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Outperform 71 (OpenAI - 5.2)
Rating:71Outperform
Price Target:
C$55.00
▲(21.84% Upside)
Action:ReiteratedDate:02/18/26
The score is driven primarily by improving profitability, solid cash generation, and conservative leverage, reinforced by a positive earnings-call read-through (strong ROE, combined ratio, and book value growth). The main offsets are the sharp reported 2025 revenue decline and technically stretched momentum signals that raise near-term pullback risk.
Positive Factors
Underwriting discipline and profitable margins
Consistent underwriting discipline (ROE in the high teens, combined ratio in the mid-80s) and meaningful margin expansion imply durable profitability. Improved gross and net margins through 2025 show the business can generate sustainable underwriting returns and compound capital over time.
Conservative leverage and strong equity growth
Low leverage and a growing equity base support underwriting capacity and loss absorption over economic cycles. A conservative balance sheet preserves flexibility for underwriting pull-through, reinsurance strategies and continued U.S. expansion without straining capital.
Reliable free cash flow and growing investment income
High cash conversion and rising investment income (assets ~$1.8B; investment income up) create steady internal funding for growth and capital returns. Durable cash generation reduces dependence on external financing and supports long-term underwriting capacity.
Negative Factors
Revenue volatility and sharp 2025 decline
A large, abrupt revenue contraction raises questions about business mix, premium retention and sustainable growth. Persistent top-line volatility can impair planning, increase operating leverage risk and make underwriting and investment returns harder to project over the medium term.
Rising expense ratio from mix shift
A structural shift into higher-expense specialty lines raises the company's fixed-cost burden and breakeven thresholds. If the mix persists, underwriting margins could be pressured, requiring sustained pricing discipline or higher premium growth to offset higher expense ratios.
Competitive pressure and premium declines in key lines
Ongoing competition in Canadian Fronting and measured growth in corporate insurance limit pricing power and premium expansion. Structural competitive pressures can compress underwriting income and slow durable top-line recovery unless offset by product differentiation or distribution gains.

Trisura Group Ltd (TSU) vs. iShares MSCI Canada ETF (EWC)

Trisura Group Ltd Business Overview & Revenue Model

Company DescriptionTrisura Group Ltd., a specialty insurance company, operates in the surety, risk solutions, corporate insurance, and reinsurance businesses in Canada, the United States, and internationally. The company offers contract surety bonds, such as performance, and labor and material payment bonds primarily for the construction industry; commercial surety bonds, including license and permit, tax and excise, and fiduciary bonds to governments, regulatory bodies, or courts to guarantee compliance with legal or fiduciary obligations; and developer surety bonds comprising bonds to secure real estate developers' legislated deposit and warranty obligations on residential projects. It provides risk solutions, including warranty programs to program administrators, managing general agents, captive insurance companies, affinity groups, and reinsurers. The company also offers corporate insurance products that comprise directors' and officers' insurance for public, private, and non-profit enterprises; errors and omissions liability insurance for enterprises and professionals; business office package insurance for enterprises and professionals; and fidelity insurance for commercial and financial institutions. Trisura Group Ltd. was incorporated in 2017 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
How the Company Makes MoneyTrisura Group Ltd generates revenue primarily through the underwriting of insurance premiums, which are collected from policyholders in exchange for coverage against specified risks. The company earns significant income from its surety bonds, which guarantee the performance of contractors and businesses in various industries. Additionally, Trisura receives investment income from the premium reserves it holds before claims are paid out. The company's revenue model is bolstered by strategic partnerships with brokers and agents, which facilitate access to a broader client base. Furthermore, Trisura benefits from diversification across different insurance sectors, allowing it to mitigate risks and stabilize earnings.

