Arch Capital reports Q1 EPS $1.48, consensus $1.31

Book value per common share of $55.15 at March 31, 2025, a 3.8% increase from December 31, 2024. Nicolas Papadopoulo, Arch CEO, commented, “We delivered solid results this quarter despite the losses arising from the California wildfires, resulting in an annualized operating return on equity of 11.5%. Although the market has generally become more competitive, we remain optimistic about our prospects to deliver long-term shareholder value. For a company with a strong underwriting culture like Arch, this is a market where we can stand out.”