MGIC Investment Reports Strong Capital Returns and EPS Growth Amid Rising Losses

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MGIC Investment Corporation reported a slight decrease in net income but an increase in diluted EPS for 2025, driven by substantial share repurchases and increased dividends, while also noting a significant rise in incurred losses and an expectation for further increases in 2026.

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• 2025 Financial Performance

  Net income decreased slightly to $738.3 million from $763.0 million in 2024, but diluted EPS increased to $3.14 from $2.89, primarily due to share repurchases.

• Significant Share Repurchases

  The company repurchased 30.1 million shares for $782.0 million in 2025. As of December 31, 2025, $425.2 million remained under the existing share repurchase program through December 31, 2027. An additional 4.5 million shares were repurchased for $120.5 million year-to-date through February 20, 2026.

• Increased Dividends

  Cash dividends to shareholders increased in 2025, with quarterly payments rising from $0.13 to $0.15 per share. A Q1 2026 dividend of $0.15 per share has been declared.

• Rising Incurred Losses

  Net losses incurred significantly increased to $48.9 million in 2025, compared to a negative $14.9 million in 2024. Management expects net losses and loss adjustment expenses (LAE) paid to increase further in 2026.

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This annual report highlights MGIC Investment Corporation's robust capital management strategy, including the repurchase of $782.0 million in common stock during 2025 and increased cash dividends. The company also maintains a strong financial position, exceeding regulatory capital requirements (PMIERs and State Capital Requirements). However, a key concern is the significant increase in net losses incurred, moving from a negative $14.9 million in 2024 to a positive $48.9 million in 2025, with management expecting further increases in 2026. While diluted EPS grew due to fewer outstanding shares, the underlying profitability trend regarding losses warrants close monitoring. The outlook for flat new insurance written and in-force insurance, coupled with rising losses, suggests potential headwinds despite strong capital returns.