Trisura Group Ltd Earnings Call Summary

Earnings Call Date:Nov 06, 2025
(Q4-2025)
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Next Earnings Date:Apr 30, 2026
Earnings Call Sentiment Positive
The call conveyed a generally positive outlook: strong profitability (17% operating ROE), solid premium and revenue growth across core segments, double‑digit book value expansion, notable successes in Surety (36% growth, U.S. top‑30 ranking), Warranty (17% growth) and a conservative, opportunity‑ready investment posture. Challenges were acknowledged—quarterly combined ratio was higher versus a strong 2024 comparator, underwriting income was down vs prior year quarter, Canadian fronting remains soft and Surety growth is expected to normalize—but these issues are presented as manageable within a well‑capitalized platform with disciplined underwriting and strategic focus. Overall, highlights outweigh the lowlights.
Q4-2025 Updates
Positive Updates
Strong Profitability and Operating Returns
Operating return on equity of 17% (exceeding mid‑teens target); operating EPS of $0.75 for the quarter and $2.85 for the full year; operating net income of $36.5 million for the quarter.
Disciplined Combined Ratio
Combined ratio of ~85% for the quarter and 84.9% for the full year, supporting the company's mid‑teens ROE objective and demonstrating underwriting discipline.
Material Book Value Growth
Book value per share grew 18% year‑over‑year to $19.42 at Dec 31, 2025; book value exceeded $920 million and has grown at a 5‑year average of 26%, with a target of $1 billion by end of 2027.
Premium and Revenue Growth
Gross premiums written of $786 million in the quarter, up 10% year‑over‑year; net insurance revenue (approx. net premiums earned) of $200 million for the quarter, up 11.8% YoY; Primary lines net insurance revenue grew ~20% in 2025.
Segment Standouts — Surety, Warranty, Corporate
Surety premium growth of 36% (noted as a standout) with U.S. expansion (ranked among top 30 U.S. Surety writers by Q3); Warranty grew 17% driven by deeper partner relationships; Corporate Insurance delivered a strong 31% loss ratio, indicating profitable underwriting.
U.S. Programs Momentum
U.S. programs grew 17% in the quarter (4% for the year) with an 81% combined ratio, benefiting from strong portfolio performance, MGA growth and improving reinsurance capacity.
Investment Income and Conservative Positioning
Investment interest and dividend income of approximately $83 million for 2025 (up ~18%); net investment income for the quarter was $21.5 million (up 25% in the quarter); portfolio described as conservatively positioned with dry powder to exploit market dislocations.
Strong Capital Position and Leverage Discipline
Debt‑to‑capital ratio increased to 12.7% after drawing the revolver to support U.S. Surety but remains well under the conservative 25% leverage target; management states capital at highest level in company history and self‑funding posture for strategic initiatives.
Negative Updates
Quarterly Increase in Combined Ratio vs Prior Year
The group's combined ratio of 85% in the quarter was higher than the prior year; loss ratio was slightly larger due to a higher loss ratio at Trisura Specialty compared to an unusually low 2024, and expense ratio rose due to higher contingent profit commissions and a more normalized expense ratio at U.S. programs.
Underwriting Income Pressures in Quarter
Underwriting income for the quarter was lower than the prior year as a result of the slightly higher combined ratio, partially offset by growth in the business.
Canadian Fronting Softness and Competitive Pressures
Canadian fronting experienced top‑line softness in 2025; management expects the Canadian fronting premium to be flat to down a few points next year due to a competitive market—though underwriting income remained relatively stable in 2025.
Expectations of Normalization in Surety Growth
Surety grew 36% in 2025, but management cautioned that this pace is expected to normalize going forward (i.e., the 36% surge is unlikely to be sustained).
Foreign Exchange Headwind
Book value growth was partly offset during the year by FX movement (weakening Canadian dollar against the U.S. dollar), creating a currency headwind to reported equity growth.
Incremental Leverage Draw to Support U.S. Expansion
A draw on the revolving credit facility to capitalize the U.S. Surety balance sheet increased debt‑to‑capital to 12.7% (higher than prior year), indicating higher short‑term leverage to support growth (though still within conservative limits).
Company Guidance
Management reiterated guidance for continued profitable growth, targeting premium growth, operating return on equity and book value per share growth in excess of 15% and reaffirmed the $1.0 billion book‑value goal (BVPS $19.42 at Dec 31, 2025; FY book value +18%, five‑year average BV growth 26%, total book value >$920m), while remaining conservatively leveraged (debt‑to‑capital 12.7% vs a 25% target) and reporting operating ROE of 17% (operating EPS $2.85 FY, $0.75 Q4). At a business‑line level they expect Trisura Specialty to grow mid‑teens with a combined ratio ~86–87% next year (Q4 combined ratio 85%, FY 84.9%), U.S. programs to grow mid‑ to high‑single digits with a low‑80s combined ratio (Q4 GWP +17%, FY +4%, combined ratio ~81%), and highlighted momentum in Surety (+36% premium, pace to normalize), Warranty (+17%) and Primary lines (+15%); quarterly net insurance revenue was $200m (+11.8%), net investment income $21.5m (+25%) and FY interest/dividend income ~ $83m (+18%).

