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W.R. Berkley

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W.R. Berkley Corporation is a leading insurance holding company that operates as one of the largest commercial lines writers in the United States with a significant global presence.

Market cap
$26.63B-1.8%
Revenue$14.9B+6.6%
Net income$1.9B+8.4%
EPS (diluted)$4.72+9.5%
Trailing twelve months · change vs. prior year

Earnings

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Jul 20, 2026 (In 1 week)
Revenue estimate$3.3B
EPS estimate$1.09

Financials

Q1 2026

Income statement

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Revenue$3.7B+4.0%
Net income$515.2M+23.4%
EPS (diluted)$1.31+26.0%

Balance sheet

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Cash & equivalents$2.3B+32.6%
Total debt$255.7M+14.7%
Total equity$9.7B+9.3%
Total assets$44.3B+7.2%

Cash flow

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Operating cash flow$667.9M-10.2%

Valuation & ratios

Valuation

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Market cap$26.63B-1.8%
Enterprise value$24.61B-2.0%
P/E14.2×-1.1×
P/S1.8×-0.1×

Profitability

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Net margin12.6%+0.2pp

Returns & leverage

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Return on equity20.1%-0.6pp
Debt / equity0.0×

Segments

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Insurance$3.1B
Reinsurance & Monoline Excess$417.5M-4.3%

By geography

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Non-US$489.0M+5.6%

Competitors

Profile

W.R. Berkley Corporation is a leading insurance holding company that operates as one of the largest commercial lines writers in the United States with a significant global presence. The company utilizes a decentralized business model across dozens of specialized units to provide niche property and casualty insurance and reinsurance solutions. Its core value proposition centers on local expertise and specialized knowledge in underwriting complex risks while maintaining centralized capital and risk management.

Competitive position

A leading global commercial lines writer utilizing a highly decentralized 'niche' strategy to maintain underwriting profitability across specialized markets.

GeographiesUnited States, United Kingdom, Asia Pacific, Continental Europe, South America, Australia, Canada, Mexico, Scandinavia
Customer segmentsCommercial Enterprises, Public Sector, High Net Worth Individuals, Financial Institutions
Business modelUnderwriting, B2B Services, Risk Management
SuppliersCapital markets, Actuarial data providers, Third-party reinsurers, Technology and data analytics providers
CustomersIndependent retail agents, Wholesale brokers, Managing General Agents (MGAs), Direct franchise markets, Primary insurance carriers
Listed1973
Employees8.2K
CEOWilliam Robert Berkley Jr.
FilingsSEC EDGAR

Questions, answered.

What is W.R. Berkley's market cap?
W.R. Berkley (WRB) has a market capitalization of $26.6B and trades on NYSE.
What is W.R. Berkley's revenue and profitability?
W.R. Berkley generated $14.9B in trailing twelve-month revenue with net income of $1.9B, representing a net margin of 12.6%. These figures are based on the Q1 2026 filing.
Who are W.R. Berkley's competitors?
W.R. Berkley's key competitors include Berkshire Hathaway, Chubb Limited, The Travelers Companies, and others. These companies compete in similar markets and product categories.
Who does W.R. Berkley partner with?
W.R. Berkley's notable partners include A.M. Best Company, Inc., Standard & Poor's, Moody's, and others.
What subsidiaries does W.R. Berkley have?
W.R. Berkley's subsidiaries include Admiral Insurance Company, Acadia Insurance, Berkley Accident and Health, and others.
Where is W.R. Berkley headquartered?
W.R. Berkley is headquartered in United States of America and employs approximately 8,186 people. It has been publicly traded since 1973.