Tiptree Inc. announced the acquisition of Universal Shield Insurance Group for $100 million in cash, subject to regulatory approvals and expected to close in Q1 2027. The company also reported second-quarter 2026 results, including a sale of Fortegra generating $372.2 million after-tax gain and a book value of $24.34 per share. Additionally, the board declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.06 per share with a record date of August 17, 2026, and payment on August 24, 2026. Tiptree Inc. operates as a specialty insurance holding company focused on property and casualty markets.