Trisura Group Ltd Financial Statement Overview

Summary
Profitability and margins improved meaningfully through 2025, the balance sheet remains conservatively levered (debt-to-equity ~0.17 in 2025), and free cash flow tracks net income closely. Key risks are the sharp reported 2025 revenue decline (-56%) and historically volatile operating cash flow.
Income Statement
66
Positive
Profitability improved meaningfully from 2022 to 2025, with gross margin moving from negative (-21.6% in 2022) to solid levels (27.1% in 2025) and net margin expanding to 16.4% in 2025 (vs. 15.3% in 2024 and 9.4% in 2023). Earnings have scaled alongside higher operating profitability (EBIT margin 22.4% in 2025). The key weakness is growth volatility: revenue expanded strongly from 2020–2024, but 2025 shows a sharp reported revenue decline (-56.0%), which raises questions around sustainability and/or business mix changes.
Balance Sheet
74
Positive
The balance sheet looks conservatively levered, with debt-to-equity staying low across the period (roughly 0.13–0.24) and still modest at 0.17 in 2025. Equity has compounded strongly (from ~$290M in 2020 to ~$925M in 2025), supporting balance-sheet resilience. A watch item is that total debt increased in 2025 (~$157M vs. ~$108M in 2024), though leverage remains reasonable for the business.
Cash Flow
79
Positive
Cash generation is a clear strength: free cash flow closely tracks net income each year (about ~97%–100%), suggesting good earnings quality. 2025 free cash flow rose 26.1% and operating cash flow was strong (~$383M). The main weakness is volatility in cash conversion year-to-year, including unusually weak operating cash flow relative to earnings in 2024 (coverage ~0.09) and a negative figure in 2023, which implies working-capital or timing-driven swings.
BreakdownDec 2025Dec 2024Dec 2023Dec 2022Dec 2021
Income Statement
Total Revenue867.95M778.83M711.34M520.77M349.88M
Gross Profit235.35M197.19M118.13M-112.58M159.79M
EBITDA198.19M163.19M94.49M46.01M86.01M
Net Income142.25M118.92M66.94M27.80M62.56M
Balance Sheet
Total Assets5.01B4.59B3.58B4.28B3.00B
Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments1.76B1.36B611.52M1.17B341.32M
Total Debt157.03M107.57M84.70M86.74M84.68M
Total Liabilities4.08B3.81B2.97B3.80B2.64B
Stockholders Equity924.67M785.27M619.43M493.65M358.79M
Cash Flow
Free Cash Flow377.67M115.89M257.20M148.80M303.39M
Operating Cash Flow382.80M119.73M257.91M150.93M306.85M
Investing Cash Flow-387.70M-471.81M-117.34M-241.99M-148.65M
Financing Cash Flow24.80M22.04M48.06M141.59M45.15M

Trisura Group Ltd Technical Analysis

Technical Analysis Sentiment
Neutral
Last Price45.14
Price Trends
50DMA
44.56
Positive
100DMA
41.85
Positive
200DMA
41.50
Positive
Market Momentum
MACD
0.55
Positive
RSI
49.12
Neutral
STOCH
36.56
Neutral
Evaluating momentum and price trends is crucial in stock analysis to make informed investment decisions. For TSE:TSU, the sentiment is Neutral. The current price of 45.14 is below the 20-day moving average (MA) of 45.82, above the 50-day MA of 44.56, and above the 200-day MA of 41.50, indicating a neutral trend. The MACD of 0.55 indicates Positive momentum. The RSI at 49.12 is Neutral, neither overbought nor oversold. The STOCH value of 36.56 is Neutral, not indicating any strong overbought or oversold conditions. Overall, these indicators collectively point to a Neutral sentiment for TSE:TSU.

