8-K

Palomar Holdings, Inc. (PLMR)

8-K 2023-05-03 For: 2023-05-03
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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): May 3, 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 May 3, 2023, Palomar Holdings, Inc. (the "Company") issued a press release announcing its financial results for the fiscal quarter ended March 31, 2023. 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 May 3, 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: May 3, 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 First Quarter 2023 Results

LA JOLLA, Calif. (May 3, 2023) — Palomar Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:PLMR) (“Palomar” or “Company”) reported net income of $17.3 million, or $0.68 per diluted share, for the first quarter of 2023 compared to net income of $14.5 million, or $0.56 per diluted share, for the first quarter of 2022. Adjusted net income^(1)^ was $20.4 million, or $0.80 per diluted share, for the first quarter of 2023 as compared to $18.6 million, or $0.72 per diluted share, for the first quarter of 2022. 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 period amounts have been adjusted accordingly. ​

First Quarter 2023 Highlights

Gross written premiums increased by 46.3% to $250.1 million compared to $170.9 million in the first quarter of 2022
Net income of $17.3 million, compared to $14.5 million in the first quarter of 2022
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Adjusted net income^(1)^ of $20.4 million, compared to $18.6 million in the first quarter of 2022
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Total loss ratio of 24.8% compared to 19.7% in the first quarter of 2022
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Combined ratio of 77.9% compared to 76.5% in the first quarter of 2022
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Adjusted combined ratio^(1)^ of 73.3%, compared to 72.1%, in the first quarter of 2022
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Annualized return on equity of 17.5%, compared to 15.0% in the first quarter of 2022
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Annualized adjusted return on equity^(1)^ of 20.7%, compared to 19.2% in the first quarter of 2022
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*(1)*See discussion of “Non-GAAP and Key Performance Indicators” below.

Mac Armstrong, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, commented, “Following a record year in 2022, I am pleased with the strong start to 2023. Our first quarter results demonstrate continued momentum in our business and further execution of our Palomar 2X strategy. Highlights for the quarter include gross written premium growth of 46%, an adjusted combined ratio of 73.3%, and an adjusted return on equity of 20.7%. Importantly, these results were achieved even with elevated catastrophe activity during the quarter.”

Mr. Armstrong continued, “Additionally, in March we secured approximately $188 million of incremental excess of loss (“XOL”) limit providing support for further growth in our core earthquake business. Pricing for the recent XOL placement was in line with budgeted expectations and as a result, we remain confident in our ability to deliver our full-year target of $86 million to $90 million of adjusted net income.”

Underwriting Results

Gross written premiums increased 46.3% to $250.1 million compared to $170.9 million in the first quarter of 2022, while net earned premiums increased 9.5% compared to the prior year’s first quarter.

Losses and loss adjustment expenses for the first quarter were $20.7 million including $18.9 million of non-catastrophe attritional losses, and $1.8 million of catastrophe losses from the California flood activity during the first quarter offset slightly by favorable prior period development of catastrophe losses. The loss ratio for the quarter was 24.8%, comprised of a catastrophe loss ratio^(1)^ of 2.2% and an attritional loss ratio of 22.6%, compared to a loss ratio of 19.7% during the same period last year comprised of a catastrophe loss ratio^(1)^ of 0.6% and attritional loss ratio of 19.1%.

Underwriting income^(1)^ for the first quarter was $18.4 million resulting in a combined ratio of 77.9% compared to underwriting income of $17.9 million resulting in a combined ratio of 76.5% during the same period last year. The Company’s adjusted underwriting income^(1)^ was $22.2 million resulting in an adjusted combined ratio^(1)^ of 73.3% in the first quarter compared to adjusted underwriting income^(1)^of $21.2 million and an adjusted combined ratio^(1)^ of 72.1% during the same period last year.

Investment Results

Net investment income increased by 98.5% to $5.1 million compared to $2.6 million in the prior year’s first 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 March 31, 2023 due to cash generated from operations. The weighted average duration of the fixed-maturity investment portfolio, including cash equivalents, was 3.93 years at March 31, 2023. Cash and invested assets totaled $674.2 million at March 31, 2023. During the first quarter, the Company recorded net realized and unrealized gains of $0.1 million related to its investment portfolio as compared to realized and unrealized losses of $1.3 million in last year’s first quarter.

Tax Rate

The effective tax rate for the three months ended March 31, 2023 was 23.5% compared to 23.8% for the three months ended March 31, 2022. For the current quarter and prior year quarter, the Company’s income tax rate differed from the statutory rate due primarily to the 1

non-deductible executive compensation expense, offset slightly by the tax impact of the permanent component of employee stock option exercises.

