285 3,701 25.9 %
Underwriting income^(1)^ 16,974 3,147 18.5 %
Interest expense (40) (358) NM
Net investment income 2,431 1,984 81.6 %
Net realized and unrealized (losses) gains on investments 2,029 (1,188) (58.6) %
Income before income taxes 21,394 3,585 16.8 %
Income tax expense 4,762 1,457 30.6 %
Net income $ 16,632 $ 2,128 12.8 %
Adjustments:
Net realized and unrealized losses (gains) on investments ^(2)^ (2,029) 1,188 (58.6) %
Expenses associated with transactions 153 (153) (100.0) %
Stock-based compensation expense 2,214 854 38.6 %
Amortization of intangibles 547 (234) (42.8) %
Expenses associated with catastrophe bond, net of rebate 5 (5) (100.0) %
Tax impact 76 (290) (381.6) %
Adjusted net income^(1) (2)^ $ 17,598 $ 3,488 19.8 %
Key Financial and Operating Metrics
Annualized return on equity % 17.2 %
Annualized adjusted return on equity ^(1)^ % 18.2 %
Loss ratio % 15.0 %
Expense ratio % 60.0 %
Combined ratio % 75.0 %
Adjusted combined ratio^(1)^ % 70.7 %
Diluted earnings per share $ 0.64
Diluted adjusted earnings per share ^(1)^ $ 0.68
Catastrophe losses $ (1,704)
Catastrophe loss ratio ^(1)^ % (2.5) %
Adjusted combined ratio excluding catastrophe losses ^(1)^ % 73.2 %
Adjusted underwriting income ^(1)^ $ 19,893 $ 3,609 18.1 %
NM-Not Meaningful

All values are in US Dollars.

(1)- Indicates Non-GAAP financial measure- see above for definition of Non-GAAP financial measures and see below for reconciliation of Non-GAAP financial measures to their most directly comparable measures prepared in accordance with GAAP.

(2)- Beginning with this earnings release, we are including the impact of net realized and unrealized losses and gains on investments as an adjustment to our net income. As this line is primarily driven by equity market fluctuations rather than our underlying business performance, we believe adding this adjustment provides a more meaningful comparison of our performance. We have also changed the prior year adjusted net income to conform to this presentation.

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The following table summarizes the Company’s results for the year ended December 31, 2022 and 2021:

Year ended
December 31, Percent
2022 2021 Change Change
( in thousands, except per share data)
Gross written premiums $ 535,175 $ 346,693 64.8 %
Ceded written premiums (223,443) (301,132) 134.8 %
Net written premiums 311,732 45,561 14.6 %
Net earned premiums 233,826 82,640 35.3 %
Commission and other income 3,608 664 18.4 %
Total underwriting revenue^(1)^ 237,434 83,304 35.1 %
Losses and loss adjustment expenses 41,457 37,215 89.8 %
Acquisition expenses 95,433 15,338 16.1 %
Other underwriting expenses 53,723 15,496 28.8 %
Underwriting income^(1)^ 46,821 15,255 32.6 %
Interest expense (40) (833) NM
Net investment income 9,080 4,797 52.8 %
Net realized and unrealized (losses) gains on investments 1,277 (8,806) NM
Income before income taxes 57,138 10,413 18.2 %
Income tax expense 11,291 4,090 36.2 %
Net income $ 45,847 $ 6,323 13.8 %
Adjustments:
Net realized and unrealized losses (gains) on investments^(2)^ (1,277) 8,806 NM
Expenses associated with transactions 563 (433) (76.9) %
Stock-based compensation expense 5,584 6,040 108.2 %
Amortization of intangibles 1,251 4 0.3 %
Expenses associated with catastrophe bond, net of rebate 1,704 288 16.9 %
Tax impact (1,238) (2,128) 171.9 %
Adjusted net income^(1) (2)^ $ 52,434 $ 18,900 36.0 %
Key Financial and Operating Metrics
Return on equity % 12.1 %
Adjusted return on equity^(1)^ % 13.8 %
Loss ratio % 17.7 %
Expense ratio % 62.2 %
Combined ratio % 80.0 %
Adjusted combined ratio^(1)^ % 76.1 %
Diluted earnings per share $ 1.76
Diluted adjusted earnings per share^(1)^ $ 2.01
Catastrophe losses $ 5,015
Catastrophe loss ratio ^(1)^ % 2.1 %
Adjusted combined ratio excluding catastrophe losses^(1)^ % 73.9 %
Adjusted underwriting income ^(1)^ $ 55,923 $ 21,154 37.8 %
NM-Not Meaningful

