SKWD

KNSL, RLI, PLMR and SKWD are positioned to tap rising specialty insurance demand as the market heads toward $279 billion by 2031.

Today the companies announce a strategic partnership to elevate claim payment execution across Skyward Specialty's operations through SnapRefund's ClaimsSnap platform. Today the companies announce a strategic partnership to elevate claim payment execution across Skyward Specialty's operations through SnapRefund's ClaimsSnap platform.

Skyward Specialty Insurance Group delivered resilient H1 2026 results, with strong premium growth and robust underwriting profitability. SKWD's Apollo acquisition boosted scale and investment income, but integration challenges remain, particularly around Apollo's higher expense ratio. Balance sheet deleveraging is prioritized over capital returns; share buybacks continue, but no dividend is expected in the near term.

SKWD is using AI and machine learning to accelerate underwriting, improve efficiency and navigate softer insurance markets.

SKWD's diversified portfolio, Apollo integration and disciplined underwriting support growth, while catastrophe risks remain a concern.

HOUSTON, Sept. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Skyward Specialty Insurance Group, Inc.® (Nasdaq: SKWD), a Skyward Group Company ("Skyward Specialty" or "the Company"), a leader in the specialty property and casualty (P&C) market, announced three strategic hires to its Inland Marine unit as the Company deepens its investment in this niche segment.

Skyward (SKWD) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

Skyward Specialty is pairing strong underwriting returns with lower costs, while Apollo is emerging as a key growth driver.

HOUSTON, Aug. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Skyward Group (Nasdaq: SKWD) (“the Group” or “the Company”), the specialty insurance organization whose operating businesses include Skyward Specialty Insurance Group, Inc.® (“Skyward Specialty”) and Apollo Group Holdings Ltd. (“Apollo”), announced the planned succession of its Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Mark Haushill, Skyward Group CFO, has informed the Company of his intention to retire effective March 31, 2027, after a distinguished career with the Company. To support a seamless transition, Mark will continue serving as a Senior Advisor to the Company through the end of 2027. Taryn McHarg, CFO of Apollo and Skyward Group Deputy CFO, will step in as his successor upon his retirement.

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