Stockholders’ Equity and Returns

Stockholders' equity was $404.6 million at March 31, 2023, compared to $380.4 million at March 31, 2022. For the three months ended March 31, 2023, the Company’s annualized return on equity was 17.5% compared to 15.0% for the same period in the prior year while adjusted return on equity^(1)^ was 20.7% compared to 19.2% for the same period in the prior year. During the current quarter, the Company repurchased 134,680 shares for $6.8 million of the Company’s previously announced $100 million share repurchase authorization. As of March 31, 2023, $58.8 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 losses incurred in the first quarter of approximately $1.8 million.  The expected results do not include any additional catastrophe losses.

Conference Call

As previously announced, Palomar will host a conference call Thursday May 4, 2023, to discuss its first quarter 2023 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 First Quarter 2023 Earnings Conference Call. A replay will be available starting at 4:00 p.m. (Eastern Time) on May 4, 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 13737957. The replay will be available until 11:59 p.m. (Eastern Time) on May 11, 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.

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. 2

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, 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 March 31, 2023 and 2022:

Three months ended
March 31,
2023 2022 Change % Change
( in thousands, except per share data)
Gross written premiums $ 170,934 $ 79,178 46.3 %
Ceded written premiums (89,552) (80,792) 90.2 %
Net written premiums 81,382 (1,614) (2.0) %
Net earned premiums 76,032 7,209 9.5 %
Commission and other income 777 (82) (10.6) %
Total underwriting revenue^(1)^ 76,809 7,127 9.3 %
Losses and loss adjustment expenses 14,954 5,698 38.1 %
Acquisition expenses, net of ceding commissions and fronting fees 28,054 (2,375) (8.5) %
Other underwriting expenses 15,925 3,297 20.7 %
Underwriting income^(1)^ 17,876 507 2.8 %
Interest expense (93) (927) NM
Net investment income 2,579 2,541 98.5 %
Net realized and unrealized gains (losses) on investments (1,278) 1,424 (111.4) %
Income before income taxes 19,084 3,545 18.6 %
Income tax expense 4,547 769 16.9 %
Net income $ 14,537 $ 2,776 19.1 %
Adjustments:
Net realized and unrealized (gains) losses on investments^(2)^ 1,278 (1,424) (111.4) %
Expenses associated with transactions 86 (86) (100.0) %
Stock-based compensation expense 2,760 690 25.0 %
Amortization of intangibles 315 (2) (0.6) %
Expenses associated with catastrophe bond 200 (150) (75.0) %
Tax impact (592) 52 (8.8) %
Adjusted net income ^(1)(2)^ $ 18,584 $ 1,856 10.0 %
Key Financial and Operating Metrics
Annualized return on equity % 15.0 %
Annualized adjusted return on equity^(1)^ % 19.2 %
Loss ratio % 19.7 %
Expense ratio % 56.8 %
Combined ratio % 76.5 %
Adjusted combined ratio^(1)^ % 72.1 %
Diluted earnings per share $ 0.56
Diluted adjusted earnings per share^(1)^ $ 0.72
Catastrophe losses $ 481
Catastrophe loss ratio^(1)^ % 0.6 %
Adjusted combined ratio excluding catastrophe losses^(1)^ % 71.4 %
Adjusted underwriting income^(1)^ $ 21,237 $ 959 4.5 %
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)- We now include 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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Condensed Consolidated Balance sheets

Palomar Holdings, Inc. and Subsidiaries

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (unaudited)

(in thousands, except shares and par value data)

**** March 31, **** December 31,
2023 2022
(Unaudited)
Assets
Investments:
Fixed maturity securities available for sale, at fair value (amortized cost: $594,736 in 2023; $561,580 in 2022) $ 554,489 $ 515,064
Equity securities, at fair value (cost: $42,352 in 2023; $42,352 in 2022) 39,356 38,576
Total investments 593,845 553,640
Cash and cash equivalents 80,295 68,108
Restricted cash 65 56
Accrued investment income 4,077 3,777
Premiums receivable 187,910 162,858
Deferred policy acquisition costs, net of ceding commissions and fronting fees 54,187 56,740
Reinsurance recoverable on paid losses and loss adjustment expenses 45,801 39,718
Reinsurance recoverable on unpaid losses and loss adjustment expenses 183,601 153,895
Ceded unearned premiums 232,425 204,084
Prepaid expenses and other assets 41,291 44,088
Deferred tax assets, net 9,005 10,622
Property and equipment, net 540 603
Intangible assets, net 7,948 8,261
Total assets $ 1,440,990 $ 1,306,450
Liabilities and stockholders' equity
Liabilities:
Accounts payable and other accrued liabilities $ 19,401 $ 25,760
Reserve for losses and loss adjustment expenses 264,967 231,415
Unearned premiums 496,182 471,314
Ceded premium payable 173,035 146,127
Funds held under reinsurance treaty 11,356 10,680
Borrowings from credit agreements 71,400 36,400
Total liabilities 1,036,341 921,696
Stockholders' equity:
Preferred stock, $0.0001 par value, 5,000,000 shares authorized, 0 shares issued and outstanding as of March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022
Common stock, $0.0001 par value, 500,000,000 shares authorized, 24,942,196 and 25,027,467 shares issued and outstanding as of March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively 3 3
Additional paid-in capital 337,492 333,558
Accumulated other comprehensive loss (31,041) (36,515)
Retained earnings 98,195 87,708
Total stockholders' equity 404,649 384,754
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity $ 1,440,990 $ 1,306,450

