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Exhibit 99.1
UNIVERSAL INSURANCE HOLDINGS, INC. REPORTS
SECOND-QUARTER AND FIRST SIX-MONTHS 2011 FINANCIAL RESULTS
SECOND-QUARTER AND FIRST SIX-MONTHS 2011 FINANCIAL RESULTS
Stockholders Equity Increased 5.4 Percent During The Second Quarter
Fort Lauderdale, Fla., August 8, 2011 Universal Insurance Holdings, Inc. (the Company or
Universal) (NYSE AMEX: UVE), a vertically integrated insurance holding company, reported net
income of $7.5 million, or $0.19 per diluted share, in the second quarter of 2011, compared to net
income of $10.8 million, or $0.27 per diluted share, for the same period in 2010. For the first
six months of 2011, the Company reported net income of $21.4 million, or $0.53 per diluted share,
compared to $17.7 million, or $0.44 per diluted share, for the same period of 2010.
Second-Quarter 2011 Results
Net income and diluted earnings per share declined approximately 29.9 percent and 29.6 percent, respectively, in the 2011 second quarter compared to the same period last year. Notwithstanding higher net premiums earned, the Companys profitability decreased primarily due to net unrealized losses on investments and lower net realized gains on investments during the 2011 second quarter. Additionally, the Companys profitability was further moderated by state-mandated wind mitigation credits within the state of Florida.
Net income and diluted earnings per share declined approximately 29.9 percent and 29.6 percent, respectively, in the 2011 second quarter compared to the same period last year. Notwithstanding higher net premiums earned, the Companys profitability decreased primarily due to net unrealized losses on investments and lower net realized gains on investments during the 2011 second quarter. Additionally, the Companys profitability was further moderated by state-mandated wind mitigation credits within the state of Florida.
Homeowners and dwelling fire insurance policies serviced by Universal Property & Casualty
Insurance Company (UPCIC), the Companys wholly-owned insurance company subsidiary currently
writing business, and the related direct premiums written, increased during the second quarter of
2011 compared to the same period of 2010. The fourth-quarter 2009 premium rate increases in
Florida, which were 14.6 percent statewide for UPCICs homeowners program and 14.8 percent
statewide for its dwelling fire policies, increased direct premiums written and net premiums earned
while contributing to profitability in the second quarter of 2011. Additionally, the premium rate
increase of 14.9 percent statewide for UPCICs homeowners insurance program within the state of
Florida announced in February 2011 continues to flow through UPCICs book of business. The
effective dates for the most recent rate increase were February 7, 2011, for new business and March
28, 2011, for renewal business. UPCIC expects the approved premium rate increase to have a
favorable effect on premiums written and earned in future months, as new and renewal policies are
written at the higher rates.
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During the 2011 second quarter, UPCICs policy count continued to grow on a year-over-year basis.
At June 30, 2011, UPCIC serviced approximately 591,000 homeowners and dwelling fire insurance
policies, a nominal decline from approximately 593,000 policies at March 31, 2011, and an increase
from approximately 566,000 policies at June 30, 2010. Within South Carolina, North Carolina, and
Hawaii, UPCIC had approximately 11,800 policies totaling approximately $14.8 million of in-force
premiums at June 30, 2011.
Net premiums earned increased 19.7 percent in the second quarter of 2011 compared to the same
quarter in 2010, primarily as a result of an increase in the number of policies written generated
by UPCICs agent network and rate increases which became effective in February 2011 as well as
those that became effective in the latter part of 2009.
Operating costs and expenses for the second quarter of 2011 were higher compared to the second
quarter of last year, as losses and loss adjustment expenses (LAE) increased 4.1 percent and
general and administrative expenses increased 9.8 percent. The increase in losses and LAE is due
to the growth in policy count on a year-over-year basis. Despite the increase, the net loss and
LAE ratio, or net losses and LAE as a percentage of net earned premiums, improved to 52.2 percent
in the second quarter of 2011 compared to 60.0 percent in the second quarter of 2010 as a result of
the increase in premiums earned in the second quarter of 2011. General and administrative expenses
increased primarily as a result of an increase in the amortization of deferred acquisition costs
and an increase in other general administrative expenses. The increase in amortization of deferred
acquisition costs is in response to an increase in commissions paid on direct written premium and
the associated premium taxes thereon. Commissions and premium taxes are directly related to the
volume of direct written premium. As noted previously, direct written premium has increased in
response to an increase in the number of policies-in-force and the increase in in-force premium per
policy. Increased expenses were partially offset by an increase in ceding commissions. Other
general and administrative expenses primarily included higher expenses related to Florida Insurance
Guarantee Association (FIGA) assessments, which were offset by lower stock-based compensation and
performance bonuses.
