Kingstone (NASDAQ: KINS) sets $0.05 quarterly cash dividend
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8-K
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Kingstone Companies, Inc. announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.05 per share on its common stock. The dividend will be paid on May 26, 2026 to stockholders of record as of the close of business on May 11, 2026.
Kingstone is a regional property and casualty insurance holding company whose main subsidiary, Kingstone Insurance Company, focuses on homeowners insurance. The company writes business primarily in New York and several other Northeastern states through retail and wholesale agents and brokers.
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8-K Event Classification
2 items: 7.01, 9.01
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Item 7.01
Regulation FD Disclosure
Disclosure
Material non-public information disclosed under Regulation Fair Disclosure, often investor presentations or guidance.
Item 9.01
Financial Statements and Exhibits
Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Key Figures
Quarterly dividend: $0.05 per share
Dividend record date: May 11, 2026
Dividend payment date: May 26, 2026
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4 metrics
Quarterly dividend
$0.05 per share
Declared by the Board of Directors
Dividend record date
May 11, 2026
Stockholders of record eligible for dividend
Dividend payment date
May 26, 2026
Scheduled cash dividend payment date
New York homeowners ranking
11th largest writer
Homeowners insurance in New York in 2025
Key Terms
quarterly cash dividend, property and casualty insurance holding company, stockholders of record, homeowners insurance, +1 more
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quarterly cash dividend financial
"has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.05 per share"
A quarterly cash dividend is a payment made by a company to its shareholders four times a year, usually based on its profits. It is like a regular bonus or reward for owning the company's stock, providing shareholders with income. Many investors see these payments as a sign of the company's stability and its ability to generate consistent profits.
property and casualty insurance holding company financial
"Kingstone Companies, Inc. ... a property and casualty insurance holding company"
stockholders of record financial
"to stockholders of record at the close of business on May 11, 2026"
Stockholders of record are the people or entities whose names appear on a company's official shareholder list on a specific cutoff date set by the company or its transfer agent; only those listed are entitled to receive dividends, vote at shareholder meetings, or participate in other corporate actions. Think of it like a guest list for an event: being on the list on the set day determines who gets the benefits and rights, so investors must own shares before the cutoff to qualify.
homeowners insurance financial
"Kingstone delivers tailored homeowners insurance solutions through its sophisticated product suite"
Homeowners insurance is a contract that helps pay to repair or replace a house and its belongings after damage from events such as fire, storms, theft, or certain accidents, and it typically covers liability if someone is injured on the property. For investors, it matters because it reduces the direct financial risk tied to real estate and mortgages, influences homeowners’ ability to recover from losses, and drives revenue and potential claims costs for insurance companies—like a safety net that prevents individual damage from spreading into larger financial problems.
Nasdaq Capital Market financial
"Common Stock, $0.01 par value per share | KINS | Nasdaq Capital Market"
The Nasdaq Capital Market is a platform where smaller, emerging companies can list their shares for trading by investors. It provides these companies with access to funding and visibility, helping them grow, much like a local marketplace where new vendors can introduce their products to potential customers. For investors, it offers opportunities to discover early-stage companies with growth potential.
UNITED STATES
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FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT
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Date of Report April 27, 2026
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Item 7.01
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Regulation FD Disclosure.
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On April 27, 2026, Kingstone Companies, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release (the “Press Release”) announcing that the Company’s Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.05 per share payable on May 26, 2026 to stockholders of record at the close of business on May 11, 2026. A copy of the Press Release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 hereto.
The information in the Press Release is being furnished, not filed, pursuant to this Item 7.01. Accordingly, the information in the Press Release will not be subject to the liabilities of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), nor will it be deemed incorporated by reference into any registration statement filed by the Company under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or any filing under the Exchange Act, unless specifically identified therein as being incorporated therein by reference. The furnishing of the information in this Current Report on Form 8-K with respect to the Press Release is not intended to, and does not, constitute a determination or admission by the Company that the information in this Report with respect to the Press Release is material or complete, or that investors should consider this information before making an investment decision with respect to any security of the Company.
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Financial Statements and Exhibits.
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Press release, dated April 27, 2026, issued by Kingstone Companies, Inc.
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
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KINGSTONE COMPANIES, INC.
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Dated: April 27, 2026
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/s/ Randy Patten
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Randy Patten
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Chief Financial Officer
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Kingstone Declares Quarterly Dividend
KINGSTON, N.Y., April 27, 2026 – Kingstone Companies, Inc. (Nasdaq: KINS) (“Kingstone” or the “Company”), a property and casualty insurance holding company, today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.05 per share of common stock.
The Company will pay the dividend on May 26, 2026, to stockholders of record at the close of business on May 11, 2026.
About Kingstone Companies, Inc.
Kingstone is a regional property and casualty insurance holding company whose principal operating subsidiary is Kingstone Insurance Company ("KICO"). KICO is a New York domiciled carrier writing business through retail and wholesale agents and brokers. Kingstone delivers tailored homeowners insurance solutions through its sophisticated product suite, Select, supported by a scalable and efficient operating platform that enables the Company to pursue significant market opportunities and strategic expansion. KICO was the 11th largest writer of homeowners insurance in New York in 2025 and is also licensed in New Jersey, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, New Hampshire, and Maine.
Investor Relations Contact:
Elevate IR
KINS@elevate-ir.com
720-330-2829
FAQ
What dividend did Kingstone Companies (KINS) declare in this 8-K?
Kingstone Companies declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.05 per share of common stock. This payment reflects ongoing capital returns to shareholders as approved by the Board of Directors and disclosed in the company’s latest current report and press release.
When is the record date for Kingstone Companies (KINS) $0.05 dividend?
The record date for Kingstone’s $0.05 per share dividend is May 11, 2026. Shareholders listed as stockholders of record at the close of business on that date will be eligible to receive the declared quarterly cash dividend.
When will Kingstone Companies (KINS) pay its announced dividend?
Kingstone Companies will pay its declared quarterly cash dividend on May 26, 2026. Stockholders of record as of May 11, 2026, will receive the $0.05 per share dividend on that payment date, according to the company’s announcement.
What type of business is Kingstone Companies (KINS)?
Kingstone Companies is a regional property and casualty insurance holding company. Its principal operating subsidiary, Kingstone Insurance Company, focuses on homeowners insurance written through retail and wholesale agents and brokers across New York and several other Northeastern states.
In which states does Kingstone Insurance Company operate?
Kingstone Insurance Company is domiciled in New York and licensed in New Jersey, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, New Hampshire, and Maine. It primarily offers tailored homeowners insurance solutions through agents and brokers in these regional markets.
How large is Kingstone in the New York homeowners insurance market?
Kingstone Insurance Company was the 11th largest writer of homeowners insurance in New York in 2025. This ranking highlights its presence as a meaningful regional participant in the state’s homeowners insurance market during that year.