Biggest changeInnovations Segment Results for the Innovations segment were as follows: Year ended December 31, 2024 % Change 2023 % Change 2022 Gross premiums written $ 94,725 6.9 % $ 88,602 74.6 % $ 50,739 Net premiums written $ 80,016 (4.3) % $ 83,608 76.7 % $ 47,328 Net premiums earned $ 86,352 20.3 % $ 71,769 116.3 % $ 33,184 Net loss and LAE incurred (51,939) (44,855) (23,151) Acquisition costs (27,151) (22,381) (11,111) Other underwriting expenses (3,682) (2,760) (1,946) Underwriting income (loss) 3,580 1,773 (3,024) Net investment income 702 (74.3) % 2,732 (72.3) % 9,869 Corporate and other expenses (2,445) (20.6) % (3,080) (10.8) % (3,452) Income before income taxes $ 1,837 $ 1,425 $ 3,393 Underwriting ratios: 2024 % Point Change 2023 % Point Change 2022 Loss ratio 60.1 % (2.4) % 62.5 % (7.3) % 69.8 % Acquisition cost ratio 31.4 % 0.2 % 31.2 % (2.3) % 33.5 % Composite ratio 91.5 % (2.2) % 93.7 % (9.6) % 103.3 % Underwriting expenses ratio 4.3 % 0.5 % 3.8 % (2.1) % 5.9 % Combined ratio 95.8 % (1.7) % 97.5 % (11.7) % 109.2 % Gross Premiums Written Gross premiums written by line of business were as follows: % Change 2024 2023 2022 2024 to 2023 2023 to 2022 Casualty $ 24,843 26.2 % $ 19,447 21.9 % $ 5,653 11.1 % 27.7 % 244.0 % Financial 7,800 8.2 % 6,955 7.8 % 2,617 5.2 % 12.1 % 165.8 % Health 4,631 4.9 % 3,998 4.5 % 7,201 14.2 % 15.8 % (44.5) % Multiline 47,311 49.9 % 50,490 57.0 % 30,816 60.7 % (6.3) % 63.8 % Specialty 10,140 10.8 % 7,712 8.8 % 4,452 8.8 % 31.5 % 73.2 % Total $ 94,725 100.0 % $ 88,602 100.0 % $ 50,739 100.0 % 6.9 % 74.6 % Gross premiums written in 2024 increased by $6.1 million or 6.9%, compared to 2023.
Biggest changeIncome before income taxes Income before income taxes for the Open Market segment was $69.7 million for 2025, compared to $47.7 million in 2024, driven predominantly by strong underwriting profits; partially offset by lower net investment income. 62 Return to table of contents Innovations Segment Results for the Innovations segment were as follows: Year ended December 31 2025 2024 % Change Gross premiums written $ 121,598 $ 94,725 28 % Net premiums written $ 90,233 $ 80,016 13 % Net premiums earned $ 85,626 $ 86,352 (1) % Net loss and LAE incurred (51,472) (51,939) Acquisition costs (26,818) (27,151) Other underwriting expenses (7,513) (3,682) Underwriting income (loss) (177) 3,580 Net investment income (10,064) 702 Corporate and other expenses (2,703) (2,445) 11 % Income (loss) before income taxes $ (12,944) $ 1,837 Underwriting ratios: 2025 2024 % Point Change Loss ratio 60.1 % 60.1 % — Acquisition cost ratio 31.3 % 31.4 % (0.1) Composite ratio 91.4 % 91.5 % (0.1) Underwriting expenses ratio 8.8 % 4.3 % 4.5 Combined ratio 100.2 % 95.8 % 4.4 Gross Premiums Written Gross premiums written by line of business within our Innovations segment were as follows: Year ended December 31 2025 2024 Change Casualty $ 31,378 26 % $ 24,843 26 % $ 6,535 Financial 9,781 8 % 7,800 8 % 1,981 Health 9,087 7 % 4,631 5 % 4,456 Multiline 58,733 48 % 47,311 50 % 11,422 Specialty 12,619 10 % 10,140 11 % 2,479 Total $ 121,598 100 % $ 94,725 100 % $ 26,873 Gross premiums written in 2025 increased by $26.9 million, or 28%, compared to 2024.
Our reinsurance business inherently provides liquidity as premiums are received in advance of the time claims are paid. However, the amount of cash required to fund loss payments can fluctuate significantly from period to period due to the low frequency / high severity nature of certain types of business we write.
Our reinsurance business inherently provides liquidity as premiums are received in advance of the time claims are paid. However, the amount of cash required to fund loss payments can fluctuate significantly from period to period due to the low frequency / high severity nature of certain types of reinsurance business we write.
We estimate our reserves for these large events on a by-contract basis by reviewing policies with known or potential exposure to a particular loss event. For non-catastrophe losses, we apply standard actuarial methodologies in setting reserves, including paid and incurred loss development, Bornheutter-Ferguson, burning cost, and frequency and severity techniques.
Specifically for catastrophe losses, we estimate our reserves for these large events on a by-contract basis by reviewing policies with known or potential exposure to a particular loss event. For non-catastrophe losses, we apply standard actuarial methodologies in setting reserves, including paid and incurred loss development, Bornheutter-Ferguson, burning cost, and frequency and severity techniques.
Corporate and other expenses consist primarily of compensation costs related to non-underwriting activities, including Innovations related investments and corporate personnel. Additionally, these also include professional fees (non-claim related), travel and entertainment, information technology, rent, and other general operating costs, net of an allocation to underwriting expenses.
Corporate and other expenses consist primarily of compensation costs related to non-underwriting activities, including Innovations related investments and corporate personnel. Additionally, these also include professional fees (non-claim related), director compensation, travel and entertainment, information technology, rent, and other general operating costs, net of an allocation to underwriting expenses.
The minimum and deposit premium is generally based on an estimate of subject premiums expected to be written by the client during the contract term. At the inception of the contract, we record the total contractual minimum and deposit premium, which is subsequently adjusted when the actual subject premium is known.
The minimum deposit premium is generally based on an estimate of subject premiums expected to be written by the client during the contract term. At the inception of the contract, we record the total contractual minimum deposit premium, which is subsequently adjusted when the actual subject premium is known.
The recognition of gross premiums written will vary based on the type of the reinsurance contract as follows: • Excess of loss contracts : typically the contracts state premiums as a percentage of the subject premiums written by the client, subject to a minimum and deposit premium.
The recognition of gross premiums written will vary based on the type of the reinsurance contract as follows: • Excess of loss contracts : typically the contracts state premiums as a percentage of the subject premiums written by the client, subject to a minimum deposit premium.
The change is also influenced by the amount and timing of net premiums written during the current year and prior years, coupled with the business mix written in the form of excess of loss versus proportional contracts.
The change is influenced by the amount and timing of net premiums written during the current year and prior years, coupled with the business mix written in the form of excess of loss versus proportional contracts.
Investments Valuation We carry our investment in Solasglas at fair value, based on the most recent net asset value obtained from Solasglas’ third-party administrator.
Investments Valuation We carry our investment in Solasglas at fair value, based on the most recent net asset value (“NAV”) obtained from Solasglas’ third-party administrator.
Please refer to Notes 2 “ Significant Accounting Policies - Loss and Loss Adjustment Expense Reserves and Recoverable ” and 7 “ Loss and Loss Adjustment Expense Reserves ” of our consolidated financial statements for a more detailed explanation of our loss reserving methodology and the loss development tables by accident year, respectively, as required under U.S. GAAP.
