RLI Corp. reports developments for a specialty insurer serving niche property, casualty and surety markets. The company writes commercial and personal lines coverage through RLI Insurance Company, Mt. Hawley Insurance Company and Contractors Bonding and Insurance Company, with activity across Casualty, Property and Surety operations.
Recurring news for RLI includes quarterly and year-end earnings, underwriting performance, combined-ratio commentary, premium trends, net investment income, regular dividend declarations and insurance financial-strength ratings. Company updates also cover leadership changes in underwriting, claims and finance functions that support its specialty insurance operations.
RLI (NYSE: RLI) reported third-quarter 2026 net earnings of $81.0 million, down from the same quarter a year earlier. Diluted earnings per share fell to $0.88 from $1.35, while non-GAAP operating earnings rose to $79.3 million from $75.8 million. Revenue declined 6.3% to $477.0 million.
Underwriting income fell to $58.8 million from $60.5 million. The combined ratio, insurance expenses divided by earned premiums, worsened to 86.2 from 85.1. Favorable prior-year reserve development added $20.1 million to underwriting income, versus $13.7 million previously. Gross premiums written rose 2%, and net investment income increased 13.1% to $46.7 million. The investment portfolio returned -2.0% for the quarter, and RLI recorded a $36.8 million comprehensive loss. Nine-month net earnings declined 2.6% to $303.9 million. Book value increased 10% from year-end 2025, inclusive of dividends and share repurchases.
RLI (RLI) announced the promotion of four leaders to expanded executive roles, with all appointments effective immediately. Kathleen Taylor becomes Vice President, Controller & Treasurer; Katie Kappes becomes Chief Administrative Officer; Amy Braet becomes Vice President, Human Resources; and Ross Edwards becomes Vice President, Claim Counsel, overseeing company claim-related litigation.
RLI (NYSE: RLI) will release its third quarter 2026 earnings after market close on Monday, October 19, 2026.
The company will discuss the results on its quarterly conference call on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. CDT. Q4 will webcast the call.
RLI (NYSE: RLI) announced that its Board of Directors declared a third-quarter regular cash dividend of $0.18 per share, unchanged from the prior quarter. The dividend will be paid on September 15, 2026, to shareholders of record on August 31, 2026. RLI reports it has increased dividends for 51 consecutive years, and notes a dividend yield of 1.14% based on a $0.72 indicated annual dividend and a prior closing share price of $62.93.
RLI (NYSE: RLI) reported second quarter 2026 net earnings of $168.0 million or $1.82 per diluted share, up from $124.3 million or $1.34 in 2025. Operating earnings were $76.9 million ($0.83 per share) versus $76.2 million ($0.82) a year earlier.
Underwriting income was $59.9 million on an 85.6 combined ratio, compared to $62.2 million and 84.5, aided by $35.1 million of favorable prior-year reserve development. Net investment income rose 17% to $46.0 million. Book value per share reached $19.09, an 11% increase since year-end 2025, including dividends and buybacks.
The board authorized a $250.0 million share repurchase program; RLI repurchased $12.0 million of stock in the quarter. The company paid a $2.00 per share special dividend plus a regular dividend of $0.18, and highlighted 15.2% consolidated revenue growth to $575.6 million.
RLI (NYSE: RLI) appointed James H. Bradshaw to its Board of Directors, effective July 15, 2026, with his term running until the next shareholders’ meeting in May 2027, when he will stand for re-election. Bradshaw, Chairman of Gallagher Re North America and former CEO of Gallagher Re North America and Willis Re North America, brings over 40 years of insurance industry leadership, strategy and market development experience. RLI’s Board Chairman Dave Duclos said Bradshaw’s strategic perspective and understanding of RLI’s business model are expected to provide valuable insight to support the company’s profitable growth and long-term success.
RLI (NYSE:RLI) announced it has been named to the 2026 Ward’s 50® Top-Performing Insurance Companies list for the 36th consecutive year.
RLI is the only insurer included every year since the list began in 1991, reflecting multi-year safety and performance screening over 2021–2025.
RLI (NYSE:RLI) launched a new Entertainment & Amusement insurance product and named Kym Tormey Vice President, Entertainment & Amusement, on July 7, 2026.
The product targets amusement parks, family entertainment centers, fairs, festivals, mobile amusements, concessionaires and similar attractions, offering property and casualty coverage on a non-admitted basis in all 50 states.
RLI (NYSE:RLI) announced it will release its second quarter 2026 earnings after market close on Wednesday, July 22, 2026.
A quarterly conference call to discuss Q2 2026 results will be held on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. CDT and webcast via Q4.
RLI (NYSE:RLI) announced the promotion of Kevin Brownell from Assistant Vice President, Claim, to Vice President, Claim, effective June 16, 2026.
He will lead RLI’s Casualty claim operations, bringing over 25 years of insurance claims and legal experience and a law degree from the University of Illinois.