Radian shareholders approve board proposals, appoint auditors

Published 21/05/2025, 21:42
Radian shareholders approve board proposals, appoint auditors

WAYNE, Pa. - Radian Group Inc. (NYSE: RDN), a prominent player in the mortgage and real estate industries with a "GOOD" Financial Health score according to InvestingPro, announced the approval of all proposed measures at its 2025 Annual Meeting held earlier this week. Shareholders voted in favor of reelecting the company’s eleven director nominees and ratified executive compensation and the appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as independent auditors for the current year. The company has maintained dividend payments for 33 consecutive years, with management actively pursuing share buybacks to enhance shareholder value.

The meeting also marked the retirement of Lisa Hess from the board, concluding her term that began in 2011. Hess has been recognized for her significant contributions to Radian’s strategic direction and growth in the industry. Howard B. Culang, Non-Executive Chairman of the Board, extended gratitude to Hess for her service and wished her well in future endeavors. Trading at a P/E ratio of 8.35, InvestingPro analysis suggests the stock is currently fairly valued.

CEO Rick Thornberry highlighted Radian’s commitment to facilitating affordable, responsible, and sustainable homeownership, particularly for underserved communities. He expressed confidence in the company’s ability to leverage its strengths for continued growth, strong capital returns, and industry leadership.

This news is based on a press release statement from Radian Group Inc.

In other recent news, Radian Group Inc. reported its first-quarter 2025 earnings, surpassing expectations with an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.99, compared to the forecasted $0.96. However, the company’s revenue slightly missed expectations, coming in at $318 million against the projected $319.24 million. Despite this, Radian demonstrated strong financial health, with net income reaching $145 million and a return on equity of 12.6%. The company also expanded its share repurchase program, with the Board of Directors approving an additional $750 million authorization, bringing the total repurchase capacity to approximately $863 million. This strategic move reflects Radian’s commitment to enhancing shareholder value. Moreover, the company declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.255 per share. Analysts have noted Radian’s robust operational performance and strategic focus on maintaining financial health, with firms like Barclays and Bank of America discussing the company’s strong cure rates and buyback strategy. These developments underscore Radian’s continued focus on capital management and operational efficiency.

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