Essent Group upgraded by Keefe Bruyette with a new price target
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Keefe Bruyette upgraded Essent Group from Mkt Perform to Outperform and set a new price target of $70.00 from $65.00 previously
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| Date | Price Target | Rating | Analyst |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7/7/2025 | $67.00 | Outperform → Mkt Perform | Keefe Bruyette |
| 4/8/2025 | $60.00 | Neutral → Overweight | Analyst |
| 1/6/2025 | $69.00 → $58.00 | Overweight → Equal Weight | Barclays |
| 8/5/2024 | $65.00 → $70.00 | Mkt Perform → Outperform | Keefe Bruyette |
| 4/3/2024 | $58.00 → $61.00 | Overweight → Neutral | JP Morgan |
| 12/6/2023 | $54.00 | Neutral | UBS |
| 11/15/2023 | $60.00 | Overweight | Barclays |
| 6/13/2023 | $50.00 | Outperform → Mkt Perform | Keefe Bruyette |
Essent Group Ltd. (NYSE:ESNT) today reported net income for the quarter ended June 30, 2025 of $195.3 million or $1.93 per diluted share, compared to $203.6 million or $1.91 per diluted share for the quarter ended June 30, 2024. Essent also announced today that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.31 per common share. The dividend is payable on September 10, 2025, to shareholders of record on August 29, 2025. "We are pleased with our second quarter 2025 financial results, which reflect continued strength in credit, elevated portfolio persistency and increased investment income," said Mark A. Casale, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "Essent's consisten
Essent Group Ltd. (NYSE:ESNT) today announced that it will hold a conference call on Friday, August 8, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss the Company's second quarter 2025 results, which will be announced prior to the market open on the same day. The conference call will be broadcast live over the Internet at http://ir.essentgroup.com/events-and-presentations/events/default.aspx. The call may also be accessed by dialing 888-330-2384 inside the U.S., or 240-789-2701 for international callers, using passcode 9824537 or by referencing Essent. A replay of the webcast will be available on the Essent website approximately two hours after the live broadcast ends for a period of one ye
Essent Group Ltd. (NYSE:ESNT) announced today that David Benson and April Galda Joyce have joined its Board of Directors. "We are pleased to welcome David and April to our Board of Directors," said Mark A. Casale, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "David's deep expertise in housing finance and leadership will provide critical guidance for our mortgage insurance franchise. April's extensive management and operational experience in insurance and financial services will support our strategic growth as a specialty insurer." David Benson has over 30 years of experience in mortgage credit, finance, and capital markets. From 2002 to 2024, Mr. Benson held roles at Federal National Mortgage As
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Keefe Bruyette downgraded Essent Group from Outperform to Mkt Perform and set a new price target of $67.00
Analyst upgraded Essent Group from Neutral to Overweight and set a new price target of $60.00
Barclays downgraded Essent Group from Overweight to Equal Weight and set a new price target of $58.00 from $69.00 previously
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Essent Appoints Chief Financial Officer Essent Group Ltd. (NYSE:ESNT), a leading provider of mortgage insurance and reinsurance, announced today the promotion of David B. Weinstock to the role of Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer of Essent Group Ltd. Weinstock has served as interim Chief Financial Officer since June 28, 2022, and as Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer since 2009. "Dave brings a deep understanding of our business and the mortgage insurance industry," said Mark Casale, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "I look forward to his leadership as Chief Financial Officer and continued support of our business and long-term growth of the Essent franchise." We
Essent Appoints New President of MI Operating Company Essent Group Ltd. (NYSE:ESNT) announced today the promotion of Christopher G. Curran to the role of President of Essent Guaranty, Inc., a nationwide provider of mortgage insurance (MI) and subsidiary of Essent Group Ltd. As President, Curran will have responsibility for the overall operations of the MI company including, business development, IT, operations, public policy and risk and report directly to Mark A. Casale who will continue to serve as Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chief Executive Officer of Essent Group Ltd. and its subsidiaries. "Chris's deep knowledge of our industry and business along with his broad operations
Essent Group Ltd. (NYSE:ESNT) today reported net income for the quarter ended June 30, 2025 of $195.3 million or $1.93 per diluted share, compared to $203.6 million or $1.91 per diluted share for the quarter ended June 30, 2024. Essent also announced today that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.31 per common share. The dividend is payable on September 10, 2025, to shareholders of record on August 29, 2025. "We are pleased with our second quarter 2025 financial results, which reflect continued strength in credit, elevated portfolio persistency and increased investment income," said Mark A. Casale, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "Essent's consisten
Essent Group Ltd. (NYSE:ESNT) today announced that it will hold a conference call on Friday, August 8, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss the Company's second quarter 2025 results, which will be announced prior to the market open on the same day. The conference call will be broadcast live over the Internet at http://ir.essentgroup.com/events-and-presentations/events/default.aspx. The call may also be accessed by dialing 888-330-2384 inside the U.S., or 240-789-2701 for international callers, using passcode 9824537 or by referencing Essent. A replay of the webcast will be available on the Essent website approximately two hours after the live broadcast ends for a period of one ye
Essent Group Ltd. (NYSE:ESNT) today reported net income for the quarter ended March 31, 2025 of $175.4 million or $1.69 per diluted share, compared to $181.7 million or $1.70 per diluted share for the quarter ended March 31, 2024. Essent also announced today that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.31 per common share. The dividend is payable on June 10, 2025, to shareholders of record on May 30, 2025. "We are pleased with our first quarter 2025 financial results, as we continue to benefit from favorable credit performance, elevated portfolio persistency and higher investment income," said Mark A. Casale, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "We remain con
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