Sharemaestro company-news research for Essent Group Ltd (ESNT), showing current tone, evidence confidence, direct company coverage, sector and industry context, completed price response and the source headlines used on the page. Scores describe published news evidence. Confidence describes the amount, freshness, source breadth and direct company relevance of that evidence. Price context is shown separately.
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Provisional evidence
Company news sentiment
Latest ESNT news and sentiment
Essent Group Ltd
Company headlines from the last 30 days, weighted by freshness, relevance, publisher quality and the strength of the wording. Price is shown separately.
30-day score52Neutral is 50
Early balanced news score
29/100 evidence confidence
97% direct company focus
24 current stories across 8 publishers
Current company news
Early balanced news score
24 company-specific stories are available, but there are not yet enough fresh stories from separate publishers for a firm reading.
Observed headline tone59/100
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Published 30-day score52/100
Latest source headline
Essent Group (ESNT) Stock May Trade At A Discount To Earnings
finance.yahoo.com · 18 Sep 2026 23:12
Older, less relevant and less reliable stories count for less. Confidence is shown separately.
What supports the score
24 current stories are mapped specifically to ESNT.
The score uses 8 publishers rather than depending on one outlet.
What limits the score
The stories agree, but freshness-weighted evidence is only 0.323.
Confidence is 29/100, below the threshold for a firm score.
52/100
News scoreEarly balanced news score
29/100
Confidencethin evidence
97%/100
Company news24 company stories
91/100
Story agreement9/100 difference
News history
Daily score and story count over 30 days
22 Aug06 Sep20 Sep
News scoreStory count50 baseline
Confidence
How reliable the score is
Confidence uses the amount of news, separate publishers, direct company relevance, freshness and agreement. A high or low score is not automatically reliable.
Amount of evidence6
0.323 after freshness weightingSource breadth100
8 independent publishersCompany relevance97
share tied directly to this companyFreshness51
recency-weighted evidenceAgreement91
how closely stories agreePublisher mix69
less reliance on one publisherPrice and news history
Weekly price and news-score history
Company-specific news is present, but the evidence has not yet earned enough independent, fresh information weight for price confirmation to be treated as a firm signal.
26 completed price weeks21 comparable news-score weeks
One scoring method across the chart.Stored company headlines are recalculated at each weekly point with the current 30-day freshness weighting. Old published snapshots are left unchanged.
27 Mar23 Jun18 Sep
Weekly close, indexedSentiment score
WeekNews scoreCloseWeekly move
18 Sep 202652USD 67.19-1.5%
11 Sep 202652USD 68.18-1.4%
04 Sep 202654USD 69.18+0.9%
28 Aug 202656USD 68.544898+1.2%
21 Aug 202660USD 67.719175-2.2%
14 Aug 202664USD 69.211445+1.2%
07 Aug 202663USD 68.365825+4.2%
31 Jul 202653USD 65.62005-0.2%
Provisional evidence
News subjects
What is shaping the score
Earnings5914 stories · 58%
Market update477 stories · 29%
Capital return612 stories · 8%
Guidance501 stories · 4%
Source mix
Where the evidence comes from
Kalkine Media505 stories · 21%
ad-hoc-news.de653 stories · 12%
Zacks563 stories · 12%
simplywall.st602 stories · 8%
Stock Titan402 stories · 8%
Eastern Progress651 stories · 4%
Simply Wall Street621 stories · 4%
Recurring subjects
Subjects appearing most often
Finance10Earnings9Financial Markets6Earnings Growth4Share Price3Insurance3Financials2Dividends2Value Investing1Valuation1
Earlier readings
How the score has changed
Past and present use the same method.Each point recalculates the previous 30 days of stored company headlines with today's scoring rules. The original stored snapshots remain unchanged.
