Radian reports Q1 adjusted EPS 99c, consensus 97c

Reports Q1 revenue $318M vs $319M last year. “We had a strong start to the year with excellent first quarter operating results for Radian. We increased book value per share by 11% year-over-year, generated net income of $145 million, and delivered a return on equity of 12.6%. Our primary mortgage insurance in force, which is the main driver of future earnings for our company, was $274 billion,” said Radian’s Chief Executive Officer Rick Thornberry. “During the quarter, consistent with our strong track record of capital return at Radian, we took advantage of market conditions and repurchased $207 million of shares, representing more than 4% of shares outstanding, with a total return of capital including dividends to stockholders of $244 million.”