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Condensed Consolidated Income Statement

Palomar Holdings, Inc. and Subsidiaries

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income and Comprehensive Income (loss) (Unaudited)

(in thousands, except shares and per share data)

Three Months Ended
March 31,
2023 2022
Revenues:
Gross written premiums $ 250,112 $ 170,934
Ceded written premiums (170,344) (89,552)
Net written premiums 79,768 81,382
Change in unearned premiums 3,473 (5,350)
Net earned premiums 83,241 76,032
Net investment income 5,120 2,579
Net realized and unrealized gains (losses) on investments 146 (1,278)
Commission and other income 695 777
Total revenues 89,202 78,110
Expenses:
Losses and loss adjustment expenses 20,652 14,954
Acquisition expenses, net of ceding commissions and fronting fees 25,679 28,054
Other underwriting expenses 19,222 15,925
Interest expense 1,020 93
Total expenses 66,573 59,026
Income before income taxes 22,629 19,084
Income tax expense 5,316 4,547
Net income 17,313 14,537
Other comprehensive income (loss), net:
Net unrealized gains (losses) on securities available for sale 5,474 (18,463)
Net comprehensive income (loss) $ 22,787 $ (3,926)
Per Share Data:
Basic earnings per share $ 0.69 $ 0.57
Diluted earnings per share $ 0.68 $ 0.56
Weighted-average common shares outstanding:
Basic 24,969,703 25,362,179
Diluted 25,442,902 25,899,290

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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 March 31,
2023 2022
( in thousands)
% of % of
Amount GWP Amount GWP
Product
Fronting Premiums 36.7 % $ 29,845 17.5 %
Residential Earthquake 22.3 % 46,336 27.1 %
Commercial Earthquake 15.1 % 25,144 14.7 %
Inland Marine 12.4 % 18,237 10.7 %
Casualty 4.7 % 5,007 2.9 %
Commercial All Risk 3.3 % 11,210 6.6 %
Hawaii Hurricane 3.2 % 6,914 4.0 %
Residential Flood 1.7 % 2,993 1.8 %
Specialty Homeowners % 16,284 9.5 %
Other 0.6 % 8,964 5.2 %
Total Gross Written Premiums 100.0 % $ 170,934 100.0 %

All values are in US Dollars.

Three Months Ended March 31,
2023 2022
( in thousands)
% of % of
Amount GWP Amount GWP
State
California 52.7 % $ 68,718 40.2 %
Texas 9.3 % 18,979 11.1 %
Florida 4.8 % 4,962 2.9 %
Washington 4.8 % 6,881 4.0 %
Hawaii 4.0 % 8,540 5.0 %
Oregon 2.7 % 4,373 2.6 %
Illinois 1.9 % 4,273 2.5 %
New York 1.5 % 2,380 1.4 %
Other 18.3 % 51,828 30.3 %
Total Gross Written Premiums 100.0 % $ 170,934 100.0 %

All values are in US Dollars.

Three Months Ended March 31,
2023 2022
( in thousands)
% of % of
Amount GWP Amount GWP
Subsidiary
PSIC 60.3 % $ 104,004 60.8 %
PESIC 39.7 % 66,930 39.2 %
Total Gross Written Premiums 100.0 % $ 170,934 100.0 %

All values are in US Dollars.

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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
March 31,
2023 2022 Change % Change
( in thousands)
Gross earned premiums $ 138,924 $ 86,319 62.1 %
Ceded earned premiums (62,892) (79,110) 125.8 %
Net earned premiums $ 76,032 $ 7,209 9.5 %
Net earned premium ratio 54.7%

All values are in US Dollars.