29 Jun50 neutral20 Sep 02:17
ConstructiveBalanced or withheldCautious
Changes in the stored score
Scores are rebuilt from stored headlines with the current 30-day method. Days with no change are collapsed.
| Observed | Score | Move | Confidence | Stories | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Sep 02:17 | 52 | +0 | 26/100 (-3) | 22 (-2) | Provisional |
| 18 Sep 23:59 | 52 | +2 | 29/100 (+4) | 24 (-1) | Provisional |
| 17 Sep 23:59 | 50 | -1 | 25/100 (+6) | 25 (-1) | Provisional |
| 16 Sep 23:59 | 51 | +0 | 19/100 (-1) | 26 (+1) | Provisional |
| 15 Sep 23:59 | 51 | -1 | 20/100 (-8) | 25 (-10) | Provisional |
| 10 Sep 23:59 | 52 | -2 | 28/100 (-3) | 35 (-17) | Provisional |
| 06 Sep 23:59 | 54 | +0 | 31/100 (+1) | 52 (-9) | Provisional |
| 05 Sep 23:59 | 54 | +0 | 30/100 (+2) | 61 (-1) | Provisional |
Source headlines
The news behind the score
Only company-specific stories enter this score. The latest 30 days are shown newest first, with newer stories weighted more heavily and duplicate coverage combined.
#1—Not directional
finance.yahoo.comDirect company coverageStored article
Essent Group (ESNT) Stock May Trade At A Discount To Earnings
Essent Group has delivered strong long term share price gains, and that naturally raises a question for anyone looking at the stock today. Is the current market value properly aligned with what the business is earning per share, or have expectations moved ahead of the underlying profit picture? Over the past 5 years the stock is up 68.0%. That puts real weight on whether the current valuation can still be grounded in Essent Group's earnings power. The business is heavily tied to mortgage credit performance and capital strength. Investors are effectively betting that its underwriting, loss expe
Balance SheetEarningsFinancialsMortgage InsuranceShare PriceValuation
- Published
- 18 Sep 2026 23:12
- News subject
- Earnings
- Why this score
- Positive financial language
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 0.6d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#266Tone
ad-hoc-news.deDirect company coverageScored from headline
Essent Group stock holds near recent highs as insider selling follows strong quarterly earnings
- Published
- 18 Sep 2026 12:20
- News subject
- Earnings
- Why this score
- Operating growth
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Direct company coverage
- Story strength
- High · 60/100
- 30-day weight
- 45.3% of the score · 1.0d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#342Tone
GuruFocusDirect company coverageScored from headline
Essent Group Ltd (ESNT) SVP and CFO David Weinstock Sells 5,500 Shares
- Published
- 17 Sep 2026 22:55
- News subject
- Market update
- Why this score
- Institutional or insider selling
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Direct company coverage
- Story strength
- Medium · 44/100
- 30-day weight
- 15.9% of the score · 1.6d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#4—Not directional
Kalkine MediaDirect company coverageStored article
Essent Group Director Heise Angela L's Derivative Securities Award Comprises 46.4% of Holdings
Essent Group Ltd. (NYSE: ESNT) Director Heise Angela L received a significant award of derivative securities on September 10, 2026. This award constitutes approximately 46.4% of her total derivative securities holding in the company. The transaction updates her reported derivative position, offering key insights for investors.
Finance
- Published
- 16 Sep 2026 16:08
- News subject
- Market update
- Why this score
- The headline reports news without a clear direction
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 2.9d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#5—Not directional
Kalkine MediaDirect company coverageStored article
Essent Group Director Benson David C Receives Derivative Award Equal to 46.4% of Holdings
Essent Group Ltd. director Benson David C was granted derivative securities on September 10, 2026, which accounted for 46.4% of his total derivative-securities holding after the transaction. This award, classified under code A, provides investors with insight into the director's derivative position. The transaction highlights the award's significance within Benson David C's overall derivative securities portfolio.
Finance
- Published
- 15 Sep 2026 17:00
- News subject
- Market update
- Why this score
- The headline reports news without a clear direction
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 3.8d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#6—Not directional
Kalkine MediaDirect company coverageStored article
Essent Group Director Connor Martin P. Granted 28 Derivative Securities Between June and September 2026
Essent Group Ltd. director Connor Martin P. was granted 28 derivative securities at no cost through two transactions between June 10 and September 10, 2026. These transactions, reported under SEC code A, resulted in Martin P. holding 28 derivative securities.
