Essent Group Ltd (NYSE:ESNT) on Friday posted better-than-expected results for the second quarter.

The company reported quarterly earnings of $2.08 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.74 per share.

The company reported quarterly sales of $362.686 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $326.491 million.

"We are pleased with our second quarter 2026 financial results, which reflect strong profitability, continued growth in book value per share and the resilience of our operating model," said Mark A.

Casale, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.