Please refer to Notes 2 “ Significant Accounting Policies - Loss and Loss Adjustment Expense Reserves and Recoverable ” and 8 “ Loss and Loss Adjustment Expense Reserves ” of our consolidated financial statements for a more detailed explanation of our loss reserving methodology and the loss development tables by accident year, respectively, as required under U.S. GAAP.
We determine realized gains and losses from other investments based on the specific identification method (by reference to cost or amortized cost, as appropriate). These gains and losses are also included in “Net investment income (loss)” in the consolidated statements of operations. 71 Return to table of contents
We determine realized gains and losses 75 Return to table of contents from other investments based on the specific identification method (by reference to cost or amortized cost, as appropriate). These gains and losses are also included in “Net investment income (loss)” in the consolidated statements of operations.
Investments in Solasglas DME Advisors reports the composition of Solasglas’ portfolio on a delta-adjusted basis, which it believes is the appropriate manner to assess the exposure and profile of investments and reflects how it manages the portfolio. An option’s delta is the option price’s sensitivity to the underlying stock (or commodity) price.
DME Advisors reports the composition of Solasglas’ portfolio on a delta-adjusted basis, which it believes is the appropriate manner to assess the exposure and profile of investments and reflects how it manages the portfolio. An option’s delta is the option price’s sensitivity to the underlying stock (or commodity) price.
In addition to the above capital, we also have LOC facilities to support our reinsurance business operations where we are not licensed or admitted as a reinsurer (see Note 9 “ Debt and Credit Facilities ” of the consolidated financial statements for further information).
In addition to the above capital, we also have LOC facilities to support our reinsurance business operations where we are not licensed or admitted as a reinsurer (see Note 10 “ Debt and Credit Facilities ” of the consolidated financial statements for further information).
See Note 7 “ Loss and Loss Adjustment Expense Reserves ” of the consolidated financial statements for a summary of changes in outstanding loss and LAE reserves, current year CAT losses, prior period reserve development, and analysis of our incurred and paid claims development and claims duration for each of our reporting segments.
See Note 8 “ Loss and Loss Adjustment Expense Reserves ” of the consolidated financial statements for a summary of changes in outstanding loss and LAE reserves, current year CAT losses, prior period reserve development, and analysis of our incurred and paid claims development and claims duration for each of our reporting segments.
Our goal is to build long-term shareholder value by providing risk management solutions to the insurance, reinsurance, and other risk marketplaces. Refer to “ Part 1, Item 1. Business ” for additional information.
Our goal is to build long-term shareholder value by providing risk management solutions to the insurance, reinsurance, and other risk marketplaces. Refer to “Part 1, Item 1. Business ” for additional information.
ITEM 7. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS The following is management’s discussion and analysis (“MD&A”) of the financial condition and results of operations for the years ended December 31, 2024, and 2023.
ITEM 7. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS The following is management’s discussion and analysis (“MD&A”) of the financial condition and results of operations for the years ended December 31, 2025, and 2024.
Refer to Note 7 Loss and LAE Reserves to the consolidated financial statements for further details on the lines of business and prior year development.
Refer to Note 8 Loss and LAE Reserves to the consolidated financial statements for further details on the lines of business and prior year development.
The change is also influenced by the amount and timing of net premiums written during the current year and prior years, coupled with the business mix written in the form of excess of loss versus proportional contracts.
This is influenced by the amount and timing of net premiums written during the current year and prior years, coupled with the business mix written in the form of excess of loss versus proportional contracts.
The following table presents a reconciliation of the fully diluted book value per share to basic book value per share (the most directly comparable U.S. GAAP financial measure): December 31, 2024 December 31, 2023 December 31, 2022 Numerator for basic and fully diluted book value per share: Total equity as reported under U.S.
The following table presents a reconciliation of the fully diluted book value per share to basic book value per share (the most directly comparable U.S. GAAP financial measure): At December 31, 2025 2024 Numerator for basic and fully diluted book value per share: Total equity as reported under U.S.
Under this methodology, a total return swap’s exposure is reported at its full notional amount and options are reported at their delta-adjusted basis. At December 31, 2024, Solasglas’ exposure to gold on a delta-adjusted basis was 10.1% (2023: 11.2%).
Under this methodology, a total return swap’s exposure is reported at its full notional amount and options are reported at their delta-adjusted basis. At December 31, 2025, Solasglas’ exposure to gold on a delta-adjusted basis was 11.9% (2024: 10.1%).
Operating Subsidiaries Our sources of funds from operating subsidiaries consist primarily of premium receipts (net of brokerage and ceding commissions), investment income, and other income. We use cash from our operations to pay losses and loss adjustment expenses, profit commissions, interest, and G&A expenses.
Operating Subsidiaries Our sources of funds from operating subsidiaries consist primarily of premium receipts (net of brokerage and ceding commissions), investment income, and other income. We use cash from our operations to pay losses and loss 69 Return to table of contents adjustment expenses, profit commissions, interest, and G&A expenses.
However, to provide us with flexibility and timely access to public capital markets should we require additional capital for working capital, capital expenditures, acquisitions, or other general corporate purposes, we have renewed our $200.0 million shelf registration by filing the Form S-3 registration statement with the SEC, which became effective on July 5, 2024, and will expire on July 1, 2027.
However, to provide us with flexibility and timely access to public capital markets should we require additional capital for working capital, capital expenditures, acquisitions, or other general corporate purposes, we have a $200.0 million shelf registration (Form S-3 registration statement) filed with the SEC, which became effective on July 5, 2024, and will expire on July 1, 2027.
The ability to pay dividends and/or distributions is limited by: • the applicable laws and regulations of the countries in which Greenlight Capital Re’s subsidiaries operate (see Note 18 “ Statutory Requirements ” to the consolidated financial statements); • the need to maintain adequate capital levels to support our reinsurance operations; and 64 Return to table of contents • the need to preserve our current “A- (Excellent)” rating by A.M.
The ability to pay dividends and/or distributions is limited by: • the applicable laws and regulations of the countries in which Greenlight Capital Re’s subsidiaries operate (see Note 19 “ Statutory Requirements ” to the consolidated financial statements); • the need to maintain adequate capital levels to support our reinsurance operations; and • the need to preserve our current “A (Excellent)” rating by A.M.
Premium Recognition Gross Premiums Written We record our property and casualty reinsurance premiums as premiums written based on our best estimate of the ultimate premiums for the contract period. Our estimates are based on actuarial pricing models, information received from ceding companies, and from Lloyd’s syndicates (for FAL business).
Premium Recognition Gross Premiums Written We record our property and casualty reinsurance premiums as premiums written based on our best estimate of the ultimate premiums for the contract period. Our estimates are based on actuarial pricing models, information 71 Return to table of contents received from ceding companies, and from Lloyd’s syndicates (for FAL business).
Such review includes our experience with the ceding companies, managing general underwriters, familiarity with each market, the timing of the reported information, a comparison of reported premiums to 67 Return to table of contents expected ultimate premiums, along with a review of the aging and collection of premiums.
Such review includes our experience with the ceding companies, managing general underwriters, familiarity with each market, the timing of the reported information, a comparison of reported premiums to expected ultimate premiums, along with a review of the aging and collection of premiums.