Finance
- Published
- 15 Sep 2026 14:07
- News subject
- Market update
- Why this score
- The headline reports news without a clear direction
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 4.0d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#7—Not directional
Kalkine MediaDirect company coverageStored article
Essent Group Director Pauls Douglas J Receives Derivative Securities Award Representing 46.4% of Holdings
Essent Group director Pauls Douglas J was granted derivative securities on September 10, 2026, which now represent approximately 46.4% of his total derivative holdings in the company. This transaction, classified under SEC code A, highlights the significant increase in his stake. The details underscore the director's expanded position within Essent Group (NYSE: ESNT).
Finance
- Published
- 15 Sep 2026 14:07
- News subject
- Market update
- Why this score
- The headline reports news without a clear direction
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 4.0d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#858Tone
ZacksDirect company coverageStored article
ESNT or CINF: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
Investors with an interest in Insurance - Property and Casualty stocks have likely encountered both Essent Group (ESNT) and Cincinnati Financial (CINF). But which of these two companies is the best option for those looking for undervalued stocks? Let's take a closer look. We have found that the best way to discover great value opportunities is to pair a strong Zacks Rank with a great grade in the Value category of our Style Scores system. The proven Zacks Rank emphasizes companies with positive estimate revision trends, and our Style Scores highlight stocks with specific traits. Right now, Ess
EarningsEarnings GrowthFinanceFinancial MarketsInsuranceShare Price
- Published
- 10 Sep 2026 15:40
- News subject
- Earnings
- Why this score
- Positive valuation view
- Company focus
- Shared story · 78%
- How it is used
- Direct company coverage
- Story strength
- Medium · 37/100
- 30-day weight
- 13.6% of the score · 8.9d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#957Tone
simplywall.stDirect company coverageScored from headline
How Essent Group’s Rising Dividend and EPS Outlook Will Impact Essent Group (ESNT) Investors
- Published
- 06 Sep 2026 22:26
- News subject
- Earnings
- Why this score
- Positive financial language
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Direct company coverage
- Story strength
- Low · 35/100
- 30-day weight
- 6.2% of the score · 12.6d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#1057Tone
ad-hoc-news.deDirect company coverageScored from headline
Essent Group stock gains on solid dividend and recent price strength
- Published
- 05 Sep 2026 09:28
- News subject
- Capital return
- Why this score
- Positive financial language
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Direct company coverage
- Story strength
- Low · 34/100
- 30-day weight
- 4.7% of the score · 14.1d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#11—Not directional
ZacksDirect company coverageStored article
Essent Group (ESNT) Could Be a Great Choice
Whether it's through stocks, bonds, ETFs, or other types of securities, all investors love seeing their portfolios score big returns. However, when you're an income investor, your primary focus is generating consistent cash flow from each of your liquid investments. Cash flow can come from bond interest, interest from other types of investments, and, of course, dividends. A dividend is that coveted distribution of a company's earnings paid out to shareholders, and investors often view it by its dividend yield, a metric that measures the dividend as a percent of the current stock price. Many ac
DividendsEarningsEarnings GrowthEarnings Per ShareFinancials
- Published
- 04 Sep 2026 15:45
- News subject
- Earnings
- Why this score
- The headline reports news without a clear direction
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 14.9d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#12—Not directional
CarePlus VietNamDirect company coverageScored from headline
ESNT Q2 2026 Earnings: 14.9% EPS Surprise Points to Favorable Credit Trends - Guidance Revision Trend
- Published
- 04 Sep 2026 07:00
- News subject
- Earnings
- Why this score
- The headline reports news without a clear direction
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 15.2d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#13—Not directional
StockStoryDirect company coverageStored article
Property & Casualty Insurance Q2 Earnings: Essent Group (NYSE:ESNT) Simply the Best
Property & Casualty Insurance Q2 Earnings: Essent Group (NYSE:ESNT) Simply the Best As the craze of earnings season draws to a close, here's a look back at some of the most exciting (and some less so) results from Q2. Today, we are looking at property & casualty insurance stocks, starting with Essent Group (NYSE:ESNT). Property & Casualty (P&C) insurers protect individuals and businesses against financial loss from damage to property or from legal liability. This is a cyclical industry, and the sector benefits when there is a 'hard market', characterized by strong premium rate increases that o
Climate ChangeEarningsEarnings ResultsFinancial ResultsInflationInsurance
- Published
- 03 Sep 2026 02:36
- News subject
- Earnings
- Why this score
- The headline reports news without a clear direction
- Company focus
- Shared story · 78%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 16.4d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#1465Tone
simplywall.stDirect company coverageScored from headline
Essent Group (ESNT) Declares A Fresh Dividend, Is The Stock Still Below Fair Value?