At June 30, 2011, stockholders equity increased to $158.2 million from $150.1 million at March 31,
2011, and $123.6 million at June 30, 2010, representing growth of 5.4 percent and 28.0 percent,
respectively.
Investment Portfolio Update
For the second quarter of 2011, net realized gains on investments were $3.0 million, and net unrealized losses on investments were $9.6 million. As of June 30, 2011, the Companys investment securities, at fair value, totaled $95.9 million, compared to $139.1 million at March 31, 2011. At June 30, 2011, 96 percent of the investment securities, at fair value, were in equity securities and 4 percent were in debt securities. At June 30, 2011, the Companys cash and cash equivalents totaled $356.7 million as compared to $281.1 million at March 31, 2011.
For the second quarter of 2011, net realized gains on investments were $3.0 million, and net unrealized losses on investments were $9.6 million. As of June 30, 2011, the Companys investment securities, at fair value, totaled $95.9 million, compared to $139.1 million at March 31, 2011. At June 30, 2011, 96 percent of the investment securities, at fair value, were in equity securities and 4 percent were in debt securities. At June 30, 2011, the Companys cash and cash equivalents totaled $356.7 million as compared to $281.1 million at March 31, 2011.
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First Six-Months 2011 Results
For the first six months of 2011, the Companys net income and diluted earnings per share increased 21.1 percent and 20.5 percent, respectively, as compared to the same period of 2010. The improvement is primarily attributable to an increase in net premiums earned, which more than offset the impact of lower investment portfolio results in the first six months of 2011. For the first six months of 2011, net realized gains on investments of $6.6 million and net unrealized losses on investments of $7.1 million contributed a $0.4 million loss to the Companys income before income taxes. Improved profitability was also moderated by state-mandated wind mitigation credits within the state of Florida.
For the first six months of 2011, the Companys net income and diluted earnings per share increased 21.1 percent and 20.5 percent, respectively, as compared to the same period of 2010. The improvement is primarily attributable to an increase in net premiums earned, which more than offset the impact of lower investment portfolio results in the first six months of 2011. For the first six months of 2011, net realized gains on investments of $6.6 million and net unrealized losses on investments of $7.1 million contributed a $0.4 million loss to the Companys income before income taxes. Improved profitability was also moderated by state-mandated wind mitigation credits within the state of Florida.
Net premiums earned increased 30.6 percent for the first six months of 2011 compared to the same
period of 2010, primarily as a result of an increase in the number of policies written generated by
the Companys agent network, as well as the previously mentioned rate increases. Meanwhile, first
six-months 2011 operating costs and expenses were higher compared to the same period of 2010, as
losses and LAE increased 7.3 percent and general and administrative expenses increased 26.3
percent. The increase in losses and LAE is related to the servicing of additional policies due to
the growth in policy count on a year-over-year basis. Despite the increase, the net loss and LAE
ratio, or net losses and LAE as a percentage of net earned premiums, improved to 53.4 percent in
the first six months of 2011 compared to 64.9 percent in the same period of 2010 as a result of the
increase in premiums earned in the first half of 2011. General and administrative expenses
increased in the first six months of 2011 due to higher amortization of deferred acquisition costs
and an increase in other general and administrative expenses compared to the same period of 2010.
As stated above, the increase in the amortization of deferred acquisition costs is primarily in
response to an increase in commissions paid on direct premium and the associated premium taxes
thereon. Higher expenses were partially offset by an increase in ceding commissions. Other general
and administrative expenses increased in the first six months of 2011 due to higher expenses
related to FIGA assessments, legal fees for corporate matters, performance bonuses and insurance
compared to the same period of 2010.
About Universal Insurance Holdings, Inc.
Universal Insurance Holdings, Inc. is a vertically integrated insurance holding company, which through its subsidiaries, covers substantially all aspects of insurance underwriting, distribution, claims processing and exposure management. Universal Property & Casualty Insurance Company (UPCIC), a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company, is one of the three leading writers of homeowners insurance in Florida and is now fully licensed and has commenced its operations in Hawaii, North Carolina and South Carolina. For additional information on the Company, please visit our investor relations website at www.universalinsuranceholdings.com.
