Assurant Profit Jumps, Shares Surge on Q2 Results

Assurant, Inc. reported strong second-quarter 2025 results, with adjusted earnings per share beating Wall Street expectations by over 14% and net operating income rising 36% year over year. Revenue increased 8% to $3.16 billion, driven by growth in Global Lifestyle and Global Housing, with the housing unit’s net earned premiums up 10%. Net investment income also climbed due to higher yields and a market rebound. Despite higher expenses and some weakness in the Corporate & Other segment, Assurant’s stock price jumped 9% after the earnings announcement. The company projects full-year adjusted earnings growth nearing 10%, though analysts note that longer-term revenue growth has been more modest. Results underscore the essential and resilient nature of specialty insurance amid rising premiums and shifting market conditions.