All values are in US Dollars.

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Condensed Consolidated Balance sheets

Palomar Holdings, Inc. and Subsidiaries

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (unaudited)

(in thousands, except shares and par value data)

**** December 31, **** December 31,
2022 2021
Assets
Investments:
Fixed maturity securities available for sale, at fair value (amortized cost: $561,580 in 2022; $426,122 in 2021) $ 515,064 $ 432,682
Equity securities, at fair value (cost: $42,352 in 2022; $31,834 in 2021) 38,576 33,261
Total investments 553,640 465,943
Cash and cash equivalents 68,108 50,284
Restricted cash 56 87
Accrued investment income 3,777 2,725
Premium receivable 159,025 88,012
Deferred policy acquisition costs 56,740 55,953
Reinsurance recoverable on paid losses and loss adjustment expenses 35,425 29,368
Reinsurance recoverable on unpaid losses and loss adjustment expenses 153,895 127,947
Ceded unearned premiums 204,084 58,315
Prepaid expenses and other assets 44,582 37,072
Deferred tax assets, net 10,622
Property and equipment, net 603 527
Intangible assets, net 8,261 9,501
Total assets $ 1,298,818 $ 925,734
Liabilities and stockholders' equity
Liabilities:
Accounts payable and other accrued liabilities $ 25,760 $ 21,284
Reserve for losses and loss adjustment expenses 231,415 173,366
Unearned premiums 471,314 284,665
Ceded premium payable 138,495 37,460
Funds held under reinsurance treaty 10,680 10,882
Deferred tax liabilities, net 3,908
Borrowings from credit agreements 36,400
Total liabilities 914,064 531,565
Stockholders' equity:
Preferred stock, $0.0001 par value, 5,000,000 shares authorized as of December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, 0 shares issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021
Common stock, $0.0001 par value, 500,000,000 shares authorized, 25,027,467 and 25,428,929 shares issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively 3 3
Additional paid-in capital 333,557 318,902
Accumulated other comprehensive income (36,514) 5,312
Retained earnings 87,708 69,952
Total stockholders' equity 384,754 394,169
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity $ 1,298,818 $ 925,734

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Condensed Consolidated Income Statement

Palomar Holdings, Inc. and Subsidiaries

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income and Comprehensive Income (Unaudited)

(in thousands, except shares and per share data)

Three Months Ended Year Ended
December 31, December 31,
2022 2021 2022 2021
Revenues:
Gross written premiums $ 239,117 $ 149,908 $ 881,868 $ 535,175
Ceded written premiums (150,466) (70,437) (524,575) (223,443)
Net written premiums 88,651 79,471 357,293 311,732
Change in unearned premiums (6,423) (11,631) (40,827) (77,906)
Net earned premiums 82,228 67,840 316,466 233,826
Net investment income 4,415 2,431 13,877 9,080
Net realized and unrealized (losses) gains on investments 841 2,029 (7,529) 1,277
Commission and other income 1,143 872 4,272 3,608
Total revenues 88,627 73,172 327,086 247,791
Expenses:
Losses and loss adjustment expenses 18,421 10,169 78,672 41,457
Acquisition expenses 26,843 27,284 110,771 95,433
Other underwriting expenses 17,986 14,285 69,219 53,723
Interest expense 398 40 873 40
Total expenses 63,648 51,778 259,535 190,653
Income before income taxes 24,979 21,394 67,551 57,138
Income tax expense 6,219 4,762 15,381 11,291
Net income 18,760 16,632 52,170 45,847
Other comprehensive income, net:
Net unrealized (losses) gains on securities available for sale for the three months and years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively 6,114 (2,790) (41,827) (7,934)
Net comprehensive income $ 24,874 $ 13,842 $ 10,343 $ 37,913
Per Share Data:
Basic earnings per share $ 0.74 $ 0.65 $ 2.07 $ 1.80
Diluted earnings per share $ 0.73 $ 0.64 $ 2.02 $ 1.76
Weighted-average common shares outstanding:
Basic 25,199,074 25,419,477 25,243,397 25,459,514
Diluted 25,729,681 26,045,213 25,796,008 26,111,904