- Published
- 01 Sep 2026 22:30
- News subject
- Capital return
- Why this score
- Capital returned
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Direct company coverage
- Story strength
- Medium · 42/100
- 30-day weight
- 4.3% of the score · 17.6d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#15—Not directional
ad-hoc-news.deDirect company coverageScored from headline
Essent Group stock trades ex-dividend as investors weigh Q2 2026 earnings strength
- Published
- 01 Sep 2026 05:04
- News subject
- Earnings
- Why this score
- The headline reports news without a clear direction
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 18.3d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#16—Not directional
AD HOC NEWSDirect company coverageScored from headline
Essent Group stock holds steady as dividend and trading signals shape outlook
- Published
- 31 Aug 2026 19:48
- News subject
- Guidance
- Why this score
- The headline reports news without a clear direction
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 18.7d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#1760Tone
Yahoo! Finance CanadaDirect company coverageStored article
Essent Group Ltd's Dividend Analysis
Essent Group Ltd (ESNT) recently declared a $0.35 per share dividend, with a strong history of consistent payments since 2019 and impressive dividend growth rates over the past five years. The company exhibits a very low payout ratio of 0.18 and good profitability, indicating strong dividend sustainability despite recent negative EPS growth and underperformance in revenue and EBITDA growth compared to peers. Investors should monitor the company's growth strategies to ensure long-term dividend reliability.
Dividend PaymentsDividendsEarningsEarnings GrowthFinanceGrowth Rate
- Published
- 31 Aug 2026 18:58
- News subject
- Earnings
- Why this score
- Operating growth, Capital returned
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Direct company coverage
- Story strength
- Medium · 37/100
- 30-day weight
- 4.7% of the score · 18.7d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#18—Not directional
Kalkine MediaDirect company coverageStored article
Essent Group Director Douglas J. Pauls Executes Gift Transfer and Trust Share Sale
Essent Group Ltd. director Douglas J. Pauls completed a gift transfer of 2,625 common shares to a revocable trust and subsequently sold 2,500 shares from the trust at $69.7 per share. Following these transactions, Pauls directly holds zero shares, while his indirect ownership through the trust stands at 30,154 common shares. These movements were disclosed in a Form 4 filing dated August 25, 2026.
FinanceFinancial Markets
- Published
- 26 Aug 2026 05:12
- News subject
- Market update
- Why this score
- Institutional or insider selling
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 24.3d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#1962Tone
Simply Wall StreetDirect company coverageStored article
Is Essent Group (ESNT) Fairly Valued Or Is More Upside Still In View?
Essent Group (ESNT) recently closed at US$68.07, showing mixed short-term performance but strong long-term returns. Analysts suggest the stock is undervalued, with a fair value estimate of US$74.71, supported by its expansion into credit risk management. However, potential risks include housing affordability issues and increased alternative risk transfer by GSEs.
EarningsFinanceFinancial MarketsReal Estate
- Published
- 25 Aug 2026 03:14
- News subject
- Earnings
- Why this score
- Positive valuation view
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Direct company coverage
- Story strength
- Medium · 37/100
- 30-day weight
- 1.7% of the score · 25.4d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#2040Tone
Stock TitanDirect company coverageStored article
Essent Group (NYSE: ESNT) director to sell 2,500 shares
Essent Group Ltd. director Douglas J. Pauls plans to sell 2,500 common shares under Rule 144, valued at approximately $171,578. The sale is scheduled for August 24, 2026, through Raymond James & Associates on the NYSE. These shares were acquired from the issuer in multiple cash purchases between 2021 and 2025.