Trisura Group Ltd Peers Comparison

Overall Rating
UnderperformOutperform
Sector (68)
Financial Indicators
Name
Overall Rating
Market Cap
P/E Ratio
ROE
Dividend Yield
Revenue Growth
EPS Growth
74
Outperform
C$45.38B15.1216.27%1.86%2.51%44.44%
72
Outperform
C$49.59B12.8814.25%4.11%-19.88%-13.92%
72
Outperform
C$13.74B15.0914.34%2.11%-25.13%16.40%
71
Outperform
C$2.16B14.3515.79%0.67%11.59%
69
Neutral
C$1.29B2.5013.36%4.03%-10.94%-73.26%
68
Neutral
C$8.24B21.3013.44%0.98%19.80%-12.93%
68
Neutral
$18.00B11.429.92%3.81%9.73%1.22%
* Financial Sector Average
Performance Comparison
Ticker
Company Name
Price
Change
% Change
TSE:TSU
Trisura Group Ltd
45.69
12.03
35.74%
TSE:SLF
Sun Life Financial
89.54
13.83
18.26%
TSE:IAG
iA Financial Corporation Inc
150.97
26.69
21.48%
TSE:IFC
Intact Financial Corporation
255.59
-27.30
-9.65%
TSE:SFC
Sagicor Financial
9.54
2.69
39.31%
TSE:DFY
Definity Financial Corp.
67.75
5.92
9.58%

Trisura Group Ltd Corporate Events

Business Operations and StrategyFinancial Disclosures
Trisura Posts Robust 2025 Results on Strong Underwriting and Investment Income
Positive
Feb 12, 2026

Trisura Group reported strong fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, underscoring disciplined underwriting and growing investment income. The specialty insurer grew book value per share 18.1% to $19.42, delivered a full-year combined ratio of 84.9%, and expanded net insurance revenue by 12.1%, driven by primary lines and surety, particularly in Canada and its scaling U.S. operations.

Fourth-quarter operating net income dipped 4.2% to $36.6 million on a higher combined ratio, but net income nearly doubled to $37.6 million on increased investment gains. With record capital of $925 million and a modest 12.7% debt-to-capital ratio, Trisura signaled ample financial flexibility to support its U.S. surety build-out and broader growth initiatives, maintaining strong operating ROE despite higher shareholders’ equity levels.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:TSU) stock is a Buy with a C$48.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Trisura Group Ltd stock, see the TSE:TSU Stock Forecast page.

Financial Disclosures
Trisura Sets February Dates for Q4 and 2025 Full-Year Results and Earnings Call
Neutral
Feb 5, 2026

Trisura Group Ltd., a Toronto-listed specialty insurer focused on surety, warranty, corporate insurance, program and fronting business lines in Canada and the United States, conducts its operations through wholly owned subsidiaries and directs investors to its website and regulatory filings for detailed disclosures. The company announced it will release its fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 financial results after markets close on February 12, 2026, followed by an earnings conference call with President and CEO David Clare and CFO David Scotland on February 13, 2026, providing analysts and investors an opportunity to assess recent performance and outlook via a live webcast and replay.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:TSU) stock is a Buy with a C$48.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Trisura Group Ltd stock, see the TSE:TSU Stock Forecast page.

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This AI Analyst Stock Report is automatically generated by our AI systems using advanced algorithms and publicly available financial, technical, and market data. While the information provided aims to be accurate and insightful, it is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Any content created by an AI (Artificial Intelligence) system may contain inaccuracies and/or contain errors. Investing in stocks carries inherent risks, and past performance is not indicative of future results. This report does not account for your personal financial circumstances, objectives, or risk tolerance. Always conduct your own research or consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions. The analysis and recommendations provided are based on historical and current data and may not fully reflect future market conditions or unexpected developments. Neither the creators of this report nor its affiliated entities guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information presented. Use this report at your own discretion and risk.Date of analysis: Feb 18, 2026