These procedures are incorporated in our internal controls and are regularly evaluated and amended as market conditions, risk factors, and unanticipated areas of exposure develop. We engage an independent third-party actuarial firm to perform a quarterly reserve review and annually opine on the reasonableness and adequacy of the aggregate loss reserves.
These procedures are incorporated in our internal controls and are regularly evaluated and amended as market conditions, risk factors, and unanticipated areas of exposure develop. 74 Return to table of contents We engage an independent third-party actuarial firm to perform a reserve review and opine on the reasonableness and adequacy of the aggregate loss reserves.
The nature and extent of our judgment in the reserving process depend in part upon the type of business. Some of our property treaty reinsurance contracts represent business with a low frequency of claims occurrence and a high potential loss severity, such as claims arising from natural catastrophes.
The nature and extent of our judgment in the reserving process depend in part upon the type of business. Some of our contracts represent business with a low frequency of claims occurrence and a high potential loss severity, such as claims arising from natural catastrophes and large loss events.
We use the following non-GAAP financial measure in this Annual Report. Fully Diluted Book Value Per Share Our primary financial goal is to increase fully diluted book value per share over the long term. We use fully diluted book value as a financial measure in our incentive compensation plan.
We use the following non-GAAP financial measure in this Annual Report. 56 Return to table of contents Fully Diluted Book Value Per Share Our primary financial goal is to increase fully diluted book value per share over the long term. We use fully diluted book value as a financial measure in our incentive compensation plan.
For the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023, and 2022, we incurred an underwriting loss of $16.8 million, $18.4 million, and $6.0 million, respectively, including prior year adverse development of $6.2 million, $7.2 million, and $0.9 million, respectively. This was partially offset by investment income of $1.4 million, $2.3 million, and $0.1 million, respectively, relating to this runoff business.
For the years ended December 31, 2025, and 2024, we incurred an underwriting loss of $1.8 million, and $16.8 million respectively, including prior year adverse development of $2.0 million and $6.2 million, respectively. This was partially offset by investment income of $1.0 million and $1.4 million, respectively, relating to this runoff business.
GAAP measure, which in our view is the basic book value per share. 52 Return to table of contents We calculate basic book value per share as (a) ending shareholders' equity, divided by (b) the total ordinary shares issued and outstanding, as reported in the consolidated financial statements.
GAAP measure, which in our view is the basic book value per share. We calculate basic book value per share as (a) ending shareholders' equity, divided by (b) the total ordinary shares issued and outstanding, as reported in the consolidated financial statements.
See Note 8 “ Retrocession ” of the consolidated financial statements for a description of the credit risk associated with our retrocessionaires. 63 Return to table of contents Catastrophe Loss Exposure Most of our contracts have defined limits of liability that cap our risk exposure. Once these limits are reached, we are not liable for further losses.
See Note 9 “ Retrocession ” of the consolidated financial statements for a description of the credit risk associated with our retrocessionaires. Catastrophe Loss Exposure Most of our contracts have defined limits of liability that cap our risk exposure. Once these limits are reached, we are not liable for further losses.
The following table provides a breakdown of the gross and net investment return for Solasglas: 61 Return to table of contents 2024 2023 Long portfolio gains (losses) 10.3 % 32.1 % Short portfolio gains (losses) (2.3) (22.1) Macro gains (losses) 4.4 3.7 Other income and expenses 1 (1.6) (3.2) Gross investment return 10.8 % 10.5 % Net investment return 1 9.8 % 9.4 % 1 “Other income and expenses” excludes performance compensation but includes management fees.
The following table provides a breakdown of the gross and net investment return for Solasglas: 2025 2024 Long portfolio gains 2.8 % 10.3 % Short portfolio losses (8.1) % (2.3) % Macro gains 14.9 % 4.4 % Other income and expenses (1) (1.2) % (1.6) % Gross investment return 8.4 % 10.8 % Net investment return (1) 7.5 % 9.8 % 1 “Other income and expenses” excludes performance compensation but includes management fees.
Our loss and LAE reserves are composed of case reserves (based on claims reported to us) and IBNR reserves, including the associated claims handling costs.
Our loss and LAE reserves are composed of case reserves (based on claims reported to us), including ACR, and IBNR reserves. These reserves include the associated estimated claims handling costs.
The delta-adjusted basis is the number of shares or contracts underlying the option multiplied by the delta and the underlying stock (or commodity) price. 62 Return to table of contents The following table represents the composition of Solasglas’ investments: At December 31, 2024 2023 Long % Short % Long % Short % Equities and related derivatives 73.9 (43.3) 90.2 (53.8) Private and unlisted equity securities 2.1 — 2.0 — Debt instruments 0.1 — 0.3 — Total 76.1 % (43.3) % 92.5 % (53.8) % The above exposure analysis does not include cash (U.S. dollar and foreign currencies), gold and other commodities, credit default swaps, sovereign debt, foreign currency derivatives, interest rate derivatives, inflation swaps and other macro positions.
The delta-adjusted basis is the number of shares or contracts underlying the option multiplied by the delta and the underlying stock (or commodity) price. 66 Return to table of contents The following table represents the composition of Solasglas’ investments as a percentage of the investment portfolio: At December 31, 2025 2024 Long % Short % Long % Short % Equities and related derivatives 91.0 (53.3) 73.9 (43.3) Private and unlisted equity securities 1.9 — 2.1 — Debt instruments 0.1 — 0.1 — Total 93.0 % (53.3) % 76.1 % (43.3) % The above exposure analysis does not include cash (U.S. dollar and foreign currencies), gold and other commodities, credit default swaps, sovereign debt, foreign currency derivatives, interest rate derivatives, inflation swaps and other macro positions.
Page Overview 51 Business Overview 51 Outlook and Trends 51 Revenues and Expenses 51 Key Financial Measures and Non-GAAP Measures 52 Consolidated Results of Operations 54 Results by Segment 56 Open Market Segment 56 Innovations Segment 59 Other Corporate 61 Runoff Underwriting Business 61 Income from Investment in Solasglas 61 Financial Condition 62 Liquidity and Capital Resources 64 Liquidity 64 Capital Resources 65 Contractual Obligations and Commitments 66 Critical Accounting Estimates 67 Premium Recognition 67 Loss and LAE Reserves 68 Investments Valuation 70 50 Return to table of contents Overview Business Overview We are a global specialty property and casualty reinsurer headquartered in the Cayman Islands, with an underwriting and investment strategy that we believe differentiates us from most of our competitors.
Page Overview 55 Business Overview 55 Outlook and Trends 55 Revenues and Expenses 55 Key Financial Measures and Non-GAAP Measures 56 Consolidated Results of Operations 58 Segment Results 60 Open Market Segment 60 Innovations Segment 63 Other Corporate 65 Runoff Underwriting Business 65 Income from Investment in Solasglas 66 Financial Condition 66 Liquidity and Capital Resources 69 Liquidity 69 Capital Resources 70 Contractual Obligations and Commitments 71 Critical Accounting Estimates 71 Premium Recognition 71 Loss and LAE Reserves 73 Investments Valuation 75 54 Return to table of contents Overview Business Overview We are a global specialty property and casualty reinsurer headquartered in the Cayman Islands, with an underwriting and investment strategy that we believe differentiates us from most of our competitors.
At December 31, 2024, 94.5% of Solasglas’ portfolio was valued based on quoted prices in actively traded markets (Level 1), 3.9% was composed of instruments valued based on observable inputs other than quoted prices (Level 2), and no instruments valued based on non-observable inputs (Level 3).