EarningsFinanceFinancial Markets
- Published
- 24 Aug 2026 18:14
- News subject
- Earnings
- Why this score
- Institutional or insider selling
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Direct company coverage
- Story strength
- Medium · 36/100
- 30-day weight
- 1.7% of the score · 25.8d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#2165Tone
Eastern ProgressDirect company coverageStored article
Essent Group (ESNT) Could Be a Great Choice
Essent Group (ESNT) is highlighted as a strong investment choice for income investors due to its attractive dividend yield of 2.01%, which is higher than its industry and the S&P 500. The company has a history of consistent dividend growth, with an average annual increase of 16.21% over the last five years, and solid earnings growth projected for 2026. ESNT also holds a strong Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy), making it a compelling option for those seeking both income and growth.
EarningsFinanceFinancial Markets
- Published
- 24 Aug 2026 03:14
- News subject
- Earnings
- Why this score
- Improving financial comparison, Operating growth
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Direct company coverage
- Story strength
- Medium · 41/100
- 30-day weight
- 1.9% of the score · 26.4d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#22—Not directional
VinanetDirect company coverageScored from headline
Essent (ESNT) EPS and Revenue: EPS Clears the Reported Estimate at the Close; Post-Earnings: Shares Finish 0.67% Down in Latest Trading - Quarterly Financial Update
- Published
- 23 Aug 2026 21:36
- News subject
- Earnings
- Why this score
- The headline reports news without a clear direction
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 26.6d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#2342Tone
Stock TitanDirect company coverageStored article
Essent Group (NYSE: ESNT) CEO sells shares in 10b5-1 plan trades
Essent Group Ltd.'s Chairman, CEO, and President, Mark Casale, reported the sale of 41,853 common shares through a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. The sales occurred on August 18 and August 19, 2026, at weighted average prices of $70.18 and $70.07 per share, respectively. This transaction is categorized as a net sale of $2.93 million and leaves an indirect holding of 250,000 shares via the Mark A Casale Trust.
Financial Markets
- Published
- 20 Aug 2026 19:41
- News subject
- Market update
- Why this score
- Institutional or insider selling
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Direct company coverage
- Story strength
- Low · 30/100
- 30-day weight
- <0.1% of the score · 29.7d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
#24—Not directional
ZacksDirect company coverageStored article
ESNT vs. CINF: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?
Investors interested in stocks from the Insurance - Property and Casualty sector have probably already heard of Essent Group (ESNT) and Cincinnati Financial (CINF). But which of these two stocks presents investors with the better value opportunity right now? Let's take a closer look. The best way to find great value stocks is to pair a strong Zacks Rank with an impressive grade in the Value category of our Style Scores system. The Zacks Rank is a proven strategy that targets companies with positive earnings estimate revision trends, while our Style Scores work to grade companies based on speci
EarningsEarnings EstimateEarnings GrowthInsuranceShare PriceValue Investing
- Published
- 20 Aug 2026 15:40
- News subject
- Earnings
- Why this score
- Positive financial language
- Company focus
- Shared story · 78%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 29.9d old
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
Earlier company news
ESNT news archive
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Aug
19
2026
ZacksArchivedPositive tone
Essent Group (ESNT) Upgraded to Buy: What Does It Mean for the Stock?
Essent Group (ESNT) could be a solid choice for investors given its recent upgrade to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). An upward trend in earnings estimates -- one of the most powerful forces impacting stock prices -- has triggered this rating change. The Zacks rating relies solely on a company's changing earnings picture. It tracks EPS estimates for the current and following years from the sell-side analysts covering the stock through a consensus measure -- the Zacks Consensus Estimate. Individual investors often find it hard to make decisions based on rating upgrades by Wall Street analysts, since the
EarningsEarnings EstimateEstimate RevisionsFinanceFinancial MarketsInstitutional Investors
- Published
- 19 Aug 2026 17:00
- Catalyst
- Analyst action
- Coverage
- Direct company
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
Aug
19
2026
Stock TitanArchivedNeutral tone
Essent Group (NYSE: ESNT) CEO lines up multimillion-dollar stock sale
Essent Group Ltd. (ESNT) CEO and President, Mark Casale, has filed a Rule 144 notice to sell 100,000 shares of common stock through J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, valued at approximately $6.9 million. These shares are related to RSU vesting events from 2019 and 2020. The filing also details Casale's recent open-market sales over the past three months, providing transparency into insider transactions.
