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Greenlight Capital Re (GLRE)
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Greenlight Capital Re (GLRE) Price & Analysis

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GLRE Stock Chart & Stats

$13.16
-$0.05(-0.39%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$13.16
-$0.05(-0.39%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Deleveraging And Very Low LeverageMaterial debt paydown to $5M (0.7% leverage) meaningfully improves financial flexibility for a reinsurer. Low leverage reduces refinancing risk, increases capacity to absorb catastrophe losses, supports regulatory capital, and enables ongoing buybacks and targeted fixed-maturity investments without stressing balance-sheet resilience.
Strengthening Cash GenerationSustained positive operating and free cash flow over multiple years boosts the firm's ability to fund claims, invest float, and return capital. For a capital-intensive reinsurance model, consistent cash generation lessens reliance on external funding and supports durable underwriting and investment strategies despite past volatility.
Improved Underwriting Performance And ScaleA sub-100% combined ratio and record underwriting income indicate improving underwriting discipline and pricing execution. Sustained combined-ratio improvement increases the chance underwriting profits, not just investment returns, drive long-term returns and supports book-value growth and capacity expansion in core P&C reinsurance lines.
Bears Say
Extreme Revenue Decline In Latest Annual PeriodA ~91% revenue drop in the latest annual period signals a material contraction in top-line scale or a meaningful accounting/segment shift. Even with strong margins recently, such a sharp decline undermines earnings sustainability, reduces diversification of premium sources, and raises questions about the durability of recent profitability trends.
Innovations Segment Underwriting Losses And Rising Expense RatioRapid growth in Innovations accompanied by >100% combined ratios and elevated expense ratios from scaling costs indicates the segment is dilutive near term. Prolonged underwriting losses or persistent higher acquisition/expense ratios could erode consolidated margins and require more capital or higher pricing to restore profitability.
Rate Softening And Elevated Catastrophe/geopolitical ExposureIndustry rate softening and rising modeled hurricane exposure increase the risk of underwriting margin compression and larger tail losses. For a reinsurer, weaker renewal pricing and higher catastrophe/geopolitical exposures make earnings and capital more sensitive to loss events and market cycles, challenging mid-term margin stability.

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GLRE FAQ

What was Greenlight Capital Re’s price range in the past 12 months?
Greenlight Capital Re lowest stock price was $11.56 and its highest was $19.25 in the past 12 months.
    What is Greenlight Capital Re’s market cap?
    Greenlight Capital Re’s market cap is $614.08M.
      When is Greenlight Capital Re’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Greenlight Capital Re’s upcoming earnings report date is May 12, 2026 which is in 25 days.
        How were Greenlight Capital Re’s earnings last quarter?
        Greenlight Capital Re released its earnings results on Mar 09, 2026. The company reported $1.44 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $1.121 by $0.319.
          Is Greenlight Capital Re overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Greenlight Capital Re’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Greenlight Capital Re pay dividends?
            Greenlight Capital Re does not currently pay dividends.
            What is Greenlight Capital Re’s EPS estimate?
            Greenlight Capital Re’s EPS estimate is 1.25.
              How many shares outstanding does Greenlight Capital Re have?
              Greenlight Capital Re has 33,983,604 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Greenlight Capital Re’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Greenlight Capital Re reported an EPS of $1.44 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $1.121. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 5.352%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Greenlight Capital Re?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GLRE
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                    Company Description

                    Greenlight Capital Re

                    Greenlight Capital Re (GLRE) is a reinsurance and investment management company that specializes in providing property and casualty reinsurance products. Headquartered in the Cayman Islands, GLRE operates in the insurance sector, focusing on a range of reinsurance solutions for various risks, including those associated with natural disasters and other catastrophic events. The company is known for its unique approach by integrating investment management with its reinsurance operations, allowing it to leverage its capital effectively.

                    Greenlight Capital Re (GLRE) Earnings & Revenues

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                    GLRE Earnings Call

                    Q4 2026
                    0:00 / 0:00
                    Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
                    The call presented a predominately positive picture: record underwriting income, strong quarter and full-year net income, significant book-value growth, successful deleveraging, an AM Best upgrade, and meaningful premium and syndicate growth. Investment performance (Solasglas) contributed materially to results and produced solid positive returns, though it lagged the S&P 500 in 2025. Key challenges include a >100% combined ratio in the Innovations segment driven by a large surety loss and higher expense ratios from growth investments, prior-year reserve strengthening, rate softening in Specialty and Property at the 1/1 renewals, and some geopolitical exposure. Overall, the positive operational and capital-management achievements outweigh the noted headwinds.View all GLRE earnings summaries
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