At December 31, 2025, 94.7% of Solasglas’ portfolio was valued based on quoted prices in actively traded markets (Level 1), 4.1% was composed of instruments valued based on observable inputs other than quoted prices (Level 2), and no instruments were valued based on non-observable inputs (Level 3).
We have not taken into account corresponding reinsurance recoverable on unpaid amounts that would be due to us. (2) See Note 16 “ Commitments and Contingencies ” of the consolidated financial statements.
We have not taken into account corresponding reinsurance recoverable on unpaid amounts that would be due to us. (2) See Note 17 “ Commitments and Contingencies ” of the consolidated financial statements. (3) See Note 10 “ Debt and Credit Facilities ” of the consolidated financial statements.
Cash used in financing activities Financing cash outflows in 2024 were driven mainly by the $7.5 million of share repurchases and $13.8 million of debt repayments.
Cash used in financing activities Financing cash outflows in 2025 were driven mainly by the $9.8 million of share repurchases and $55.3 million of debt repayments. In 2024, we had $7.5 million of share repurchases and $13.8 million of debt repayments.
Except for the “ Results by Segment” section of this MD&A, comparisons between 2023 and 2022 have been omitted from this Annual Report, but may be found in “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” in Part II, Item 7 of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023 filed with the SEC.
Comparisons between 2024 and 2023 have been omitted from this Annual Report, but may be found in “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” in Part II, Item 7 of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024 filed with the SEC. Accordingly, this information is incorporated by reference.
Expenses Our expenses consist primarily of the following: ● underwriting losses and LAE; ● acquisition costs; ● underwriting expenses ● corporate and other expenses; and ● interest expense on deposit-accounted contracts and debt.
Expenses Our expenses consist primarily of the following: ● underwriting losses and LAE; ● acquisition costs; ● underwriting expenses; ● corporate and other expenses (also referred as “G&A”); ● interest expense on deposit-accounted contracts and debt; ● income taxes.
Accordingly, this information is incorporated by reference. This discussion and analysis should be read in conjunction with our audited consolidated financial statements and notes thereto presented in “Part II, Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data ” of this Annual Report. Unless otherwise noted, tabular dollars are in thousands, except per share amounts.
This discussion and analysis should be read in conjunction with our audited consolidated financial statements and notes thereto presented in “Part II, Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data ” of this Annual Report. Unless otherwise noted, tabular dollars are in thousands, except per share amounts. Amounts may not reconcile due to rounding differences.
“Net investment return” incorporates both of these amounts. For further information about management fees and performance compensation, refer to Note 15 “ Related Party Transactions ” of the consolidated financial statements. For the year ended December 31, 2024, the significant contributors to Solasglas’ investment return were long positions in gold, Kyndryl Holdings (KD) and GRBK.
“Net investment return” incorporates both of these amounts. For further information about management fees and performance compensation, refer to Note 16 “ Related Party Transactions ” of the consolidated financial statements. For the year ended December 31, 2025, the significant contributors to Solasglas’ investment return were long positions in gold, Brighthouse Financial Inc. (BHF) and Teva Pharmaceutical Industries (TEVA).
Due to the lack of standardization of the terms and conditions of reinsurance contracts, the differences in coverage provided to individual clients, and the tendency of those coverages to change rapidly in response to market conditions, we cannot always reliably measure the ongoing economic impact of such uncertainties and inconsistencies. 69 Return to table of contents Time lags are inherent in loss reporting, especially in the case of excess-of-loss reinsurance contracts.
Due to the lack of standardization of the terms and conditions of reinsurance contracts, the differences in coverage provided to individual clients, and the tendency of those coverages to change rapidly in response to market conditions, we cannot always reliably measure the ongoing economic impact of such uncertainties and inconsistencies.
The following table provides a summary of our estimated gross premiums written for quota share reinsurance contracts incepting during the year: 2024 2023 2022 Open Market segment $ 402,666 $ 358,230 $ 350,595 Innovations segment 45,494 44,133 33,030 Property runoff — 42,744 54,511 Total quota share estimated premiums 448,160 445,107 438,136 Consolidated gross premiums written 698,335 636,810 563,171 As of % of total consolidated 64 % 70 % 78 % We regularly review premium estimates.
The following table provides a summary of our estimated gross premiums written for quota share reinsurance contracts incepting during the year: 2025 2024 2023 Open Market segment $ 439,982 $ 402,666 $ 358,230 Innovations segment 58,219 45,494 44,133 Property runoff — — 42,744 Total quota share estimated premiums 498,201 448,160 445,107 Consolidated gross premiums written 773,261 698,335 636,810 As of % of total consolidated 64 % 64 % 70 % We regularly review premium estimates.
The following table summarizes our sources and uses of funds: 2024 2023 Total cash provided by (used in): Operating activities $ 111,504 $ 7,507 Investing activities (96,562) (53,133) Financing activities (21,240) (5,292) Effect of currency exchange on cash (1) (345) 100 Net cash inflows (outflows) (6,643) (50,818) Cash, beginning of period 655,730 706,548 Cash, end of period $ 649,087 $ 655,730 (1) Cash includes unrestricted and restricted cash and cash equivalents - see Note 5 “ Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents ” of the consolidated financial statements .
The following table summarizes our sources and uses of funds: 2025 2024 Total cash provided by (used in): Operating activities $ 210,212 $ 111,504 Investing activities (149,170) (96,562) Financing activities (65,138) (21,240) Effect of currency exchange on cash (1) (1,259) (345) Net cash outflows (5,355) (6,643) Cash, beginning of period 649,087 655,730 Cash, end of period $ 643,732 $ 649,087 (1) Cash includes unrestricted and restricted cash and cash equivalents - see Note 6 “ Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents ” of the consolidated financial statements.
Further, Solasglas’ financial statements for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023, and 2022 were subject to 70 Return to table of contents an independent audit in which Solasglas’ external auditors issued an unqualified opinion for these years (see “ Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm ” in the Exhibits).
Further, Solasglas’ financial statements for the years ended December 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023 were subject to an independent audit in which Solasglas’ external auditors issued an unqualified opinion for these years (see “ Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm ” in the Exhibits). Our investment in fixed maturities are recognized at fair value.
This was partially offset by improved underwriting performance and lower Innovations-related expenses. Other Corporate Runoff Underwriting Business In late 2023, we made the decision to not renew a property business due to significant CAT losses relating to unprecedented severe convective storms in the U.S.
Other Corporate Runoff Underwriting Business In late 2023, we made the decision to not renew a property business due to significant CAT losses relating to unprecedented severe convective storms in the U.S.
The following is a summary of our financial performance for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to the prior year: • Gross premiums written was $698.3 million, an increase of 9.7%; • Net premiums earned was $620.0 million, an increase of 6.3%; • Net underwriting loss was $8.2 million, compared to net underwriting income of $32.0 million; • Total investment income was $79.6 million, an increase of 10.3% (including 9.8% net return from our investment in Solasglas, compared to 9.4%); • Foreign exchange losses were $5.6 million, compared to foreign exchange gains of $11.6 million; • Diluted EPS was $1.24, compared to $2.50, a decrease of 50%; and • Fully diluted book value per share was $17.95, an increase of $1.21, or 7.2%.
