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Helios Underwriting
(LSE:HUW)
Helios Underwriting (HUW) vs. iShares MSCI United Kingdom ETF (EWC)
Helios Underwriting Business Overview & Revenue Model
Helios Underwriting Financial Statement Overview
| Breakdown | Dec 2024 | Dec 2023 | Dec 2022 | Dec 2021 | Dec 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Income Statement | |||||
| Total Revenue | 36.00M | 209.36M | 149.39M | 70.58M | 52.30M |
| Gross Profit | 36.00M | 214.75M | 111.65M | 52.64M | 52.59M |
| EBITDA | 26.99M | 24.30M | -4.21M | 868.00K | -746.00K |
| Net Income | 18.57M | 16.37M | -2.10M | -434.00K | 301.00K |
Balance Sheet | |||||
| Total Assets | 243.01M | 756.60M | 490.49M | 341.63M | 192.62M |
| Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments | 28.93M | 40.91M | 25.30M | 24.62M | 8.49M |
| Total Debt | 58.46M | 59.05M | 15.00M | 0.00 | 4.00M |
| Total Liabilities | 69.89M | 616.50M | 373.31M | 233.88M | 142.07M |
| Stockholders Equity | 173.12M | 140.10M | 117.18M | 107.75M | 50.55M |
Cash Flow | |||||
| Free Cash Flow | -3.68M | 2.70M | -25.66M | -20.01M | -12.13M |
| Operating Cash Flow | -3.68M | 3.20M | -24.96M | -17.02M | -11.94M |
| Investing Cash Flow | -1.52M | 1.06M | -107.00K | -14.43M | 1.23M |
| Financing Cash Flow | -7.98M | 37.25M | 25.75M | 47.58M | 13.17M |
Helios Underwriting Technical Analysis
Helios Underwriting Peers Comparison
Name | Overall Rating | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | ROE | Dividend Yield | Revenue Growth | EPS Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ― | £5.34B | 7.57 | 22.59% | 2.68% | 6.00% | -24.29% | |
| ― | £1.62B | 8.96 | 15.18% | 11.44% | 8.78% | -38.83% | |
| ― | £526.57M | 48.34 | 1.39% | 7.91% | 15.83% | -93.41% | |
| ― | £10.01B | 12.19 | 65.36% | 7.17% | 22.62% | 106.27% | |
| ― | $18.00B | 11.42 | 9.92% | 3.81% | 9.73% | 1.22% | |
| ― | £155.95M | 8.61 | ― | 2.75% | ― | ― |
Helios Underwriting Corporate Events
Helios Underwriting plc announced that all resolutions proposed at their General Meeting, including a special resolution for a tender offer to shareholders, were approved. The meeting also saw significant support for increasing the cap on Directors’ fees and authorizing the company to make market purchases of its own shares, indicating strong shareholder backing for Helios’ strategic initiatives.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:HUW) stock is a Hold with a £225.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Helios Underwriting stock, see the GB:HUW Stock Forecast page.
Helios Underwriting plc has announced significant leadership changes with the appointment of Louis Tucker as CEO and Joanna Parsons as an Independent Non-Executive Director. Louis Tucker, with over two decades of experience in the Lloyd’s Market, is expected to lead Helios at a pivotal moment, leveraging his expertise in managing and scaling businesses. Joanna Parsons brings extensive experience in strategic and equity analysis, M&A, and financial oversight, which is expected to enhance Helios’s strategic growth and governance.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:HUW) stock is a Hold with a £225.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Helios Underwriting stock, see the GB:HUW Stock Forecast page.
Helios Underwriting plc is hosting a Capital Markets Day to engage with investors and analysts, featuring presentations on its business model, financials, and portfolio strategy. The event will introduce the new CEO, Louis Tucker, and provide insights into the company’s syndicate evaluation and strategic use of stochastic analysis, although no new material information or trading updates will be disclosed.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:HUW) stock is a Hold with a £225.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Helios Underwriting stock, see the GB:HUW Stock Forecast page.
Helios Underwriting plc has announced a proposed return of up to £7.3 million to its shareholders through a tender offer at 238 pence per ordinary share, representing a 16.7% premium to the recent market price. This decision follows strong financial results and favorable underwriting conditions at Lloyd’s, aiming to efficiently return excess capital to shareholders while considering tax implications and equality of treatment.
Helios Underwriting announced strong interim financial results for the first half of 2025, driven by favorable Lloyd’s market conditions and strategic management. The company reported a 6p increase in net asset value per share and a significant reduction in operating expenses. Helios also declared a total cash dividend of 10 pence per share and expects further profit growth in the second half of the year. The appointment of Louis Tucker as CEO and the focus on digitalization and portfolio management are expected to enhance operational capabilities. Despite challenges from natural disasters in 2024, the company remains optimistic about future returns and continues to unlock shareholder value.
Helios Underwriting has appointed Louis Tucker as its new Chief Executive Officer, pending regulatory approval. Tucker, who brings over two decades of experience in the Lloyd’s Market, is expected to enhance Helios’ strategic positioning and shareholder returns with his extensive background in managing and scaling insurance businesses. His appointment is seen as a significant step in strengthening Helios’ portfolio and continuing its track record of outperforming the Lloyd’s market.
Helios Underwriting plc announced that Mr. Nigel Hanbury, Non-Executive Deputy Chairman and Director, along with associated persons, conducted a transaction involving the sale and subsequent purchase of 200,000 ordinary shares at 220 pence per share. This transaction did not alter Mr. Hanbury’s total interest in the company, which remains at 8,907,225 ordinary shares, representing 11.38% of the company’s issued share capital. The transaction was conducted in compliance with the UK Market Abuse Regulation, and it maintains the status quo in terms of Mr. Hanbury’s stake in the company.
Helios Underwriting plc announced the sale of ordinary shares under its Joint Share Ownership Plan (JSOP) by a person discharging managerial responsibilities, Nigel Hanbury. The transaction involved the sale of 434,552 shares at £2.02 per share, with proceeds split between Mr. Hanbury and the JSOP Co-Owner. The sale was part of a broader transaction involving loan funding by Helios to the Trust, which was deemed fair and reasonable by independent directors. This transaction impacts the company’s shareholding structure and reflects its ongoing financial strategies.
Helios Underwriting plc announced that Mr. Nigel Hanbury, the Non-Executive Deputy Chairman and Director, along with persons closely associated with him, sold and subsequently purchased the same number of ordinary shares, resulting in no change to their total interest in the company. This transaction, conducted in compliance with UK Market Abuse Regulation, maintains Mr. Hanbury’s stake at 12.18% of the issued share capital, reflecting stability in the company’s shareholder structure.
Helios Underwriting has announced its mid-point forecasts for its syndicate capacity for the 2023 and 2024 years, reflecting strong financial performance and strategic capital allocation. Despite challenges such as the California wildfires, the company has improved its forecasts, demonstrating pricing adequacy and a disciplined approach, which is expected to continue delivering shareholder returns.
Helios Underwriting plc announced that as of 31 July 2025, its issued share capital consisted of 78,268,186 ordinary shares, with 5,630,255 held in treasury, resulting in a total of 72,637,931 voting rights. This information is crucial for shareholders to determine their notification requirements under the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.