Kinsale Capital Stock Price, News & Analysis

Kinsale Capital Group (NYSE: KNSL) announced that its Board authorized a new $250 million share repurchase program for outstanding common stock, following completion of a prior $100 million program.

The company said repurchases may occur in open-market purchases, privately-negotiated transactions, block purchases, accelerated share repurchase agreements, or other methods and will rely on safe harbors under Rule 10b-18 and Rule 10b5-1. The timing, manner, price and amount of repurchases will be determined at the company’s discretion, and the program may be modified, suspended, or terminated. Management described the move as part of disciplined capital allocation and returning excess capital to stockholders.

Kinsale Capital Group (NYSE: KNSL) announced that its Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.17 per share of common stock.

The dividend is payable on December 11, 2025 to stockholders of record as of the close of business on November 28, 2025.

Kinsale Capital Group (NYSE: KNSL) celebrated completion of Phase 1 of Kinsale Center on November 12, 2025, opening an expanded headquarters for its more than 700 employees in Henrico, Virginia.

Phase 1 delivered approximately 254,000 square feet of renovated office and commercial space at 2025 Staples Mill Road, converting a 1960s-era building into a modern office with a new glass façade and reimagined interiors. The project sits on nearly 30 acres and anchors a larger, estimated $500 million mixed-use development that envisions future hotel, apartment, office buildings, and a parking deck.

Kinsale Capital Group (NYSE: KNSL) reported Q3 2025 net income $141.6M or $6.09 diluted EPS, versus $114.2M or $4.90 in Q3 2024. Net operating earnings were $121.2M or $5.21 per diluted share in Q3 2025. Gross written premiums rose 8.4% to $486.3M for Q3 and 6.9% to $1.526B year-to-date. Underwriting income was $105.7M in Q3 with a combined ratio of 74.9%. Net investment income increased 25.1% to $49.6M in Q3; cash and invested assets totaled $4.9B at Sept 30, 2025. Book value per share was $80.19 and the company repurchased 45,627 shares for $20.0M in Q3.

Kinsale Capital Group (NYSE: KNSL) announced board and leadership changes effective October 23, 2025 and March 2, 2026. Brian D. Haney, President and Chief Operating Officer, was elected to the Board effective October 23, 2025 and informed the company he will retire on March 2, 2026. Upon retirement he will join the company as a Senior Advisor focused on investor relations. Stuart P. Winston was promoted to Executive Vice President, Chief Underwriting Officer and will continue to lead underwriting operations. Michael P. Kehoe, currently Chairman and CEO, will assume the additional title of President upon Haney’s retirement.

Kinsale Capital Group (NYSE:KNSL) has scheduled its third quarter 2025 earnings release and conference call. The company will announce its financial results after market close on Thursday, October 23, 2025.

A conference call with analysts and investors will be held the following day, Friday, October 24, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time. Investors can access the call by dialing (800) 715-9871 with conference ID# 6520221, or through the company's website at www.kinsalecapitalgroup.com. A replay will be available on the website after the call.

Kinsale Capital Group (NYSE:KNSL) announced its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.17 per share of common stock. The dividend will be paid on September 11, 2025, to stockholders of record at the close of business on August 29, 2025.

AM Best has affirmed the strong credit ratings of Kinsale Insurance Company and Kinsale Capital Group (NYSE: KNSL). The Financial Strength Rating remains at A (Excellent) with a stable outlook, while both companies' Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings maintain positive outlooks.

The ratings reflect Kinsale's very strong balance sheet, strong operating performance, and appropriate enterprise risk management. Key strengths include the company's strongest-level risk-adjusted capitalization measured by Best's Capital Adequacy Ratio (BCAR), consistent underwriting performance, and solid net investment income. The positive outlook is supported by improved product and geographical diversification.

Kinsale Capital Group (NYSE:KNSL) reported strong Q2 2025 financial results, with net income rising 44.8% to $134.1 million ($5.76 per diluted share) compared to $92.6 million in Q2 2024. The company achieved significant growth with gross written premiums increasing 4.9% to $555.5 million and net investment income rising 29.6% to $46.5 million.

Key performance metrics included an impressive combined ratio of 75.8%, generating underwriting income of $95.5 million. The company maintained strong profitability with an annualized operating return on equity of 24.7% for H1 2025. Despite lower rates and increased competition in the Commercial Property Division, other divisions showed robust 14.3% growth. Book value per share increased to $73.93 from $63.75 at year-end 2024.