The following is a summary of our financial performance for the year ended December 31, 2025, compared to the prior year: • Gross premiums written was $773.3 million, an increase of 10.7%; • Net premiums earned was $661.1 million, an increase of 6.6%; • Net underwriting income was $35.7 million, compared to net underwriting loss of $8.2 million; • Total investment income was $60.2 million, a decrease of 24.4%; • Foreign exchange gains were $8.5 million, compared to foreign exchange losses of $5.6 million; • Diluted EPS was $2.17, compared to $1.24, an increase of 75.0%; and • Fully diluted book value per share was $20.43, an increase of $2.48, or 13.8%.
Excess of loss reinsurance contracts are generally written on a “losses occurring” or “claims made” basis over the term of the policy. Accordingly, premiums are earned evenly over the contract term, which is generally 12 months.
Excess of loss reinsurance contracts are generally written on a “losses occurring” or “claims made” basis over the term of the policy.
Revenues and Expenses Revenues We derive our revenues from two principal sources: • premiums from reinsurance on property and casualty business assumed (net of any premiums ceded) - see “ Critical Accounting Estimates ” section of this MD&A; and • income from investments, including: • income (or loss) generated from our investment in Solasglas, net of management fee and performance compensation; • gains (or losses) from our other investments, including Innovations-related investments; and • interest income on our cash and cash equivalents and FAL. 51 Return to table of contents In addition, we may from time to time derive other income from foreign exchange gains (or losses) relating to underwriting balances, net investment income from Lloyd’s syndicates, fees generated from advisory services, and fees relating to overrides, profit commissions, and fees due upon the early termination of contracts.
Revenues and Expenses Revenues We derive our revenues from two principal sources: • premiums from reinsurance on property and casualty business assumed (net of any premiums ceded) - see “ Critical Accounting Estimates ” section of this MD&A; and • income from investments, including: 55 Return to table of contents • income (or loss) generated from our investment in Solasglas, net of management fee and performance compensation; • gains (or losses) from our other investments, including Innovations-related investments; and • interest income on our cash and cash equivalents, fixed maturities investment portfolio and FAL.
Capital Resources The following table summarizes our debt and capital structure: 65 Return to table of contents 2024 2023 Debt - outstanding principal $ 60,313 $ 74,062 Shareholders’ equity 635,879 596,095 Total capital $ 696,192 $ 670,157 Ratio of debt to shareholders’ equity 9.5 % 12.4 % The debt to shareholders’ equity provides an indication of our leverage and capital structure, along with some insights into our financial strength.
Capital Resources The following table summarizes our debt and capital structure: 2025 2024 Debt - outstanding principal $ 5,000 $ 60,313 Shareholders’ equity 707,977 635,879 Total capital $ 712,977 $ 696,192 Ratio of debt to shareholders’ equity 0.7 % 9.5 % The ratio of debt to shareholders’ equity provides an indication of our leverage and capital structure, along with some insights into our financial strength.
Line slip or proportional insurance/reinsurance contracts are generally written on a “risks attaching” basis, covering claims that relate to the underlying policies written during the terms of these contracts.
Accordingly, premiums are earned evenly over the contract term, which is generally 12 months. 72 Return to table of contents Line slip or proportional insurance/reinsurance contracts are generally written on a “risks attaching” basis, covering claims that relate to the underlying policies written during the terms of these contracts.
We have reported the results of the above property runoff business as part of Corporate in Note 17 Segment Repo rting in the consolidated financial statements. Income from Investment in Solasglas Our share of Solasglas’ net income increased by $4.9 million to $33.6 million in 2024 compared to 2023.
We have reported the results of the above property runoff business as part of Corporate in Note 18 Segment Reporting in the consolidated financial statements. 65 Return to table of contents Income from Investment in Solasglas Our share of Solasglas’ net income increased by $2.1 million to $35.7 million in 2025, compared to 2024.
Holding Company Greenlight Capital Re is a holding company with no operations of its own and its assets consist primarily of investments in its subsidiaries. Accordingly, Greenlight Capital Re’s future cash flows depend on the availability of dividends or other statutorily permissible distributions, such as returns of capital, from its subsidiaries.
Accordingly, Greenlight Capital Re’s future cash flows depend on the availability of dividends or other statutorily permissible distributions, such as returns of capital, from its subsidiaries.
Restricted cash and cash equivalents We use our restricted cash and cash equivalents primarily for funding trusts and letters of credit issued to our ceding insurers.
For further information, see Note 5 “ Other Investments ” of the consolidated financial statements. Restricted cash and cash equivalents We use our restricted cash and cash equivalents primarily for funding trusts and letters of credit issued to our ceding insurers.
GAAP $ 635,879 $ 596,095 $ 503,120 Denominator for basic and fully diluted book value per share: Ordinary shares issued and outstanding as reported and denominator for basic book value per share 34,831,324 35,336,732 34,824,061 Add: In-the-money stock options (1) and all outstanding RSUs 590,001 264,870 277,960 Denominator for fully diluted book value per share 35,421,325 35,601,602 35,102,021 Basic book value per share $ 18.26 $ 16.87 $ 14.45 Increase in basic book value per share ($) $ 1.39 $ 2.42 $ 0.40 Increase in basic book value per share (%) 8.2 % 16.8 % 2.8 % Fully diluted book value per share $ 17.95 $ 16.74 $ 14.33 Increase in fully diluted book value per share ($) $ 1.21 $ 2.41 $ 0.34 Increase in fully diluted book value per share (%) 7.2 % 16.8 % 2.4 % (1) Assuming net exercise by the grantee. 53 Return to table of contents Consolidated Results of Operations The table below summarizes our consolidated operating results. 2024 2023 Change Underwriting results: Gross premiums written $ 698,335 $ 636,810 $ 61,525 Net premiums written $ 621,265 $ 594,048 $ 27,217 Net premiums earned $ 619,954 $ 583,147 $ 36,807 Net loss and LAE incurred: Current year (406,465) (348,798) (57,667) Prior year (1) (20,804) (11,206) (9,598) Net loss and LAE incurred (427,269) (360,004) (67,265) Acquisition costs (176,775) (168,877) (7,898) Underwriting expenses (22,857) (19,587) (3,270) Deposit interest income (expense), net (1,228) (2,687) 1,459 Net underwriting income (loss) (8,175) 31,992 (40,167) Investment results: Income from investment in Solasglas 33,605 28,696 4,909 Net investment income 45,954 43,408 2,546 Total investment income 79,559 72,104 7,455 Corporate and other expenses (16,377) (23,653) 7,276 Foreign exchange gains (losses) (5,606) 11,566 (17,172) Other income, net — 265 (265) Interest expense (5,836) (5,344) (492) Income tax expense (749) (100) (649) Net income $ 42,816 $ 86,830 $ (44,014) Diluted earnings per share $ 1.24 $ 2.50 $ (1.26) Underwriting ratios: Current year attritional loss ratio 56.3 % 54.9 % 1.4 % CAT loss ratio 9.3 % 4.9 % 4.4 % Current year loss ratio 65.6 % 59.8 % 5.8 % Prior year reserve development ratio 3.4 % 1.9 % 1.5 % Loss ratio 69.0 % 61.7 % 7.3 % Acquisition cost ratio 28.5 % 29.0 % (0.5) % Composite ratio 97.5 % 90.7 % 6.8 % Underwriting expense ratio 3.9 % 3.8 % 0.1 % Combined ratio 101.4 % 94.5 % 6.9 % 1 The net financial impact associated with changes in the estimate of losses incurred in prior years, which incorporates earned reinstatement premiums assumed and ceded, adjustments to assumed and ceded acquisition costs, and deposit interest income and expense, was a loss of $21.8 million in 2024 (2023: $15.7 million) . 54 Return to table of contents Consolidated Results of Operations for 2024 compared to 2023 Basic book value per share increased by $1.39 per share, or 8.2%, to $18.26 per share from $16.87 per share at December 31, 2023.
