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Hallmark Financial Services (HALL) reported a significant net loss of $69.4 million, or $3.82 per share, for Q2 2022, compared to a loss of $0.8 million or $0.05 per share in Q2 2021. Year-to-date, the company recorded a net loss of $72.6 million against a profit of $8.1 million in 2021. This loss includes a $42.7 million after-tax impact from exited contract binding business and a $23.9 million valuation allowance against deferred tax assets. The net combined ratio worsened to 169.2% from 106.4% in the previous year, highlighting increased operational challenges.
Hallmark Financial Services (NASDAQ: HALL) reported a net loss of $3.2 million, or $0.18 per share, for Q1 2022, a decline from a net income of $9.0 million, or $0.49 per share, in Q1 2021. The company's gross premiums written fell by 7% to $151 million, while net premiums written and net premiums earned decreased by 14% and 19%, respectively. The net combined ratio worsened to 106.0% compared to 95.4% in the previous year. Despite the losses, Hallmark achieved an average rate increase of 8.2% in its Specialty Commercial Segment.
Hallmark Financial Services (NASDAQ: HALL) reported a pre-tax loss of ($3.1) million for Q4 2021, an improvement from a loss of ($13.3) million in Q4 2020. For the full year, pre-tax income was $11.5 million, up from a loss of ($115.8) million in 2020. Q4 2021 net loss narrowed to ($2.5) million, or ($0.14) per diluted share, vs. ($7.8) million, or ($0.43) per share YoY. Annual net income was $9.0 million, or $0.50 per share, contrasting with a loss of ($94.4) million in 2020. Gross premiums written fell 12%, and book value per share increased 4.5% to $9.66.
Hallmark Financial Services announced it will not pursue the separation of its Specialty Commercial business segment, thereby canceling its planned IPO. The company reported strong underlying operating results, including a pre-tax income of $14.6 million and a 6% growth in book value per share for the nine months ending September 30, 2021. Hallmark's Financial Strength Rating was reaffirmed at A- by A.M. Best. CEO Mark Schwarz highlighted the company's position to benefit from favorable insurance market conditions, emphasizing underwriting discipline for long-term profitability.
Hallmark Financial Services (NASDAQ: HALL) reported a significant turnaround in Q3 2021, achieving a pre-tax income of $4.4 million, compared to a loss of $37.8 million in Q3 2020. For the nine months ending September 30, 2021, pre-tax income reached $14.6 million, reversing a loss of $102.5 million the previous year. Net income for Q3 was $3.4 million ($0.19 per diluted share), versus a net loss of $28.4 million ($1.56 per diluted share) in 2020. Despite this progress, gross premiums written declined by 14% year-over-year, and net premiums written fell 21% in the same timeframe.
Hallmark Financial Services reported a net loss of $0.5 million for Q2 2021, translating to a loss of $0.03 per share, a stark contrast to a net income of $6.7 million ($0.37 per share) in Q2 2020. Year-to-date, the company realized a net income of $8.9 million, compared to a loss of $57.6 million in the same period last year. Despite substantial rate increases of 12% in the Specialty Commercial Segment, gross premiums written fell by 14%. The net combined ratio increased to 105.7% for Q2 2021, up from 98.4% in Q2 2020, indicating higher underwriting losses.
Shuman, Glenn & Stecker is investigating potential claims against officers of Hallmark Financial Services (HALL) following allegations in a securities class action. The lawsuit claims that Hallmark misrepresented its loss reserves and claims management processes. On March 2, 2020, Hallmark announced a $63.8 million increase in loss reserves, leading to a significant drop in stock price. Further issues arose with the termination of its independent auditor, BDO, causing additional declines in stock value. Hallmark's shares fell over 78% during this period.
Hallmark Financial Services (HALL) reported a net income of $9.3 million for Q1 2021, a significant recovery from a net loss of $64.3 million in Q1 2020. The net income per share rose to $0.52, compared to a loss of $3.55 per share last year. The net combined ratio improved to 96.1% from 97.6% year-over-year. However, gross premiums written fell by 19%, totaling $163 million, and net premiums written decreased by 26%. Investment gains surged to $5.8 million, contrasting with losses of $29.3 million in the previous year.
AM Best has placed the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating (ICR) of Hallmark Financial Services (HALL) under review with developing implications. This follows Hallmark's announcement to pursue an initial public offering (IPO) for its specialty commercial business, Hallmark Specialty Group. The IPO aims to offer a non-controlling stake, expected to represent about 50% of the business. The review reflects uncertainty regarding capital generation and execution risks from the IPO, which is expected to complete in Q3 2021. Ratings will remain under review until the capital position is assessed post-IPO.
Hallmark Financial Services plans to pursue an initial public offering (IPO) of a non-controlling stake in its Specialty Commercial business segment, to be named Hallmark Specialty Group. The IPO aims to offer approximately 50% of the shares, with Hallmark retaining majority voting power. This strategic move is intended to allow both Hallmark Financial and Hallmark Specialty Group to focus on their growth opportunities. The IPO process is expected to be completed in Q3 2021, contingent on market conditions.
