ESNT 8-K: Dividend change

Essent Group

Filed with the SEC on · accession 0001448893-26-000029

ESNT filed a 8-K (current report) with the SEC on Nov 6, 2026. Essent Group reported Q3 2026 net income of $163.4 million ($1.82 per diluted share) and declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.35 per common share.

Summary of the filing

Essent Group reported Q3 2026 net income of $163.4 million ($1.82 per diluted share) and declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.35 per common share. The company also announced a new $500 million share repurchase authorization through year-end 2028.

Key details

Q3 2026 net income$163.4M
Q3 2026 diluted EPS$2
Quarterly cash dividend per common share$0
New share repurchase authorization$500.0M
Year-to-date share repurchases through October 31, 2026$474.0M
IssuerEssent Group Ltd.
Chairman and chief executive officerMark A. Casale

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Frequently asked questions

What did ESNT file with the SEC on Nov 6, 2026?

ESNT filed a 8-K (Dividend change). Essent Group reported Q3 2026 net income of $163.4 million ($1.82 per diluted share) and declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.35 per common share. The company also announced a new $500 million share repurchase authorization through year-end 2028.

What does a dividend change mean for ESNT stock?

Usually: fewer shares means each remaining share owns more of the company. It matters whether the company actually buys and at what price.

How do I read a 8-K?

A report of a major event, filed within four business days: results, deals, leadership changes, bankruptcy and more. The "Item" number tells you the topic (e.g. 2.02 results, 5.02 executive change, 1.01 new agreement, 1.03 bankruptcy). Exhibits (99.1 press release) usually hold the details.

Why are SEC filings important?

Public companies must tell the SEC about anything that can change their value — results, leadership changes, big deals, new shares, bankruptcy. Filings are the official source, often before the news. A 8-K (current report): A report of a major event, filed within four business days: results, deals, leadership changes, bankruptcy and more.

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