GAAP $ 707,977 $ 635,879 Denominator for basic and fully diluted book value per share: Ordinary shares issued and outstanding as reported and denominator for basic book value per share 33,897,709 34,831,324 Add: In-the-money stock options (1) and all outstanding RSUs 755,997 590,001 Denominator for fully diluted book value per share 34,653,706 35,421,325 Basic book value per share $ 20.89 $ 18.26 Increase in basic book value per share $ 2.63 $ 1.39 Increase in basic book value per share 14.4 % 8.2 % Fully diluted book value per share $ 20.43 $ 17.95 Increase in fully diluted book value per share $ 2.48 $ 1.21 Increase in fully diluted book value per share 13.8 % 7.2 % (1) Assuming net exercise by the grantee. 57 Return to table of contents Consolidated Results of Operations The table below summarizes our consolidated operating results. 2025 2024 Change Underwriting results: Gross premiums written $ 773,261 $ 698,335 $ 74,926 Net premiums written $ 691,409 $ 621,265 $ 70,144 Net premiums earned $ 661,144 $ 619,954 $ 41,190 Net loss and LAE incurred: Current year (399,200) (406,465) 7,265 Prior year (1) (12,392) (20,804) 8,412 Net loss and LAE incurred (411,592) (427,269) 15,677 Acquisition costs (184,853) (176,775) (8,078) Underwriting expenses (28,627) (22,857) (5,770) Deposit interest expense (421) (1,228) 807 Net underwriting income (loss) 35,651 (8,175) 43,826 Investment results: Income from investment in Solasglas 35,711 33,605 2,106 Net investment income 24,457 45,954 (21,497) Total investment income 60,168 79,559 (19,391) Corporate and other expenses (21,607) (16,377) (5,230) Foreign exchange gains (losses) 8,465 (5,606) 14,071 Interest expense (4,366) (5,836) 1,470 Income tax expense (3,479) (749) (2,730) Net income $ 74,832 $ 42,816 $ 32,016 Diluted earnings per share $ 2.17 $ 1.24 $ 0.93 Underwriting ratios: % Point Change Attritional loss ratio 53.4 % 56.3 % (2.9) Large event loss ratio 3.0 % 1.8 % 1.2 CAT event loss ratio 4.0 % 7.5 % (3.5) Current year loss ratio 60.4 % 65.6 % (5.2) Prior year reserve development ratio 1.9 % 3.4 % (1.5) Loss ratio 62.3 % 69.0 % (6.7) Acquisition cost ratio 28.0 % 28.5 % (0.5) Composite ratio 90.2 % 97.5 % (7.2) Underwriting expense ratio 4.4 % 3.9 % 0.5 Combined ratio 94.6 % 101.4 % (6.8) 1 The net financial impact associated with changes in the estimate of losses incurred in prior years, which incorporates earned reinstatement premiums assumed and ceded, adjustments to assumed and ceded acquisition costs, and deposit interest income and expense, was a loss of $11.4 million in 2025 (2024: $21.8 million). 58 Return to table of contents Consolidated Results of Operations for 2025 compared to 2024 Basic book value per share increased by $2.63 per share, or 14.4%, to $20.89 per share from $18.26 per share at December 31, 2024.
Fully diluted book value per share increased by $1.21 per share, or 7.2%, to $17.95 per share from $16.74 per share at December 31, 2023.
Fully diluted book value per share increased by $2.48 per share, or 13.8%, to $20.43 per share from $17.95 per share at December 31, 2024.
The increase was predominantly driven by $94.6 million of net contributions into Solasglas, coupled with the 9.8% net investment return in 2024. The contributions were funded partially from cash flows from operations and from the partial release of restricted cash.
Investment in Solasglas Our investment in Solasglas increased by $117.4 million to $504.6 million at December 31, 2025. This was predominantly driven by $81.7 million of net contributions into Solasglas, coupled with the 7.5% net investment return in 2025. The contributions were funded partially from cash flows from operations and from the partial release of restricted cash and FAL.
Contractual Obligations and Commitments At December 31, 2024, our contractual obligations and commitments by period due were as follows: Less than 1 year 1-3 years 3-5 years More than 5 years Total Operating activities Loss and loss adjustment expense reserves (1) $ 338,361 $ 297,034 $ 105,899 $ 119,675 $ 860,969 Operating lease obligations (2) 686 377 — — 1,063 Financing activities Debt (principal payments) (3) 3,016 57,297 — — 60,313 Total $ 342,062 $ 354,708 $ 105,899 $ 119,675 $ 922,345 (1) Due to the nature of our reinsurance operations, the actual amount and timing of the cash flows associated with our reinsurance contractual liabilities will fluctuate, perhaps materially, and, therefore, are highly uncertain.
Contractual Obligations and Commitments At December 31, 2025, our contractual obligations and commitments by period due were as follows: Less than 1 year 1-3 years 3-5 years More than 5 years Total Operating activities Loss and loss adjustment expense reserves (1) $ 391,056 $ 353,305 $ 126,803 $ 96,796 $ 967,960 Operating lease obligations (2) 698 1,252 1,213 — 3,163 Financing activities Debt (principal payments) (3) — — 5,000 — 5,000 Total $ 391,754 $ 354,557 $ 133,016 $ 96,796 $ 976,123 (1) Due to the nature of our reinsurance operations, the actual amount and timing of the cash flows associated with our reinsurance contractual liabilities will fluctuate, perhaps materially, and, therefore, are highly uncertain.
The Innovations segment was not impacted by any CAT events for the years presented in the above table. 60 Return to table of contents Prior Year Reserve Development Ratio Prior year reserve development ratio improved by 0.9% in 2024 compared to 2023, and by 7.4% in 2023 compared to 2022.
The Innovations segment was not impacted by any CAT events for the years presented in the above table. Prior Year Reserve Development Ratio The change in prior year reserve development was unfavorable by 0.5 ratio points.
At December 31, 2024, 1.6% of Solasglas’ portfolio consisted of private equity funds valued using the funds’ net asset values as a practical expedient. Other Investments The other investment holdings relate to private investments made by Innovations. At December 31, 2024, total other investments decreased marginally since December 31, 2023.
At December 31, 2025, 1.2% of Solasglas’ portfolio consisted of private equity funds valued using the funds’ net asset values as a practical expedient.
Cash provided by operating activities The $104.0 million increase in cash provided by operating activities was driven mainly by the ebb and flow from our underwriting activities. Cash inflows from underwriting activities generally include premiums, net of acquisition costs, and reinsurance recoverables. Cash outflows principally include payments of losses and LAE, payments of retrocession premiums, and operating expenses.
Cash provided by operating activities The $98.7 million increase in cash provided by operating activities in 2025 compared to 2024 was driven mainly by the release of FAL and higher net income. We expect cash from operations to ebb and flow with our underwriting activities. Cash inflows from underwriting activities generally include premiums, net of acquisition costs, and reinsurance recoverables.
