Employers Holdings presents $11.6 million quarterly net income, reversing year-earlier loss
EIG•Employers Holdings reported third-quarter 2026 net income of $11.6 million, compared with an $8.3 million loss a year earlier. Net premiums earned fell 17% to $160.2 million, while net investment income rose 24% to $32.3 million.
1. Quarterly results
Employers Holdings posted third-quarter 2026 net income of $11.6 million, versus an $8.3 million loss a year earlier. Net premiums earned declined 17% to $160.2 million as underwriting prioritized profitability over volume, while net investment income increased 24% to $32.3 million, supported by private equity returns and higher yields.
2. Capital and products
The company repurchased $18.1 million of shares, leaving $94.9 million available under its 2026 authorization. Its excess workers' compensation product generated $6.5 million in premiums across 31 accounts, and a large-deductible product is targeted for launch in 2027.
