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The earnings call summary shows mixed results: strong improvement in National's performance due to reduced losses and LAE, but MBIA Insurance Corp. faces losses and declining resources. The Q&A reveals uncertainties about strategic decisions and potential delays in oversight board approvals. While the company has buyback capacity and improved net income, the unresolved PREPA exposure and unclear strategic direction temper enthusiasm. The market may remain cautious, leading to a neutral stock price movement.
Net Loss (GAAP) $8 million (compared to $56 million in Q3 2024), a significant improvement due to lower losses and LAE at National, primarily on its PREPA exposure.
Losses and LAE (National) Net benefit of $54 million (compared to a loss of $2 million in Q3 2024), driven by revising the range of outcomes and timing of resolution in PREPA loss reserving, dismissal of certain FOMB members, increased bondholder representation, and sale of PREPA bankruptcy claims at higher prices.
Adjusted Net Income (Non-GAAP) $51 million or $1.03 per share (compared to an adjusted net loss of $174,000 or $0.00 per share in Q3 2024), primarily due to the losses and LAE benefit at National.
Book Value Per Share Negative $43.17 (due to MBIA Insurance Corp.'s negative book value per share of $52.64).
Corporate Segment Assets $650 million (as of September 30, 2025), including $354 million in unencumbered cash and liquid assets, down from $380 million as of December 31, 2024, due to debt payments.
National Statutory Net Income $73 million (compared to $19 million in Q3 2024), driven by statutory losses and LAE benefit of $56 million.
National Statutory Capital $994 million (up $82 million from December 31, 2024), driven by year-to-date net income.
National Claims Paying Resources $1.5 billion (consistent with December 31, 2024).
MBIA Insurance Corp. Statutory Net Loss $25 million (compared to statutory net income of $2 million in Q3 2024), due to losses in LAE of $25 million driven by lower expected recoveries of paid claims associated with Zohar CDOs.
MBIA Insurance Corp. Statutory Capital $79 million (down $9 million from December 31, 2024), due to year-to-date net loss net of an increase in admitted assets.
MBIA Insurance Corp. Claims Paying Resources $326 million (compared to $356 million at December 31, 2024).
National Insured Gross Par Outstanding $23.2 billion (down $2.1 billion from year-end 2024).
MBIA Insurance Corp. Insured Gross Par Outstanding $2.1 billion (down from $2.3 billion at year-end 2024).
Financial Performance: The company reported a consolidated GAAP net loss of $8 million for Q3 2025, a significant improvement from the $56 million net loss in Q3 2024. This was driven by lower losses and LAE at National, primarily related to PREPA exposure.
PREPA Exposure Management: National's PREPA exposure was reduced through the sale of $374 million in bankruptcy claims and higher estimated recoveries. Remaining exposure stands at $425 million gross par outstanding.
Statutory Results: National reported statutory net income of $73 million for Q3 2025, up from $19 million in Q3 2024. MBIA Insurance Corp. reported a statutory net loss of $25 million for Q3 2025, compared to a net income of $2 million in Q3 2024.
Claims Paying Resources: National's claims paying resources remained stable at $1.5 billion, while MBIA Insurance Corp.'s resources declined to $326 million from $356 million at year-end 2024.
Bondholder Collaboration: PREPA bondholders representing 90% of the outstanding bonds have united in opposition to the proposed confirmation plan, indicating a strategic shift in stakeholder alignment.
PREPA Exposure: The company faces significant uncertainty in resolving National's PREPA exposure, which amounts to $425 million of gross par outstanding. The administrative expense claims litigation has restarted, and bondholders representing 90% of PREPA's bonds oppose the proposed confirmation plan, creating challenges in achieving resolution.
Zohar CDOs: MBIA Insurance Corp. experienced statutory losses in LAE of $25 million in Q3 2025 due to lower expected recoveries of paid claims associated with the Zohar CDOs, negatively impacting its financial performance.
Corporate Segment Debt: The corporate segment's unencumbered cash and liquid assets decreased from $380 million to $354 million due to the payment of principal and interest on corporate debt, potentially limiting financial flexibility.
MBIA Insurance Corp. Financial Health: MBIA Insurance Corp.'s statutory capital decreased by $9 million in 2025, and its claims-paying resources declined from $356 million to $326 million, reflecting ongoing financial strain.
Resolution of National's PREPA exposure: The company is prioritizing resolving National's PREPA exposure, but the path and timing of the resolution remain uncertain. Administrative expense claims litigation has restarted after being temporarily stayed.
National's insured portfolio performance: The gross par amount outstanding for National's insured portfolio is expected to continue declining, with a leverage ratio of 23:1 as of the end of Q3 2025. Claims paying resources are $1.5 billion, and statutory capital and surplus are nearly $1 billion.
Corporate segment financial position: The corporate segment's unencumbered cash and liquid assets totaled $354 million as of September 30, 2025, down from $380 million at the end of 2024, primarily due to debt payments. Total assets are approximately $650 million.
MBIA Insurance Corp. outlook: The statutory capital of MBIA Insurance Corp. was $79 million as of September 30, 2025, down $9 million from year-end 2024. Claims paying resources totaled $326 million, and insured gross par outstanding was $2.1 billion, down from $2.3 billion at year-end 2024.
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The earnings call summary shows mixed results: strong improvement in National's performance due to reduced losses and LAE, but MBIA Insurance Corp. faces losses and declining resources. The Q&A reveals uncertainties about strategic decisions and potential delays in oversight board approvals. While the company has buyback capacity and improved net income, the unresolved PREPA exposure and unclear strategic direction temper enthusiasm. The market may remain cautious, leading to a neutral stock price movement.
The earnings call summary and Q&A indicate several uncertainties and potential negative trends, particularly around PREPA exposure and restructuring impacts. While there are some positive financial metrics, such as increased statutory capital and reduced losses, the market uncertainty around PREPA, lack of clarity on restructuring impacts, and potential sale uncertainty weigh negatively. The Q&A highlighted unclear responses from management and unresolved issues, which likely contribute to a negative market sentiment and stock price reaction.
The earnings call reveals a mix of improved financial metrics but significant ongoing risks. The uncertainty surrounding the $800 million PREPA claim and high leverage ratio pose considerable risks. The lack of shareholder return announcements and negative book value per share further dampen sentiment. Although there are improvements in net losses and statutory capital, the absence of clear guidance and strategic clarity in the Q&A section adds to the negative outlook. Without a market cap, the overall sentiment leans negative, suggesting a potential stock price decline of -2% to -8%.
The earnings call summary and Q&A reveal several negative factors: declining statutory capital and claims paying resources, increased losses, and regulatory challenges. Although there are improvements in some financial metrics, the overall sentiment is negative due to uncertainties surrounding PREPA, the lack of a shareholder return plan, and unclear management responses. The Q&A highlights concerns about strategic and financial uncertainties, further supporting a negative outlook. Without a market cap, we assume moderate impact, leading to a predicted stock price movement in the negative range (-2% to -8%).
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