$KNSL

Kinsale Capital Group (KNSL) shares fell 18.3% in the past year, underperforming the industry. Concerns include commercial property pricing, competition, and slower premium growth. Analysts project 8.2% EPS growth and $1.98B revenue for 2026. The company's ROE is 25.5%, above the industry average. KNSL prioritizes profitability, with strong underwriting performance and targeted long-term growth in specific markets.

Essent Group (ESNT) reported Q2 revenue of $362.7M, up 13.6% YoY, beating estimates. Radian Group (RDN) reported $580.7M, up 95.7% YoY, missing EPS estimates. Kinsale Capital (KNSL) reported $548.5M, up 16.8% YoY, beating revenue and net premiums estimates. HCI Group (HCI) reported $246.7M, up 11.1% YoY, beating revenue and net premiums estimates.

Baron Generational Growth Fund reported a 2.51% Q2 loss, trailing benchmarks. The fund highlighted Kinsale Capital Group (KNSL), a P&C insurer, noting market softening impacted valuations. KNSL's stock is down 1.67% in the past month and 13.71% over a year, with a $8.37B market cap. The fund believes premium growth will reaccelerate, expanding multiples.

Markel Group (MKL) reported flat Q2 revenue ($4.02B) beating estimates by 1.1% but missed EPS and book value per share. Essent Group (ESNT) saw revenue rise 13.6% ($362.7M), beating estimates by 9.7%. Radian Group (RDN) revenue up 95.7% ($580.7M) but missed EPS. Kinsale Capital (KNSL) revenue up 16.8% ($548.5M), beating estimates by 14.9%. The Hanover (THG) revenue up 4% ($1.72B) but missed estimates by 0.5%.

Kinsale Capital Group (KNSL) focuses on small and mid-sized accounts to drive growth in the excess and surplus (E&S) market, despite softening pricing. The strategy targets less competitive areas while maintaining underwriting discipline. In Q2 2026, over half of Kinsale's divisions saw double-digit submission growth, and the company launched nine new products. Kinsale's combined ratio was 75.5%, indicating strong underwriting profitability. Peers RLI Corp. (RLI) and W.R. Berkley (WRB) are also

Kinsale Capital Group (KNSL) shares rose 19.6% in the past three months, outperforming its industry. The company has beaten earnings estimates for four consecutive quarters, with an average surprise of 8.9%. However, its premium valuation and commercial property pricing weakness may limit further gains. Analysts project 2026 EPS and revenue growth of 8.2% and 5.5%, respectively. KNSL's ROE was 25.8% for the trailing 12 months, reflecting efficient use of shareholder funds.

Kinsale Capital Group (KNSL) declared a $0.25 per-share dividend and received an AM Best credit rating upgrade to 'bbb+'. The company projects $2.1B revenue and $492.7M earnings by 2029, with growth driven by disciplined underwriting and niche focus. Analysts highlight risks like competition and catastrophe exposure.

Kinsale Capital Group (KNSL) shares rose 2.7% after AM Best upgraded its Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating to 'bbb+' from 'bbb', citing business strength. The company's Q2 2026 earnings of $5.54 per share and revenue of $548.5M beat estimates. The stock closed at $372.85, down 5.5% YTD but up 104.7% over 5 years.

Simply Wall St discusses Kinsale Capital Group (KNSL) after it reported Q2 2026 revenue of $548.52M and net income of $175.87M, with higher EPS year over year. For H1 2026, it increased revenue and completed a $163.74M share repurchase retiring 2.11% of shares. It cites 2029 projections of $2.1B revenue and $492.7M earnings.

Kinsale Capital Group reported Q2 2026 net income of $175.9 million, or $7.72 per diluted share, up 34% from Q2 2025, despite property premiums pressure. Gross written premiums fell 5.0% to $527.6 million, and property division premiums dropped 32.7%. The company also repurchased $100 million of shares and authorized an additional $250 million.