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Kingstone Companies reported record second-quarter 2026 financial results with diluted net income of $1.05 per share…
KINSKingstone Companies, Inc.
Kingstone Companies reported record second-quarter 2026 financial results with diluted net income of $1.05 per share and net premiums earned growth of 30.8% to $60.5 million. The company achieved a GAAP net combined ratio of 70.2%, driven by favorable prior-year reserve development and a negative catastrophe loss ratio. Management reaffirmed full-year 2026 guidance, projecting direct premium written growth of 16% to 20% and diluted EPS between $2.20 and $2.90. Additionally, Kingstone increased its quarterly dividend by 20% to $0.06 per share in July and announced a new share repurchase authorization for up to 1,000,000 shares. The company operates as a regional property and casualty insurance holding company specializing in homeowners insurance.