Universal Insurance Holdings, Inc. is a vertically integrated insurance holding company, which through its subsidiaries, covers substantially all aspects of insurance underwriting, distribution, claims processing and exposure management. Universal Property & Casualty Insurance Company (UPCIC), a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company, is one of the three leading writers of homeowners insurance in Florida and is now fully licensed and has commenced its operations in Hawaii, North Carolina and South Carolina. For additional information on the Company, please visit our investor relations website at www.universalinsuranceholdings.com.
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Forward-Looking Statements and Risk Factors
This press release may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The words believe, expect, anticipate, and similar expressions identify forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date the statement was made. Such statements may include commentary on plans, products and lines of business, marketing arrangements, reinsurance programs and other business developments and assumptions relating to the foregoing. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, some of which cannot be predicted or quantified. Future results could differ materially from those described and the Company undertakes no obligation to correct or update any forward-looking statements. For further information regarding risk factors that could affect the Companys operations and future results, refer to the Companys reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2010 and the Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2011.
This press release may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The words believe, expect, anticipate, and similar expressions identify forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date the statement was made. Such statements may include commentary on plans, products and lines of business, marketing arrangements, reinsurance programs and other business developments and assumptions relating to the foregoing. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, some of which cannot be predicted or quantified. Future results could differ materially from those described and the Company undertakes no obligation to correct or update any forward-looking statements. For further information regarding risk factors that could affect the Companys operations and future results, refer to the Companys reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2010 and the Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2011.
Investor Contact:
Philip Kranz, Dresner Corporate Services, 312-780-7240, pkranz@dresnerco.com
Philip Kranz, Dresner Corporate Services, 312-780-7240, pkranz@dresnerco.com
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UNIVERSAL INSURANCE HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
(Unaudited)
(in thousands, except per share data)
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
(Unaudited)
(in thousands, except per share data)
For the Three | For the Six | |||||||||||||||
Months Ended June 30, | Months Ended June 30, | |||||||||||||||
2011 | 2010 | 2011 | 2010 | |||||||||||||
PREMIUMS EARNED AND OTHER REVENUES |
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Direct premiums written |
213,479 | 208,020 | 386,654 | 368,119 | ||||||||||||
Ceded premiums written |
(145,798 | ) | (121,304 | ) | (269,689 | ) | (248,872 | ) | ||||||||
Net premiums written |
67,681 | 86,716 | 116,965 | 119,247 | ||||||||||||
(Increase) decrease in net unearned premium |
(18,157 | ) | (45,356 | ) | (19,437 | ) | (44,573 | ) | ||||||||
Premiums earned, net |
49,524 | 41,360 | 97,528 | 74,674 | ||||||||||||
Net investment (loss) income |
(21 | ) | 118 | 236 | 311 | |||||||||||
Net realized gains on investments |
2,960 | 4,457 | 6,612 | 8,152 | ||||||||||||
Net unrealized losses on investments |
(9,640 | ) | | (7,052 | ) | | ||||||||||
Net foreign currency gains on investments |
| 125 | 71 | 809 | ||||||||||||
Other-than-temporary impairment of investments |
| | | (2,408 | ) | |||||||||||
Commission revenue |
4,941 | 4,244 | 9,121 | 9,046 | ||||||||||||
Policy fees |
4,402 | 4,540 | 8,575 | 8,476 | ||||||||||||
Other revenue |
1,506 | 1,016 | 2,914 | 2,020 | ||||||||||||