Loss detail

Three Months Ended
March 31,
2023 2022 Change % Change
( in thousands)
Catastrophe losses $ 481 $ 1,325 275.5 %
Non-catastrophe losses 14,473 4,373 30.2 %
Total losses and loss adjustment expenses $ 14,954 $ 5,698 38.1 %

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 March 31,
2023 2022
(in thousands)
Reserve for losses and LAE net of reinsurance recoverables at beginning of period $ 77,520 $ 45,419
Add: Incurred losses and LAE, net of reinsurance, related to:
Current year 17,300 13,449
Prior years 3,352 1,505
Total incurred 20,652 14,954
Deduct: Loss and LAE payments, net of reinsurance, related to:
Current year 1,393 1,490
Prior years 15,413 7,497
Total payments 16,806 8,987
Reserve for losses and LAE net of reinsurance recoverables at end of period 81,366 51,386
Add: Reinsurance recoverables on unpaid losses and LAE at end of period 183,601 113,726
Reserve for losses and LAE gross of reinsurance recoverables on unpaid losses and LAE at end of period $ 264,967 $ 165,112

Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures

For the three months and year ended March 31, 2023 and 2022, the Non-GAAP financial measures discussed above reconcile to their most comparable GAAP measures as follows:

Underwriting revenue

Three Months Ended
March 31,
2023 2022
(in thousands)
Total revenue $ 89,202 $ 78,110
Net investment income (5,120) (2,579)
Net realized and unrealized (gains) losses on investments (146) 1,278
Underwriting revenue $ 83,936 $ 76,809

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Underwriting income and adjusted underwriting income

Three Months Ended
March 31,
2023 2022
(in thousands)
Income before income taxes $ 22,629 $ 19,084
Net investment income (5,120) (2,579)
Net realized and unrealized (gains) losses on investments (146) 1,278
Interest expense 1,020 93
Underwriting income $ 18,383 $ 17,876
Expenses associated with transactions 86
Stock-based compensation expense 3,450 2,760
Amortization of intangibles 313 315
Expenses associated with catastrophe bond 50 200
Adjusted underwriting income $ 22,196 $ 21,237

Adjusted net income

Three Months Ended
March 31,
2023 2022
(in thousands)
Net income $ 17,313 $ 14,537
Adjustments:
Net realized and unrealized (gains) losses on investments (146) 1,278
Expenses associated with transactions 86
Stock-based compensation expense 3,450 2,760
Amortization of intangibles 313 315
Expenses associated with catastrophe bond 50 200
Tax impact (540) (592)
Adjusted net income $ 20,440 $ 18,584

Annualized adjusted return on equity

Three Months Ended
March 31,
2023 2022
( in thousands)
Annualized adjusted net income $ 74,336
Average stockholders' equity $ 387,284
Annualized adjusted return on equity % 19.2 %

All values are in US Dollars.

Adjusted combined ratio

Three Months Ended
March 31,
2023 2022
( in thousands)
Numerator: Sum of losses and loss adjustment expenses, acquisition expenses, and other underwriting expenses, net of commission and other income $ 58,156
Denominator: Net earned premiums $ 76,032
Combined ratio % 76.5 %
Adjustments to numerator:
Expenses associated with transactions $ (86)
Stock-based compensation expense (2,760)
Amortization of intangibles (315)
Expenses associated with catastrophe bond (200)
Adjusted combined ratio % 72.1 %

All values are in US Dollars. 9

Diluted adjusted earnings per share

Three Months Ended
March 31,
2023 2022
(in thousands, except per share data)
Adjusted net income $ 20,440 $ 18,584
Weighted-average common shares outstanding, diluted 25,442,902 25,899,290
Diluted adjusted earnings per share $ 0.80 $ 0.72

Catastrophe loss ratio

Three Months Ended
March 31,
2023 2022
( in thousands)
Numerator: Losses and loss adjustment expenses $ 14,954
Denominator: Net earned premiums $ 76,032
Loss ratio % 19.7 %
Numerator: Catastrophe losses $ 481
Denominator: Net earned premiums $ 76,032
Catastrophe loss ratio % 0.6 %

All values are in US Dollars.

Adjusted combined ratio excluding catastrophe losses

Three Months Ended
March 31,
2023 2022
( in thousands)
Numerator: Sum of losses and loss adjustment expenses, acquisition expenses, and other underwriting expenses, net of commission and other income $ 58,156
Denominator: Net earned premiums $ 76,032
Combined ratio % 76.5 %
Adjustments to numerator:
Expenses associated with transactions $ (86)
Stock-based compensation expense (2,760)
Amortization of intangibles (315)
Expenses associated with catastrophe bond (200)
Catastrophe losses (481)
Adjusted combined ratio excluding catastrophe losses % 71.4 %

All values are in US Dollars.

Tangible Stockholders’ equity

March 31, December 31,
2023 2022
(in thousands)
Stockholders' equity $ 404,649 $ 384,754
Intangible assets (7,948) (8,261)
Tangible stockholders' equity $ 396,701 $ 376,493

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