The time lags, coupled with the combined characteristics of low claim frequency and high claim severity on such contracts, make the available data less useful for predicting ultimate losses. In the case of proportional contracts, we rely on an analysis of a cedent’s historical experience, industry information, and the underwriters’ professional judgment in estimating reserves.
Time lags are inherent in loss reporting, especially in the case of excess-of-loss reinsurance contracts. The time lags, coupled with the combined characteristics of low claim frequency and high claim severity on such contracts, make the available data less useful for predicting ultimate losses.
For the year ended December 31, 2024, net income decreased by $44.0 million to $42.8 million, driven mainly by the following: • Underwriting income : Decreased by $40.2 million due to 6.9 percentage points increase in our combined ratio, driven predominantly by an increase in current year attritional and CAT loss ratios.
For the year ended December 31, 2025, net income increased by $32.0 million to $74.8 million, driven mainly by the following: • Underwriting income : Increased by $43.8 million due to 6.8 percentage points improvement in our combined ratio, driven predominantly by improved current year loss ratio and lower adverse prior year reserve development ratio.
At January 1, 2025, our estimated largest PML at a 1-in-250-year return period for a single event and in aggregate was $116.3 million and $129.1 million, respectively, both relating to the peril of North Atlantic Hurricane, compared to $89.7 million and $97.0 million, respectively, at January 1, 2024.
Our PML estimates cover all significant exposures from our reinsurance operations, including property, marine and energy, motor, and catastrophe workers’ compensation. 68 Return to table of contents At January 1, 2026, our estimated largest PML at a 1-in-250-year return period for a single event and in aggregate was $138.8 million and $151.2 million, respectively, both relating to the peril of North Atlantic Hurricane, compared to $116.3 million and $129.1 million, respectively, at January 1, 2025.
Open Market Segment Results for the Open Market segment were as follows: Year ended December 31, 2024 % Change 2023 % Change 2022 Gross premiums written $ 603,798 19.7 % $ 504,435 11.5 % $ 452,541 Net premiums written $ 541,446 16.1 % $ 466,544 6.6 % $ 437,799 Net premiums earned $ 511,922 9.7 % $ 466,751 13.6 % $ 410,877 Net loss and LAE incurred (341,586) (262,290) (268,659) Acquisition costs (144,852) (136,356) (125,296) Other underwriting expenses (19,175) (16,827) (11,867) Deposit interest expense, net (1,228) (2,687) (6,717) Underwriting income (loss) 5,081 48,591 (1,662) Net investment income 42,629 14.1 % 37,351 662.6 % 4,898 Income before income taxes $ 47,710 $ 85,942 $ 3,236 Underwriting ratios: 2024 % Point Change 2023 % Point Change 2022 Loss ratio 66.7 % 10.5 % 56.2 % (9.2) % 65.4 % Acquisition cost ratio 28.3 % (0.9) % 29.2 % (1.3) % 30.5 % Composite ratio 95.0 % 9.6 % 85.4 % (10.5) % 95.9 % Underwriting expenses ratio 4.0 % (0.2) % 4.2 % (0.3) % 4.5 % Combined ratio 99.0 % 9.4 % 89.6 % (10.8) % 100.4 % Gross Premiums Written Gross premiums written by line of business were as follows: % Change 2024 2023 2022 2024 to 2023 2023 to 2022 Casualty $ 92,471 15.3 % $ 86,081 17.1 % $ 82,524 18.2 % 7.4 % 4.3 % Financial 63,679 10.5 % 46,296 9.2 % 63,452 14.0 % 37.5 % (27.0) % Health 217 — % 224 — % 227 0.1 % (3.1) % (1.3) % Multiline 181,140 30.0 % 198,037 39.3 % 205,743 45.5 % (8.5) % (3.7) % Property 87,922 14.6 % 75,820 15.0 % 31,347 6.9 % 16.0 % 141.9 % Specialty 178,369 29.6 % 97,977 19.4 % 69,248 15.3 % 82.1 % 41.5 % Total $ 603,798 100.0 % $ 504,435 100.0 % $ 452,541 100.0 % 19.7 % 11.5 % Gross premiums written in 2024 increased by $99.4 million or 19.7%, compared to 2023.
Open Market Segment Results for the Open Market segment were as follows: Year ended December 31 2025 2024 % Change Gross premiums written $ 652,229 $ 603,798 8 % Net premiums written $ 601,690 $ 541,446 11 % Net premiums earned $ 576,032 $ 511,922 13 % Net loss and LAE incurred (358,396) (341,586) Acquisition costs (158,465) (144,852) Other underwriting expenses (21,114) (19,175) Deposit interest expense, net (421) (1,228) Underwriting income 37,636 5,081 Net investment income 32,036 42,629 (25) % Income before income taxes $ 69,672 $ 47,710 Underwriting ratios: 2025 2024 % Point Change Loss ratio 62.2 % 66.7 % (4.5) Acquisition cost ratio 27.5 % 28.3 % (0.8) Composite ratio 89.7 % 95.0 % (5.3) Underwriting expenses ratio 3.7 % 4.0 % (0.3) Combined ratio 93.4 % 99.0 % (5.6) Gross Premiums Written Gross premiums written by line of business were as follows: Year ended December 31 2025 2024 Change Casualty $ 66,210 10 % $ 92,471 15 % $ (26,261) Financial 77,461 12 % 63,679 11 % 13,782 Health 230 — % 217 — % 13 Multiline 252,265 39 % 181,140 30 % 71,125 Property 82,537 13 % 87,922 15 % (5,385) Specialty 173,526 27 % 178,369 30 % (4,843) Total $ 652,229 100 % $ 603,798 100 % $ 48,431 Gross premiums written within our Open Market segment in 2025 increased by $48.4 million or 8%, compared to 2024.
Additionally, within the financial line and certain specialty line classes, the gross premiums written are earned over multiple years, corresponding with the anticipated risk coverage period.
Additionally, within the financial line and certain specialty line classes, the gross premiums written for some treaties are earned over multiple years, corresponding with the anticipated risk coverage period. Similarly, the impact of scaling back our casualty business was partially reflected during 2025, and will mostly impact our casualty earned premiums in 2026.
Total shareholders’ equity Total shareholders’ equity increased by $39.8 million to $635.9 million, compared to $596.1 million at December 31, 2023. The increase was primarily due to the net income of $42.8 million reported for the year, coupled with share-based compensation adjustment to additional paid-in capital.
The increase was primarily due to the net income of $74.8 million reported for the year, coupled with $7.1 million of share-based compensation adjustment to additional paid-in capital. This was partially offset by $9.8 million of share repurchases in the open market at an average price of $13.76 per share.
Furthermore, during the loss settlement period, which may last several years, additional facts regarding individual claims and trends will often become known, and case law may change, affecting ultimate expected losses. Since we rely on ceding company data in establishing our loss and LAE reserves, we maintain procedures designed to mitigate the risk that such information is incomplete or inaccurate.
Since we rely on ceding company data in establishing our loss and LAE reserves, we maintain procedures designed to mitigate the risk that such information is incomplete or inaccurate.
The increase in ceded premiums written of 64.6% was primarily within our specialty line driven by additional retrocessional coverage to manage our overall exposure to aviation, marine and energy classes of business and to reinstate certain retrocession excess of loss treaties in which the full coverage was presumed exhausted primarily from the Baltimore Bridge loss event in 2024 and the Russian-Ukraine conflict event in 2022.