EarningsFinanceFinancial Markets
- Published
- 19 Aug 2026 12:10
- Catalyst
- Earnings
- Coverage
- Direct company
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
Aug
18
2026
Stock TitanArchivedNegative tone
Essent Group (NYSE: ESNT) risk chief sells 14,175 shares under plan
Essent Group's SVP and Chief Risk Officer, Vijay Bhasin, sold 14,175 common shares at $70.00 each on August 18, 2026. This transaction was conducted under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. Following the sale, Bhasin directly holds 184,274 common shares of ESNT.
FinanceFinancial Markets
- Published
- 18 Aug 2026 22:12
- Catalyst
- Market update
- Coverage
- Direct company
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
Aug
18
2026
Stock TitanArchivedNegative tone
Essent Group (NYSE: ESNT) holder to sell 14,175 shares
An insider of Essent Group Ltd. (ESNT), Vijay Bhasin, plans to sell 14,175 common shares valued at $992,250.00 under Rule 144. These shares originate from restricted stock that vested on March 1, 2024. The filing also notes a previous sale of 483 shares on August 7, 2026, for $33,810.00.
Financial Markets
- Published
- 18 Aug 2026 16:10
- Catalyst
- Market update
- Coverage
- Direct company
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
Aug
18
2026
Investing.com IndiaArchivedPositive tone
Essent Group Ltd stock hits all-time high at 70.37 USD
Essent Group Ltd (ESNT) stock reached an all-time high of $70.37, driven by strong financial performance and investor confidence. The company recently surpassed Wall Street's profit expectations for Q2 2026, posting adjusted earnings of $2.08 per share, and has consistently raised its dividend for seven consecutive years. Despite revenue falling slightly short of estimates, the robust earnings and capital returns to shareholders highlight the company's financial health in the mortgage insurance industry.
EarningsEconomy MacroFinanceFinancial MarketsReal Estate
- Published
- 18 Aug 2026 15:10
- Catalyst
- Earnings
- Coverage
- Direct company
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
Aug
16
2026
StockStoryArchivedPositive tone
5 Insightful Analyst Questions From Essent Group’s Q2 Earnings Call
5 Insightful Analyst Questions From Essent Group's Q2 Earnings Call Essent Group's second quarter results were shaped by a stable credit environment, high persistency in its mortgage insurance portfolio, and increased investment income. Management attributed the strong cash generation to continued demand for mortgage insurance and the ability to maintain premium yields despite competitive industry dynamics. CEO Mark Casale highlighted the company's "Buy, Manage & Distribute" model as a key advantage, emphasizing that "success in our business is best measured by growth in book value per share."
EarningsFinanceFinancialsMortgage InsuranceReal EstateTechnology
- Published
- 16 Aug 2026 09:29
- Catalyst
- Earnings
- Coverage
- Direct company
- Duplicates
- 3 consolidated
Aug
16
2026
The Globe and MailArchivedNeutral tone
Essent Group Ltd Earnings Call Highlights Capital Strength
- Published
- 16 Aug 2026 08:00
- Catalyst
- Earnings
- Coverage
- Direct company
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
Aug
15
2026
vinanet.vnArchivedPositive tone
ESNT Q2 2026 Earnings: EPS Beats Estimates by 14.9% on Resilient Underwriting Performance - Performance Review
- Published
- 15 Aug 2026 19:40
- Catalyst
- Earnings
- Coverage
- Direct company
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
Aug
15
2026
MarketBeatArchivedNeutral tone
Essent Group (NYSE:ESNT) Raised to "Buy" at Wall Street Zen
Wall Street Zen upgraded Essent Group (NYSE:ESNT) to a "Buy" rating from "Hold," despite the broader analyst consensus remaining "Hold" with an average price target of $71.86. The company recently reported quarterly earnings of $2.08 per share and revenue of $362.69 million. Insiders have sold 40,320 shares worth approximately $2.63 million over the past quarter, while institutional investors own about 93% of the stock.
