United Fire Group, Inc. reports developments tied to its property and casualty insurance business, which writes coverage through insurance company subsidiaries and independent agencies. UFG's recurring updates center on commercial lines production, renewal pricing, retention, new business, assumed reinsurance, catastrophe losses, prior-year reserve development and underwriting profitability measured through the combined ratio.
Company news also covers quarterly earnings calls, net investment income from the insurance portfolio, book value measures, common-stock dividends and credit-rating actions affecting United Fire & Casualty Group and the holding company. The company was founded in 1946 as United Fire & Casualty Company and is licensed as a property and casualty insurer across the United States and the District of Columbia.
United Fire Group (UFCS) had its Financial Strength Rating of A- (Excellent) and Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “a-” (Excellent) for its property/casualty subsidiaries affirmed by AM Best, with a stable outlook. The holding company’s Long-Term ICR of “bbb-” (Good) and the “bbb-” rating on its $100 million, 9% senior unsecured notes due 2039 were also affirmed.
AM Best cites very strong balance sheet strength, improved risk-adjusted capitalization supported by capital contributions and operating earnings, favorable aggregate reserve development, and a return to underwriting income in 2025. The group also benefits from a solid regional franchise and diversified commercial lines, while still facing competitive markets and exposure to natural catastrophe events.
United Fire Group (Nasdaq: UFCS) declared a quarterly common stock cash dividend of $0.20 per share, payable on September 18, 2026, to shareholders of record as of September 4, 2026. The company notes a history of quarterly dividends dating back to March 1968.
United Fire Group also announced the appointment of Teresa (“Terri”) Brown as an independent Class C director, effective August 21, 2026. Brown will serve on the board’s risk management and audit committees. She brings over 35 years of property and casualty insurance experience, including senior roles at Grange Insurance, Allstate, Aviva USA, Safeco Insurance and Travelers Insurance. Brown is a fellow of the Casualty Actuarial Society and currently serves as a senior advisor at Boston Consulting Group and as a board member of Branch Insurance and Southwestern College. With her appointment, the board will consist of 12 members.
United Fire Group (Nasdaq: UFCS) reported second quarter 2026 net income of $33.4 million, or $1.29 per diluted share, up 45% year over year. Adjusted operating income rose 42% to $33.7 million, or $1.30 per diluted share.
Net written premium increased 9% to $406.4 million and net earned premium grew 12.5%. The combined ratio improved to 95.3% from 96.4%, driven by a lower catastrophe loss ratio of 2.7% versus 5.5%, while the underlying combined ratio was 92.6%. Net investment income rose 33% to $28.9 million.
Book value per share increased 3.1% since year-end 2025 to $38.02, and adjusted book value per share reached $39.72. According to the company, return on equity for the first six months of 2026 was 13.2%. UFG paid a $0.20 per share cash dividend during the quarter.
United Fire Group (Nasdaq: UFCS) will release its second quarter 2026 earnings results after the market closes on Monday, August 3, 2026. Management will host an earnings conference call on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 9 a.m. CT for securities analysts, shareholders and other interested parties.
Participants can join the teleconference by dialing toll-free 1-844-492-3723 (international 1-412-542-4184) and requesting the United Fire Group call. A replay will be available through August 11, 2026 at toll-free 1-855-669-9658 (international 1-412-317-0088), access code 2119197. A live and archived webcast can be accessed via the company’s investor relations events page or the provided Chorus Call link, with the audio webcast available for one year. According to the company, a transcript of the teleconference will also be posted on its website soon after the call.
United Fire Group (Nasdaq: UFCS) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per share, payable June 19, 2026, to shareholders of record on June 5, 2026. The board also extended its Share Repurchase Program to August 31, 2028 and increased the authorization to 2 million shares from 1 million.
Shareholders elected five Class A directors for terms expiring in 2029, ratified Ernst & Young LLP as 2026 auditor, approved executive compensation on an advisory basis, and amended the 2021 Non-Employee Director Stock Plan, including extending its life to December 31, 2034.
United Fire Group (Nasdaq: UFCS) reported first quarter 2026 results for the period ended March 31, 2026. Net income was $30.1 million ($1.15 diluted EPS) and adjusted operating income was $30.3 million ($1.16 diluted EPS). Net written premium rose 12% to $376.9 million and combined ratio improved to 95.6%.
Investment income increased 15% to $27.0 million. Book value per share was $37.06 and adjusted book value per share was $38.61 as of March 31, 2026.
United Fire Group (Nasdaq: UFCS) will release first quarter 2026 results after market close on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 and hold an earnings call on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. CT.
Dial-in, international numbers, webcast and replay details are provided; archived audio will be available for one year and a transcript will be posted after the call.
United Fire Group (Nasdaq: UFCS) reported strong fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, with Q4 net income $38.4M ($1.45 diluted) and adjusted operating income $39.7M ($1.50 diluted). Full-year net income was $118.2M ($4.48 diluted) and adjusted operating income $121.2M ($4.60 diluted).
Key metrics: net written premium +11% Q4 and +9% FY to $1.346B, combined ratio improved to 92.3% Q4 and 94.8% FY, net investment income +19% to $97.5M, and book value per share rose to $36.88. Board declared a 25% quarterly dividend increase to $0.20 per share.
United Fire Group (Nasdaq: UFCS) will release its Q4 2025 earnings after market close on Tuesday, February 10, 2026. Management will host an earnings call on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. CT for analysts, shareholders and interested parties.
Dial-in: toll-free 1-844-492-3723 (international 1-412-542-4184), request to join the United Fire Group call. Archived replay available through February 25, 2026 via toll-free 1-855-669-9658 (international 1-412-317-0088), access code 4788997. Webcast: https://ir.ufginsurance.com/events-and-presentations/ or the Chorus Call link. Archived audio webcast will be available for one year and a transcript will be posted after the call.
United Fire Group (Nasdaq: UFCS) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.16 per share on Nov 21, 2025.
The dividend is payable Dec 19, 2025 to shareholders of record as of Dec 5, 2025. This marks the 231st consecutive quarterly dividend dating back to March 1968.