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W. R. Berkley Corporation reports recurring developments as an insurance holding company focused on commercial property casualty business. The company operates through Insurance and Reinsurance & Monoline Excess segments, with news commonly covering premiums, underwriting profitability, combined ratios, catastrophe loss effects, investment income and the performance of its fixed-maturity portfolio.
Company updates also include capital management actions such as common-stock dividends and share repurchase authorizations, along with leadership appointments across corporate functions and operating businesses such as Berkley Oil & Gas. Founded in 1967, W. R. Berkley is a commercial lines writer with operations that include insurance and reinsurance activities worldwide.
W. R. Berkley Corporation (NYSE: WRB) announced that Erin Rotz has been named president of Berkley Fire & Marine, effective immediately on December 29, 2025. Rotz brings more than 20 years of inland marine and construction underwriting experience and most recently led an inland marine division at a large multinational carrier. Management highlighted her leadership in aligning teams and delivering solutions for policyholders. Berkley Fire & Marine provides inland marine and related property insurance nationwide through independent agents and brokers.
W. R. Berkley Corporation (NYSE: WRB) announced Board-approved cash dividends to be paid on December 29, 2025 to holders of record at the close of business on December 15, 2025.
The Board declared a special cash dividend of $1.00 per share and a regular quarterly dividend of $0.09 per share. Combined with a prior special dividend of $0.50 paid June 30, 2025, special cash dividends paid during 2025 total $1.50 per share.
Including dividends announced today, year-to-date dividends and share repurchases through September 30, 2025, total capital returned to shareholders is approximately $776.0 million.
W. R. Berkley (NYSE: WRB) said Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Co. acquired beneficial ownership of at least 12.5% of WRB common stock under previously announced agreements with a company owned by members of the Berkley family and related trusts. The shares were not purchased from the Berkley Family or the company. Under the agreements, MSI’s shares will be voted according to Berkley Family recommendations except in limited circumstances where MSI will vote in proportion to other non-MSI shares. MSI representatives said they expect to complete the investment under the agreements in Q1 2026. The agreements are described in the Form 8-K filed on March 28, 2025, which is available on the company investor relations website.
W. R. Berkley Corporation (NYSE: WRB) named Hale Johnston president of Berkley Net, effective immediately on November 17, 2025.
Mr. Johnston joins from Berkley Enterprise Risk Solutions where he served as executive vice president and chief operating officer since the unit's June 2022 launch; he has over three decades of insurance leadership and prior roles on the WCIRB and CWCI boards. He succeeds Brian Douglas, president of Berkley Net since 2018, who will remain with W. R. Berkley Corporation.
Berkley Net is described as a workers compensation insurer focused on digital tools and fast service. Company websites are provided for more information.
W. R. Berkley (NYSE: WRB) reported third quarter 2025 results with net income of $511.0 million, up 39.8%, and net income per diluted share $1.28. The company reported return on equity 24.3% and operating return on equity 21.0%. Gross premiums written were $3.836 billion and net premiums written were $3.227 billion. Reported GAAP combined ratio was 90.9%, including $78.5 million of current accident year catastrophe losses. Net investment income was $351.2 million, driven by a 9.4% increase in the core portfolio. Book value per share increased 5.8% before dividends and buybacks, and common stockholders' equity reached a record $9.8 billion.
W. R. Berkley Corporation (NYSE: WRB), a major commercial lines insurance writer, has scheduled its third quarter 2025 earnings release for Monday, October 20, 2025, after market close.
The company will host a conference call with analysts and investors at 5:00 p.m. eastern time on the same day to discuss earnings and other information. The call will be accessible via live audio webcast on the company's website, with a replay available approximately two hours after the call concludes.
W. R. Berkley (NYSE: WRB), a major commercial lines insurance writer in the United States, has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.09 per share. The dividend will be paid on September 30, 2025, to stockholders of record as of September 22, 2025.
The company, founded in 1967, operates through two segments: Insurance and Reinsurance & Monoline Excess, and ranks among the largest commercial lines writers in the United States.
W. R. Berkley Corporation (NYSE: WRB) has announced the formation of Berkley Edge, a new business unit focused on providing professional liability and casualty insurance for small to mid-sized businesses with challenging risk profiles. The company has appointed Jamie Secor as president of the new venture.
Berkley Edge will specifically target hard-to-place and distressed risks, offering coverage exclusively through wholesale brokers. Secor brings 25 years of industry experience to the role, having previously served as chief underwriting officer at a specialty lines property and casualty insurance company.
W. R. Berkley Corporation (NYSE: WRB) has announced the appointment of Wayne Ashley as president of Berkley Re UK Limited, effective October 2025. Ashley brings over 30 years of experience in international reinsurance and previously led the London division of a major global reinsurer.
Current CEO Clare Himmer, who has served since 2021 and has 33 years of industry experience, will continue as chief executive officer until her retirement at the end of 2025, when Ashley is expected to succeed her as CEO. Himmer will assist with the transition and remain a resource for both Berkley Re UK and W. R. Berkley Corporation.
W. R. Berkley Corporation (NYSE: WRB) reported strong second quarter 2025 results, achieving a 19.1% return on equity and a 20.0% operating return on equity. The company posted record net premiums written of $3.4 billion and delivered a combined ratio of 91.6%, including catastrophe losses of $99.2 million.
Key financial highlights include net income of $401.3 million ($1.00 per diluted share), record net investment income of $379.3 million, and average rate increases of 7.6% excluding workers' compensation. Book value per share grew 6.8% in the quarter, before $223.8 million in total dividends returned to shareholders.
The company's performance was driven by higher underwriting gains and improved investment income, despite above-average industry catastrophe losses. Common stockholders' equity reached a record $9.3 billion, positioning the company for continued growth.