Additionally in 2024, we reinstated certain retrocession excess of loss treaties in which the full coverage was deemed exhausted due to the Baltimore Bridge loss. This was partially offset mainly by additional excess of loss retrocessional coverage within our specialty business in 2025 to manage our overall exposure to aviation, marine and energy risks.
For the year ended December 31, 2024, Solasglas reported a net investment return of 9.8%, compared to 9.4% for 2023.
This increase was driven by a higher investment portfolio balance during 2025, offset partially by a lower net investment return. For the year ended December 31, 2025, Solasglas reported a net investment return of 7.5%, compared to 9.8% for 2024.
At December 31, 2024, there were 34,831,324 outstanding ordinary shares, a decrease of 505,408 since December 31, 2023, mainly due to 547,402 of share repurchases offset partially by issuance of restricted shares and ordinary shares for vested RSUs, net of forfeitures.
At December 31, 2025, there were 33,897,709 outstanding ordinary shares, a decrease of 933,615 since December 31, 2024, mainly due to 714,044 shares repurchased and 376,686 forfeited restricted shares, offset partially by issuance of restricted shares and ordinary shares for vested RSUs.
The largest detractors were three single-name short positions. For the year ended December 31, 2023, the significant contributors to Solasglas’ investment return were long positions in GRBK, CONSOL Energy Inc., and a S&P 500 / U.S. interest rate derivative position. The most significant detractors were three single-name short positions.
The largest detractors were a long position in Lanxess AG (LXS GY) and two single-name short positions. For the year ended December 31, 2024, the significant contributors to Solasglas’ investment return were long positions in gold, Kyndryl Holdings (KD) and Green Brick Partners (GRBK). The largest detractors were three single-name short positions.
Other investments in our consolidated balance sheets includes private and unlisted equity securities that do not have readily determinable fair values. We determine these private equity securities’ carrying value based on the original cost, less impairment, plus or minus observable price changes in orderly transactions for an identical or similar investment of the same issuer.
We determine private equity securities’ carrying value based on the original cost, less impairment, plus or minus observable price changes in orderly transactions for an identical or similar investment of the same issuer. At each reporting date, we qualitatively consider whether the investment is impaired on the basis of certain impairment indicators.
Looking forward to 2025, we believe that market conditions are still broadly, but not uniformly, positive. We will continue to write business where we believe the price adequately compensates us for the risk. General economic conditions There are many factors contributing to an uncertain global economic outlook, and in particular, we believe that inflationary trends of recent years could persist.
In the current market conditions, we see increasing opportunities to leverage retrocession coverage, and we will take advantage of these opportunities where they enhance our economics and risk profile. General economic conditions There are many factors contributing to an uncertain global economic outlook, and in particular, we believe that inflationary trends of recent years could persist.
Loss ratio The components of the loss ratio were as follows: Year ended December 31, 2024 % Point Change 2023 % Point Change 2022 Current year: Attritional loss ratio 60.5 % (1.4) % 61.9 % 0.2 % 61.7 % CAT losses — % — % — % — % — % Current year loss ratio 60.5 % (1.4) % 61.9 % 0.2 % 61.7 % Prior year reserve development ratio (0.3) % (0.9) % 0.6 % (7.4) % 8.0 % Loss ratio 60.1 % (2.4) % 62.5 % (7.3) % 69.8 % Current Year Loss Ratio The current year loss ratio in 2024 decreased by 1.4%, compared to 2023 driven mainly by modest lower attritional loss ratio in our casualty, multiline and specialty lines due to new business; offset predominantly by a 2023 quota share reinsurance program in financial lines, which we did not renew but continued to earn premiums in 2024.
Loss ratio The components of the loss ratio for our Open Market segment were as follows: Year ended December 31 2025 2024 % Point Change Current year: Attritional loss ratio 52.8 % 56.8 % (4.0) Large event loss ratio 3.1 % 2.2 % 0.9 CAT event loss ratio 4.6 % 4.8 % (0.2) Current year loss ratio 60.5 % 63.8 % (3.3) Prior year reserve development ratio 1.8 % 2.9 % (1.1) Loss ratio 62.2 % 66.7 % (4.4) 61 Return to table of contents Current Year Loss Ratio The current year loss ratio in 2025 decreased by 3.3 percentage points to 60.5%, compared to 2024, predominantly due to improved attritional loss ratio, offset partially by a higher volume of large event losses.
Prior Year Reserve Development Ratio Prior year reserve development ratio increased by 2.1% in 2024 compared to 2023, and by 1.6% in 2023 compared to 2022. Refer to Note 7 Loss and LAE Reserves to the consolidated financial statements for further details on the lines of business and prior year development.
Refer to Note 8 Loss and LAE Reserves to the consolidated financial statements for further details on the lines of business and prior year development. Acquisition cost ratio While the acquisition cost ratio for the Innovations segment remained relatively consistent with 2024, there was variability within the lines of the business.
If certain factors, including those described in “Part I, Item IA. — Risk Factors ,” cause actual events or results to differ materially from our underlying assumptions or estimates. In that case, there could be a material adverse effect on our results of operations, financial condition, or liquidity.
Critical Accounting Estimates Our consolidated financial statements contain certain amounts that are inherently subjective and have required management to make assumptions and best estimates to determine reported values. If certain factors, including those described in “Part I, Item IA. — Risk Factors ,” cause actual events or results to differ materially from our underlying assumptions or estimates.
We also utilize ultimate loss ratio forecasts when reported by cedents and brokers, which are ordinarily subject to three to six-month lags for proportional business. Due to our reliance on ceding companies for claims reporting, our reserve estimates are highly dependent on ceding companies’ judgment.
In the case of proportional contracts, we rely on an analysis of a cedent’s historical experience, industry information, and the underwriters’ professional judgment in estimating reserves. We also utilize ultimate loss ratio forecasts when reported by cedents and brokers, which are ordinarily subject to three to six-month lags for proportional business.
Financial Condition Investments The following table provides a breakdown of our total investments: At December 31, 2024 2023 Investment in related party investment fund (Solasglas) $ 387,144 84.1 % $ 258,890 78.0 % Other investments: Private investments and unlisted equities 71,867 15.6 71,157 21.4 Debt and convertible debt securities 1,293 0.3 2,136 0.6 Total other investments $ 73,160 15.9 % $ 73,293 22.0 % Total investments $ 460,304 100.0 % $ 332,183 100.0 % At December 31, 2024, our total investments increased by $128.1 million, or 38.6%, to $460.3 million from December 31, 2023.
Financial Condition Investments The following table provides a breakdown of our total investments: At December 31, 2025 2024 Investment in Solasglas $ 504,555 79.7 % $ 387,144 84.1 % Fixed maturities 65,609 10.4 % — — % Other investments 62,911 9.9 % 73,160 15.9 % Total investments $ 633,075 100.0 % $ 460,304 100.0 % At December 31, 2025, our total investments increased by $172.8 million, or 37.5%, to $633.1 million from December 31, 2024..
Cash provided by operating activities may vary significantly from period to period due to the timing of these inflows and outflows. Cash used in investing activities The $43.4 million increase in cash used for investing activities was driven predominantly by an increase in the net contribution to Solasglas.
Cash outflows principally include payments of losses and LAE, payments of retrocession premiums, and operating expenses. Cash provided by operating activities may vary significantly from period to period due to the timing of these inflows and outflows.