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Ambac Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE: AMBC) announced that its managing general underwriter, Xchange Benefits LLC, has signed a program manager agreement with Markel Service, Incorporated. This deal allows Xchange to underwrite medical stop loss coverage for Markel. The stop loss segment, which protects self-insured employers against significant medical claims, has been growing over 10% annually, surpassing $25 billion in 2020. Markel's entry into this segment aims to leverage Xchange's expertise for growth opportunities in the stop loss insurance market.
Ambac Financial Group reported a net income of $2 million for Q1 2022, down from $17 million in Q1 2021. Adjusted earnings were $14 million, a decrease of 65%. Specialty P&C insurance production rose 71% to $69 million, indicating growth in the new direction of the company. However, net investment income plummeted to $5 million from $49 million, largely due to a refinancing impact and losses from trading securities. Book value per share fell to $19.65. Ambac reduced its Puerto Rico exposure by $450 million, reflecting strategic moves amid ongoing litigation challenges.
Everspan Group has launched a partnership with TheGuarantors, a fintech company, to provide innovative insurance products for renters and landlords. This program includes support for TheGuarantors' Lease Guarantee and Security Deposit Replacement products. The partnership aims to enhance tenant default protection and offer affordable alternatives to cash security deposits, making insurance more accessible. Everspan will offer these policies nationally through TheGuarantors' real estate network. The collaboration is expected to drive innovation in the real estate sector and improve service for renters and landlords.
Ambac Financial Group (NYSE: AMBC) will release its first quarter 2022 results on May 10, 2022. A conference call led by CEO Claude LeBlanc and CFO David Trick is scheduled for May 11, 2022, at 8:30 AM ET, to discuss these results. Investors can listen to the call via telephone or through a live audio webcast on Ambac’s website. The replay will be available until May 25, 2022. Ambac is a financial services holding company specializing in P&C distribution and underwriting, also managing a legacy financial guaranty business.
Ambac Financial Group (NYSE: AMBC) has announced a share repurchase program, allowing the company to buy back up to $20 million of its common shares at management's discretion until March 31, 2024. The purpose of this program is to potentially enhance shareholder value by repurchasing shares in the open market or through negotiated transactions. However, the exact number of shares purchased will depend on market conditions and other factors, with no guarantee on total repurchase amounts.
Ambac Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE: AMBC) has announced significant updates on its Puerto Rico exposure and litigation developments affecting Ambac Assurance Corporation (AAC). The restructuring of AAC’s Puerto Rico-related bonds is projected to yield an estimated gain between
Charles J. Sebaski has joined Ambac Financial Group (NYSE: AMBC) as Managing Director and Head of Investor Relations, succeeding Lisa A. Kampf. With over 20 years of experience in the insurance and capital markets, Charles aims to support Ambac's growth in its specialty P&C platform. Charles previously worked at Guy Carpenter & Co and held roles at BMO Capital Markets and Deutsche Bank. His appointment is seen as a strategic move to enhance investor relations while acknowledging Lisa's contributions over nearly five years.
Ambac Financial Group (NYSE: AMBC) announced a significant court ruling from the New York Court of Appeals regarding U.S. Bank National Association v. DLJ Mortgage Capital, Inc., impacting its legacy insurance subsidiary, Ambac Assurance Corporation (AAC). The decision relates to residential mortgage-backed securities and may lead to a downward adjustment in AAC's estimated subrogation recoveries, which could be material. AAC's management is assessing the implications of this ruling and anticipates further disclosures. The ultimate recoveries in RMBS litigation may vary significantly from recorded estimates.
Ambac Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE: AMBC) has announced its 2022 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, scheduled for May 24, 2022, at 10:30 am (ET), in a virtual format. Stockholders entitled to vote at the meeting will be determined as of the close of business on March 28, 2022. Further details will be provided in the proxy statement and other related materials. Ambac operates a specialty P&C distribution and underwriting platform, while its legacy financial guaranty business is in run-off.
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