Net premiums earned grew 45.4% to $326.6 million, compared to $224.6 million in the prior-year period, while total revenue of $347.0 million was a 45.5% increase compared to $238.5 million in the prior-year period. Growth was driven by the assumption of policies from Citizens and renewals of existing written policies.
Losses and loss adjustment expenses (LAE) incurred, net were $27.1 million (there were no incurred losses from named storms during the period), a $32.0 million improvement compared to $59.1 million (inclusive of catastrophe losses of $32.1 million from Hurricane Debby, Helene and Milton) in the prior-year period. Loss ratio improved to 8.3%, compared to 26.3% in the prior-year period, primarily due to a decrease in catastrophe losses from hurricane and non-hurricane weather activity.
Policy acquisition and other underwriting expenses were $42.3 million, compared to $29.1 million in the prior-year period. The increase was driven by greater policies in force on a year-over-year basis, as well as continued investment in enhancing the Company's technology.
General and administrative expenses were $51.4 million, compared to $45.7 million in the prior-year period, due primarily to the additional staffing to support the Company’s growth in policies in force.
Combined ratio improved to 38.0%, compared to 60.9% in the prior-year period, due to greater net premiums earned from increased policies in force and a lower level of catastrophe losses from hurricane and non-hurricane weather activity.
Net income grew 126.9% to $170.4 million, compared to $75.1 million in the prior-year period. Diluted earnings per share for the fourth quarter of 2025 was $1.23 and return on equity was 16.4%.
Full Year 2025 Highlights
Gross premiums written were $1.80 billion, a 34.6% increase compared to $1.33 billion in the prior year. Net premiums earned grew 36.2% to $1.08 billion, compared to $792.4 million in the prior year. Growth was the result of a combination of organic and inorganic growth opportunities in the Company's target coastal market.
Total revenue of $1.16 billion increased 36.5%, compared to $846.8 million in the prior year.
Losses and loss adjustment expenses (LAE) incurred, net were $235.5 million (there were no incurred losses from named storms during the period), a $103.8 million improvement compared to $339.3 million (inclusive of catastrophe losses of $87.9 million from Hurricane Debby, Helene and Milton) in the prior year, as a result of lower hurricane and non-hurricane related weather losses.
Policy acquisition and other underwriting expenses were $139.4 million, compared to $86.0 million in the prior year, largely due to increased PIF throughout the year.
General and administrative expenses were $175.8 million, compared to $137.5 million in the prior year, due primarily to support the Company's continued growth.
Combined ratio improved to 52.1%, compared to 72.3% in the prior year.