The chart below shows how MTG performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, MTG sees a -2.06% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +1.39% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by -0.07%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Net Income and ROE: In the third quarter, we earned net income of $200 million and generated an annualized return on equity of 15.6%.
Insurance Metrics Update: Insurance in force ended the quarter at $293 billion, up slightly quarter-over-quarter, with annual persistency ending the quarter at 85%, flat compared to the last quarter.
New Insurance Growth: We wrote $17.2 billion of new insurance in the quarter, up 27% from the prior quarter.
Share Repurchase and Dividends: Our capital position supported the repurchase of 5.2 million shares of common stock for $123 million and the payment of a quarterly common stock dividend of $34 million.
Payout Ratio Analysis: Combined, these represent a 79% payout ratio of the quarter's net income.
Negative
Net Income Decline: Net income decreased to $200 million, reflecting a decline from previous quarters.
Decline in Return on Equity: The annualized return on equity dropped to 15.6%, indicating a decrease in profitability.
Insurance Force Stability: The insurance force ended the quarter at $293 billion, which is flat compared to the last quarter.
Insurance Growth Volatility: The company wrote $17.2 billion of new insurance, which is a 27% increase from the prior quarter, but still indicates volatility in growth.
Delinquency Rate Increase: The delinquency rate increased by 15 basis points to 2.24%, which is consistent with seasonal trends and below pre-pandemic levels.
MGIC Investment Corporation (MTG) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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