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Underwriting Segment Data

The Company has a single reportable segment and offers primarily property and casualty insurance products. Gross written premiums (GWP) by product, location and company are presented below:

Three Months Ended December 31, Year Ended December 31,
2022 2021 2022 2021
( in thousands) ( in thousands)
% of % of % of % of
Amount GWP Amount GWP Amount GWP Amount GWP
Product
Fronting 28.9 % $ 11,459 7.7 % 25.3 % $ 11,459 2.2 %
Residential Earthquake 22.5 % 42,883 28.6 % 24.2 % 171,048 32.0 %
Commercial Earthquake 17.1 % 24,500 16.3 % 14.9 % 90,552 16.9 %
Inland Marine 13.7 % 18,077 12.1 % 11.9 % 57,124 10.7 %
Commercial All Risk 4.2 % 8,609 5.7 % 5.9 % 38,640 7.2 %
Casualty 4.2 % 4,080 2.7 % 4.1 % 9,584 1.9 %
Hawaii Hurricane 3.5 % 7,377 4.9 % 3.7 % 30,298 5.6 %
Residential Flood 1.7 % 3,218 2.2 % 1.7 % 11,652 2.2 %
Specialty Homeowners % 14,875 9.9 % 3.4 % 67,894 12.7 %
Other 4.2 % 14,830 9.9 % 4.9 % 46,924 8.6 %
Total Gross Written Premiums 100.0 % $ 149,908 100.0 % 100.0 % $ 535,175 100.0 %

All values are in US Dollars.

Three Months Ended December 31, Year Ended December 31,
2022 2021 2022 2021
( in thousands) ( in thousands)
% of % of % of % of
Amount GWP Amount GWP Amount GWP Amount GWP
State
California 53.7 % $ 63,956 42.7 % 47.5 % $ 244,416 45.6 %
Texas 7.9 % 14,729 9.8 % 10.3 % 62,893 11.8 %
Washington 5.2 % 7,671 5.1 % 4.7 % 23,608 4.4 %
Florida 4.8 % 8,407 5.6 % 4.4 % 27,386 5.1 %
Hawaii 4.4 % 8,680 5.8 % 4.5 % 34,993 6.5 %
Oregon 3.2 % 3,991 2.7 % 2.7 % 13,677 2.6 %
Illinois 1.8 % 3,465 2.3 % 2.0 % 12,133 2.3 %
New York 1.7 % 1,790 1.2 % 1.4 % 3,077 0.6 %
Other 17.3 % 37,219 24.8 % 22.5 % 112,992 21.1 %
Total Gross Written Premiums 100.0 % $ 149,908 100.0 % 100.0 % $ 535,175 100.0 %

All values are in US Dollars.

Three Months Ended December 31, Year Ended December 31,
2022 2021 2022 2021
( in thousands) ( in thousands)
% of % of % of % of
Amount GWP Amount GWP Amount GWP Amount GWP
Subsidiary
PSIC 55.4 % $ 97,074 64.8 % 55.5 % $ 383,064 71.6 %
PESIC 44.6 % 52,834 35.2 % 44.5 % 152,111 28.4 %
Total Gross Written Premiums 100.0 % $ 149,908 100.0 % 100.0 % $ 535,175 100.0 %

All values are in US Dollars.