Total premiums earned and other revenues |
53,672 | 55,860 | 118,005 | 101,080 | ||||||||||||
OPERATING COSTS AND EXPENSES |
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Losses and loss adjustment expenses |
25,852 | 24,835 | 52,037 | 48,487 | ||||||||||||
General and administrative expenses |
14,699 | 13,389 | 29,771 | 23,578 | ||||||||||||
Total operating costs and expenses |
40,551 | 38,224 | 81,808 | 72,065 | ||||||||||||
INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAXES |
13,121 | 17,636 | 36,197 | 29,015 | ||||||||||||
Income taxes, current |
9,622 | 8,172 | 18,359 | 11,656 | ||||||||||||
Income taxes, deferred |
(4,050 | ) | (1,303 | ) | (3,609 | ) | (352 | ) | ||||||||
Income taxes, net |
5,572 | 6,869 | 14,750 | 11,304 | ||||||||||||
NET INCOME |
$ | 7,549 | $ | 10,767 | $ | 21,447 | $ | 17,711 | ||||||||
Basic net income per common share |
$ | 0.19 | $ | 0.27 | $ | 0.55 | $ | 0.45 | ||||||||
Weighted average of common shares
outstanding Basic |
39,187 | 39,167 | 39,187 | 39,029 | ||||||||||||
Fully diluted net income per share |
$ | 0.19 | $ | 0.27 | $ | 0.53 | $ | 0.44 | ||||||||
Weighted average of common shares
outstanding Diluted |
40,645 | 40,446 | 40,657 | 40,441 | ||||||||||||
Cash dividend declared per common share |
$ | | $ | 0.10 | $ | 0.10 | $ | 0.22 | ||||||||
For the Three | For the Six | |||||||||||||||
Months Ended June 30, | Months Ended June 30, | |||||||||||||||
2011 | 2010 | 2011 | 2010 | |||||||||||||
Comprehensive Income: |
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Net income |
$ | 7,549 | $ | 10,767 | $ | 21,447 | $ | 17,711 | ||||||||
Change in net unrealized gains (losses) on
investments, net of tax |
| 791 | | (967 | ) | |||||||||||
Comprehensive Income |
$ | 7,549 | $ | 11,558 | $ | 21,447 | $ | 16,744 | ||||||||
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UNIVERSAL INSURANCE HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(Unaudited)
(in thousands, except per share data)
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(Unaudited)
(in thousands, except per share data)
June 30, | December 31, | |||||||
2011 | 2010 | |||||||
ASSETS: |
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Cash and cash equivalents |
$ | 356,739 | $ | 147,585 | ||||
Investment securities, at fair value |
95,945 | 224,532 | ||||||
Prepaid reinsurance premiums |
253,582 | 221,086 | ||||||
Reinsurance recoverables |
77,203 | 79,552 | ||||||
Premiums receivable, net |
52,020 | 43,622 | ||||||
Receivable from securities |
20,505 | 17,556 | ||||||
Other receivables |
3,562 | 2,864 | ||||||
Property and equipment, net |
6,087 | 5,407 | ||||||
Deferred policy acquisition costs, net |
12,026 | 9,446 | ||||||
Deferred income taxes |
17,057 | 13,448 | ||||||
Other assets |
2,011 | 1,132 | ||||||
Total assets |
$ | 896,737 | $ | 766,230 | ||||
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS EQUITY |
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LIABILITIES: |
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Unpaid losses and loss adjustment expenses |
$ | 155,375 | $ | 158,929 | ||||
Unearned premiums |
380,268 | 328,334 | ||||||
Advance premium |
25,830 | 19,840 | ||||||
Accounts payable |
5,692 | 3,767 | ||||||
Bank overdraft |
22,597 | 23,030 | ||||||
Payable for securities |
336 | | ||||||
Reinsurance payable, net |
92,504 | 37,946 | ||||||
Income taxes payable |
13,480 | 8,282 | ||||||
Other accrued expenses |
20,022 | 23,150 | ||||||
Long-term debt |
22,427 | 23,162 | ||||||
Total liabilities |
738,531 | 626,440 | ||||||
Commitments and Contingencies (Note 12) |
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STOCKHOLDERS EQUITY: |
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Cumulative convertible preferred stock, $.01 par value |
1 | 1 | ||||||
Authorized shares - 1,000
Issued shares - 108
Outstanding shares - 108
Minimum liquidation preference, $2.66 per share
Common stock, $.01 par value |
410 | 404 | ||||||
Authorized shares - 55,000
Issued shares - 41,007 and 40,407
Outstanding shares - 39,989 and 39,388
Treasury shares, at cost - 1,018 and 1,019 |
(3,102 | ) | (3,109 | ) | ||||
Additional paid-in capital |
34,580 | 33,675 | ||||||
Retained earnings |
126,317 | 108,819 | ||||||
Total stockholders equity |
158,206 | 139,790 | ||||||
Total liabilities and stockholders equity |
$ | 896,737 | $ | 766,230 | ||||