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MarketBeatArchivedPositive tone
16,826 Shares in Essent Group Ltd. $ESNT Bought by Summit Global Investments
Summit Global Investments acquired 16,826 shares of Essent Group Ltd. (ESNT) worth approximately $1.08 million in the second quarter. This purchase contributed to institutional investors owning 93% of the company, even as Essent insiders, including CEO Mark Casale and SVP Vijay Bhasin, sold shares under Rule 10b5-1 plans. Analysts generally maintain a "Hold" rating on ESNT with an average price target of $71.86, while the company reported strong quarterly EPS and declared a $0.35 dividend.
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- 15 Aug 2026 11:41
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Stock TitanArchivedNegative tone
Essent Group (ESNT) risk chief sells 483 shares under trading plan
Essent Group Ltd.'s SVP and Chief Risk Officer, Vijay Bhasin, sold 483 common shares at $70.00 per share on August 7, 2026, through a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. After this transaction, Bhasin directly holds 198,449 common shares of the company. The sale amounted to $34,000 and was reported in a Form 4 filing.
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- 15 Aug 2026 02:12
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MarketBeatArchivedNegative tone
Vijay Bhasin Sells 483 Shares of Essent Group (NYSE:ESNT) Stock
Essent Group SVP Vijay Bhasin sold 483 shares of ESNT stock for $33,810 on August 7th, reducing his direct ownership by 0.24% through a Rule 10b5-1 plan. The company's stock rose 0.4% to $69.53, reported quarterly EPS of $2.08, and declared a $0.35 dividend. Analysts maintain a consensus "Hold" rating with an average price target of $71.86, and institutional investors hold about 93% of the company's shares.
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Simply Wall StreetArchivedNeutral tone
Essent Group (ESNT) Is Up 5.8% After Stronger EPS And Major Buyback Completion - What's Changed
Essent Group (ESNT) has seen a 5.8% increase following its Q2 and H1 2026 results, reporting higher revenue and EPS. The company also completed a significant US$348 million share buyback, reducing its shares by 6.19%, and declared a US$0.35 quarterly dividend. Despite a slightly lower net income, the focus on capital return and share count reduction is evident, although investors need to consider risks related to housing affordability and potential slower home price growth.
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- 14 Aug 2026 16:40
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simplywall.stArchivedNeutral tone
Essent Group (ESNT) Is Up 5.8% After Stronger EPS And Major Buyback Completion - What's Changed
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Essent (ESNT) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
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ETFs Investing in Essent Group Ltd. Stocks
This article lists various ETFs that include Essent Group Ltd. (ESNT) stocks in their portfolios. The ETFs are sorted by market value and provide details such as weight of ESNT in the fund, issuer, management style, expense ratio, AUM, price, and 3-year NAV total return. The information helps investors understand how different ETFs offer exposure to Essent Group Ltd. and other related stocks.
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Essent (ESNT) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
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5 Insightful Analyst Questions From Essent Group’s Q2 Earnings Call
5 Insightful Analyst Questions From Essent Group's Q2 Earnings Call Essent Group's second quarter results were shaped by a stable credit environment, high persistency in its mortgage insurance portfolio, and increased investment income. Management attributed the strong cash generation to continued demand for mortgage insurance and the ability to maintain premium yields despite competitive industry dynamics. CEO Mark Casale highlighted the company's "Buy, Manage & Distribute" model as a key advantage, emphasizing that "success in our business is best measured by growth in book value per share."
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Essent Group Ltd (ESNT) Earnings Forecast: Future EPS & Revenue Growth Estimates
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Simply Wall StreetArchivedPositive tone
Essent Group Ltd. Just Recorded A 19% EPS Beat: Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting Next
Essent Group Ltd. (NYSE:ESNT) recently announced a strong earnings beat, with revenues hitting US$363 million and statutory earnings per share exceeding analyst expectations by 19%. Despite a slight downgrade in revenue forecasts, analysts increased their EPS predictions for 2026 to US$7.48, leading to an 8.7% rise in the average price target to US$74.71. However, the company's projected revenue growth of 1.9% annually until 2026 is expected to be slower than its historical growth and the wider industry.