Gross and net earned premiums

The table below shows the amount of premiums the Company earned on a gross and net basis and the Company’s net earned premiums as a percentage of gross earned premiums for each period presented:

Three Months Ended Year Ended
December 31, December 31,
2022 2021 Change % Change 2022 2021 Change % Change
( in thousands) ( in thousands)
Gross earned premiums $ 122,910 $ 88,357 71.9 % $ 433,999 $ 261,273 60.2 %
Ceded earned premiums (55,070) (73,969) 134.3 % (200,173) (178,633) 89.2 %
Net earned premiums $ 67,840 $ 14,388 21.2 % $ 233,826 $ 82,640 35.3 %
Net earned premium ratio 55.2% 53.9%

All values are in US Dollars. 9

Loss detail

Three Months Ended Year Ended
December 31, December 31,
2022 2021 Change % Change 2022 2021 Change % Change
( in thousands) ( in thousands)
Catastrophe losses $ (1,704) $ 3,569 (209.4) % $ 5,015 $ 10,379 207.0 %
Non-catastrophe losses 11,873 4,683 39.4 % 36,442 26,836 73.6 %
Total losses and loss adjustment expenses $ 10,169 $ 8,252 81.1 % $ 41,457 $ 37,215 89.8 %

All values are in US Dollars.

The following table represents a reconciliation of changes in the ending reserve balances for losses and loss adjustment expenses:

Three Months Ended December 31, Year ended December 31,
2022 2021 2022 2021
(in thousands) (in thousands)
Reserve for losses and loss adjustment expenses net of reinsurance recoverables at beginning of period $ 74,248 $ 46,643 $ 45,419 $ 34,470
Add: Incurred losses and loss adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance, related to:
Current year 16,384 10,840 75,087 45,042
Prior years 2,037 (671) 3,585 (3,585)
Total incurred 18,421 10,169 78,672 41,457
Deduct: Loss and loss adjustment expense payments, net of reinsurance, related to:
Current year 7,896 8,656 21,658 12,063
Prior years 7,253 2,737 24,913 18,445
Total payments 15,149 11,393 46,571 30,508
Reserve for losses and loss adjustment expense net of reinsurance recoverables at end of period 77,520 45,419 77,520 45,419
Add: Reinsurance recoverables on unpaid losses and loss adjustment expenses at end of period 153,895 127,947 153,895 127,947
Reserve for losses and loss adjustment expenses gross of reinsurance recoverables on unpaid losses and loss adjustment expenses at end of period $ 231,415 $ 173,366 $ 231,415 $ 173,366

Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures

For the three months and year ended December 31, 2022 and 2021, the Non-GAAP financial measures discussed above reconcile to their most comparable GAAP measures as follows:

Underwriting revenue

Three Months Ended Year Ended
December 31, December 31,
2022 2021 2022 2021
(in thousands) (in thousands)
Total revenue $ 88,627 $ 73,172 $ 327,086 $ 247,791
Net investment income (4,415) (2,431) (13,877) (9,080)
Net realized and unrealized losses (gains) on investments (841) (2,029) 7,529 (1,277)
Underwriting revenue $ 83,371 $ 68,712 $ 320,738 $ 237,434

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Underwriting income and adjusted underwriting income

Three Months Ended Year Ended
December 31, December 31,
2022 2021 2022 2021
(in thousands) (in thousands)
Income before income taxes $ 24,979 $ 21,394 $ 67,551 $ 57,138
Net investment income (4,415) (2,431) (13,877) (9,080)
Net realized and unrealized losses (gains) on investments (841) (2,029) 7,529 (1,277)
Interest expense 398 40 873 40
Underwriting income $ 20,121 $ 16,974 $ 62,076 $ 46,821
Expenses associated with transactions 153 130 563
Stock-based compensation expense 3,068 2,214 11,624 5,584
Amortization of intangibles 313 547 1,255 1,251
Expenses associated with catastrophe bond, net of rebate 5 1,992 1,704
Adjusted underwriting income $ 23,502 $ 19,893 $ 77,077 $ 55,923

