Skyward Specialty Insurance Group Inc Stock Price, News & Analysis

Skyward Specialty (Nasdaq: SKWD) announced on Nov 19, 2025 that John Burkhart was promoted to President, U.S. Property & Casualty. In the expanded role he will oversee Captives & Specialty Programs plus his existing responsibilities for Professional Lines, Industry Solutions, Surety, Accident & Health, and Transactional E&S.

Additionally, Claims, Technology Solution Services (TSS) and Pricing Actuarial will now report to him. Burkhart joined the company in 2021 and the CEO cited his operational leadership and role in recent growth.

Skyward Specialty (Nasdaq: SKWD) announced that Christopher Peirce will join its Board of Directors effective February 1, 2026. Peirce brings 30 years of global property and casualty experience, including senior financial and operational roles at Liberty Mutual.

The company said Peirce is contemplated to be appointed Chair of the Audit Committee after the close of the 2025 financial year, succeeding Robert Creager, who will not stand for re-election at the completion of his term in May. The appointment is positioned ahead of the expected close of the Apollo acquisition in Q1 2026, subject to regulatory approval.

Skyward Specialty Insurance Group (Nasdaq: SKWD) reported Q3 2025 net income $45.9M ($1.10 diluted) versus $36.7M ($0.89) in Q3 2024 and YTD net income $126.8M ($3.03) versus $104.4M ($2.53) a year ago. Adjusted operating income for Q3 was $44.0M ($1.05) versus $29.4M ($0.71) in Q3 2024.

Key metrics: Gross written premiums $606.5M (+51.6% YoY Q3), combined ratio 89.2%, ex-cat combined ratio 88.6%, annualized ROE 19.3% (nine months), and book value per share $23.75 (+20% vs Dec 31, 2024).

Skyward Specialty (NASDAQ: SKWD) said it will release third quarter 2025 earnings after market close on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. The company will host an earnings call on Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. EST to review results.

Investors can access a live audio webcast and event materials at investors.skywardinsurance.com under Quarterly Results and Events & Presentations, or join by conference call after registering to receive dial-in details and a PIN. A webcast replay will be posted about two hours after the call at the same investor site.

Skyward Specialty Insurance Group (Nasdaq: SKWD) has introduced EndWell Protection, an innovative well decommissioning solution that uses an escrow-secured bond model. This first-of-its-kind offering addresses critical gaps in traditional surety solutions for the energy sector, particularly following recent market disruptions that have led to stricter collateral requirements and reduced capacity.

The new solution provides oil and gas companies with a streamlined qualification process for surety credit through its innovative collateral strategy. Led by Chris Gagnon, Senior Vice President and head of commercial Surety, the solution was developed over a year of collaboration with industry experts and aligns with the company's 'Rule Our Niche' strategy of serving underserved markets.

Skyward Specialty Insurance Group (Nasdaq: SKWD) has appointed Christopher Zitzmann as President of Inland Marine and Transactional Property. Zitzmann brings over 20 years of experience in property and inland marine markets, joining from MSIG Holdings where he served as National Underwriting Manager and Senior Vice President for Excess & Surplus Lines Property.

In his new role, Zitzmann will focus on driving growth and innovation across Skyward's inland marine and transactional property businesses. The appointment aligns with the company's strategy of investing in top industry talent to strengthen its position in specialized markets.

Skyward Specialty Insurance Group (Nasdaq: SKWD) has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Apollo Group Holdings Limited for $555 million. The deal structure includes $184 million in stock consideration and $371 million in cash with committed debt financing.

Apollo, a U.S.-focused specialty underwriting platform at Lloyd's of London, manages over $1.5 billion in premium and has achieved a 20% compound annual growth rate since 2010. The company operates through two syndicates: Syndicate 1969 for multi-class specialty insurance and Syndicate 1971 (Apollo ibott) for digital and sharing economy liability products.

The acquisition is expected to close in Q1 2026 and deliver double-digit adjusted operating EPS accretion in the first full year. Apollo's CEO David Ibeson and management team will join Skyward Specialty post-acquisition.

Skyward Specialty Insurance Group (Nasdaq: SKWD) has been recognized as a "Best Places to Work in Insurance" by Business Insurance for the third consecutive year in 2025. The company demonstrated exceptional employee satisfaction metrics, with 91% participation in the engagement survey resulting in 94% overall employee satisfaction.

Notable survey results include 97% employee satisfaction with the employer, 95% understanding of their role importance, and 95% expressing pride in working for Skyward Specialty. The recognition reflects the company's five-year commitment to building both a high-performing organization and a workplace where employees want to develop their careers.

Skyward Specialty Insurance Group (Nasdaq: SKWD) reported strong Q2 2025 financial results, with net income rising to $38.8 million ($0.93 per diluted share), up from $31.0 million in Q2 2024. The company achieved impressive growth with gross written premiums increasing 17.9% to $584.9 million and an exceptional combined ratio of 89.4%.

Key performance metrics include an annualized return on equity of 19.1% for H1 2025 and book value per share growth of 12% to $22.23. The company's success was driven by strong performance in agriculture, credit (re)insurance, specialty programs, accident & health, and captives divisions, though partially offset by decreases in global property and construction segments.