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SahmArchivedPositive tone
Essent Group Ltd. Just Recorded A 19% EPS Beat: Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting Next
Essent Group Ltd. (NYSE: ESNT) recently reported a strong quarterly performance, beating revenue and EPS expectations. Following these results, analysts have updated their forecasts for 2026, slightly increasing EPS predictions despite a minor decrease in revenue estimates, leading to an 8.7% rise in the average price target. While the improved earnings outlook is positive, revenue growth is expected to slow and lag behind the broader industry.
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GuruFocusArchivedNegative tone
FMR LLC Reduces Stake in Essent Group Ltd (ESNT) by 42.76%
FMR LLC (Fidelity) significantly reduced its stake in Essent Group Ltd (ESNT) by 42.76% on June 30, 2026, selling over 2.1 million shares. Despite this reduction, Essent Group remains a fundamentally sound entity with strong growth potential, evidenced by its GF-Score of 91/100 and "Fairly Valued" status according to GuruFocus's GF Value model. The transaction likely reflects portfolio rebalancing by FMR LLC, which maintains a diversified investment approach with a bias towards high-growth industries.
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ESNT Q2 Deep Dive: Persistency, Investment Income, and Strategic Diversification Drive Results
ESNT Q2 Deep Dive: Persistency, Investment Income, and Strategic Diversification Drive Results Mortgage insurance provider Essent Group (NYSE:ESNT) beat Wall Street's revenue expectations in Q2 CY2026, with sales up 13.6% year on year to $362.7 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $2.08 per share was 18.4% above analysts' consensus estimates. Is now the time to buy ESNT? Find out in our full research report (it's free). Essent Group (ESNT) Q2 CY2026 Highlights: Revenue: $362.7 million vs analyst estimates of $330.8 million (13.6% year-on-year growth, 9.7% beat) Adjusted EPS: $2.08 vs analyst estima
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Essent Group (ESNT) Receives a Rating Update from a Top Analyst
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Is Essent Group (ESNT) Cheap As Buybacks And EPS Growth Support Its Latest Results?
Essent Group (ESNT) recently announced its Q2 2026 results, showing increased revenue but a slight dip in net income, while diluted EPS rose to US$2.08. The company affirmed a quarterly cash dividend of US$0.35 and completed a significant share buyback program totaling US$348 million, highlighting its focus on capital returns. Despite a softer net income, the stock has shown positive momentum with a 5-year total shareholder return of 58.45% and is considered undervalued with a fair value of $72.
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simplywall.stArchivedPositive tone
Is Essent Group (ESNT) Cheap As Buybacks And EPS Growth Support Its Latest Results?
Essent Group (ESNT) recently announced its Q2 2026 results, showing increased revenue but a slight dip in net income, while diluted EPS rose to US$2.08. The company affirmed a quarterly cash dividend of US$0.35 and completed a significant share buyback program totaling US$348 million, highlighting its focus on capital returns. Despite a softer net income, the stock has shown positive momentum with a 5-year total shareholder return of 58.45% and is considered undervalued with a fair value of $72.
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Essent Group (ESNT) Receives a Rating Update from a Top Analyst
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These Analysts Boost Their Forecasts On Essent Group After Upbeat Q2 Results
Essent Group Ltd. reported better-than-expected Q2 2026 results with earnings of $2.08 per share and sales of $362.686 million, surpassing analyst estimates. Following the strong performance, analysts from Barclays and RBC Capital maintained their ratings but raised their price targets for the company, reflecting confidence in its profitability and capital management. Essent Group's CEO highlighted the resilience of their operating model and consistent cash flow.
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ESNT Q2 Earnings & Revenues Top Estimates on Strong Reinsurance Growth
Essent Group (ESNT) reported strong second-quarter 2026 results, with operating net income per share and revenues surpassing Zacks Consensus Estimates. The positive performance was driven by higher total revenues, significant growth in net premiums earned from its reinsurance segment, and increased income from other invested assets, despite higher provisions for losses and operating expenses. The company also announced a quarterly dividend of 35 cents per share and repurchased 5.8 million common shares.
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Essent Group Q2 EPS of $2.08 beats estimates; Barclays, RBC raise targets
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