Adjusted net income

Three Months Ended Year Ended
December 31, December 31,
2022 2021 2022 2021
(in thousands) (in thousands)
Net income $ 18,760 $ 16,632 $ 52,170 $ 45,847
Adjustments:
Net realized and unrealized losses (gains) on investments (841) (2,029) 7,529 (1,277)
Expenses associated with transactions 153 130 563
Stock-based compensation expense 3,068 2,214 11,624 5,584
Amortization of intangibles 313 547 1,255 1,251
Expenses associated with catastrophe bond 5 1,992 1,704
Tax impact (214) 76 (3,366) (1,238)
Adjusted net income $ 21,086 $ 17,598 $ 71,334 $ 52,434

Annualized adjusted return on equity

Three Months Ended Year Ended
December 31, December 31,
2022 2021 2022 2021
( in thousands) ( in thousands)
Annualized adjusted net income $ 70,392 $ 52,434
Average stockholders' equity $ 385,973 $ 378,941
Annualized adjusted return on equity % 18.2 % % 13.8 %

All values are in US Dollars.

Adjusted combined ratio

Three Months Ended Year Ended
December 31, December 31,
2022 2021 2022 2021
( in thousands) ( in thousands)
Numerator: Sum of losses, loss adjustment expenses, underwriting, acquisition and other underwriting expenses, net of commission and other income $ 50,866 $ 187,005
Denominator: Net earned premiums $ 67,840 $ 233,826
Combined ratio % 75.0 % % 80.0 %
Adjustments to numerator:
Expenses associated with transactions $ (153) $ (563)
Stock-based compensation expense (2,214) (5,584)
Amortization of intangibles (547) (1,251)
Expenses associated with catastrophe bond (5) (1,704)
Adjusted combined ratio % 70.7 % % 76.1 %

All values are in US Dollars. 11

Diluted adjusted earnings per share

Three Months Ended Year Ended
December 31, December 31,
2022 2021 2022 2021
( in thousands, except shares and per share data) ( in thousands, except shares and per share data)
Adjusted net income $ 21,086 $ 17,598 $ 71,334 $ 52,434
Weighted-average common shares outstanding, diluted 25,729,681 26,045,213 25,796,008 26,111,904
Diluted adjusted earnings per share $ 0.82 $ 0.68 $ 2.77 $ 2.01

Catastrophe loss ratio

Three Months Ended Year Ended
December 31, December 31,
2022 2021 2022 2021
( in thousands) ( in thousands)
Numerator: Losses and loss adjustment expenses $ 10,169 $ 41,457
Denominator: Net earned premiums $ 67,840 $ 233,826
Loss ratio % 15.0 % % 17.7 %
Numerator: Catastrophe losses $ (1,704) $ 5,015
Denominator: Net earned premiums $ 67,840 $ 233,826
Catastrophe loss ratio % (2.5) % % 2.1 %

All values are in US Dollars.

Adjusted combined ratio excluding catastrophe losses

Three Months Ended Year ended
December 31, December 31,
2022 2021 2022 2021
( in thousands) ( in thousands)
Numerator: Sum of losses and loss adjustment expenses, acquisition expenses, and other underwriting expenses, net of commission and other income $ 50,866 $ 187,005
Denominator: Net earned premiums $ 67,840 $ 233,826
Combined ratio % 75.0 % % 80.0 %
Adjustments to numerator:
Expenses associated with transactions $ (153) $ (563)
Stock-based compensation expense (2,214) (5,584)
Amortization of intangibles (547) (1,251)
Expenses associated with catastrophe bond (5) (1,704)
Catastrophe losses 1,704 (5,015)
Adjusted combined ratio excluding catastrophe losses % 73.2 % % 73.9 %

All values are in US Dollars.

Tangible Stockholders’ equity

December 31,
2022 **** 2021
(in thousands)
Stockholders’ equity $ 384,754 $ 394,169
Intangible assets (8,261) (9,501)
Tangible stockholders’ equity $ 376,493 $ 384,668

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