Stewart Information Services

Stewart Information Services Corp. is a real estate services company, which engages in the provision of title insurance and settlement-related services. It operates through the Title Insurance and Related Services, and Ancillary Services and Corporate segments. The Title Insurance and Related Services segment consists of searching, examining, closing, and insuring the condition of the title to real property. The Ancillary Services and Corporate segment includes its parent holding company, centralized administrative services departments, and ancillary service operations. The company was founded in 1893 and is headquartered in Houston, TX.

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Stewart Information Services reports Q4 earnings, eyes market turnaround

Stewart Information Services navigated challenges in the purchase market but maintained a strong financial position and focused on operational improvements.
Despite revenue declines, the company saw improvements in order trends, hinting at a potential market turnaround.
Expense management and margin challenges remain focal points for executives, with opportunities for growth in the commercial market in 2023.
The company's performance in Q4 2022 reflects resilience amidst market headwinds and strategic focus on financial discipline and efficiency.

Stewart Information Services reports Q1 loss, focuses on margin improvement

Stewart Information Services navigated a challenging Q1 with a focus on improving performance and margins. Despite revenue declines, the company is strategically managing expenses and investing for long-term growth.

Stewart Information Services reports Q2 earnings, focuses on growth strategies

Stewart Information Services navigated market challenges in Q2 2023 with a focus on operational performance and customer-centric investments.
Despite revenue declines in the title segment, the company's strong financial position and strategic initiatives bode well for future growth.
Balancing expense management with investments in technology and talent remains crucial for Stewart's long-term success and profitability.
Stewart's commitment to enhancing customer experience and operational efficiency underscores its resilience and strategic vision for sustainable growth.

Stewart Information Services reports Q3 earnings amidst mortgage rate challenges

Stewart Information Services navigated short-term economic challenges from mortgage rate fluctuations while focusing on long-term goals. Market share gains in the commercial segment and a target of low double-digit margins by 2025 showcase the company's strategic direction.

Stewart Information Services navigates real estate challenges with strategic investments

Stewart Information Services faced challenges in the real estate market but maintained a solid financial position.
The company is focused on improving margins, growth, and resiliency through strategic investments.
Opportunities lie in margin improvements, expense management, and investments in technology for future performance.

Stewart Information Services reports solid Q1 earnings amidst market challenges

Stewart Information Services navigated Q1 2024 with solid financial performance, reporting net income of $3 million on total revenues of $554 million. The company's focus on strategic priorities, share gains, and operational efficiency positions it well for future growth.
Challenges include the impact of elevated mortgage rates on transaction volumes and the need to address concerns around sustainability of business run rate and margin trends. Opportunities in technology investments, talent retention, and potential M&A present avenues for future expansion and profitability.

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HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Stewart Information Services Corporation (NYSE:STC) today announced its Board of Directors has agreed with Frederick H. Eppinger, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), to amend and restate his employment agreement, extending the term for another three years through the end of 2028. “In five years as CEO, Fred has guided Stewart by developing our strategy, capabilities and team, much in a down market, resulting in more than doubling our market cap and increasing market share t.

Stewart Announces Contract Extension for CEO Fred Eppinger

HOUSTON , Dec. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Stewart Information Services Corporation (NYSE:STC) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.50 per share for the fourth quarter 2024, payable December 30, 2024, to common stockholders of record on December 16, 2024. About Stewart Stewart Information Services Corporation (NYSE:STC) is a global real estate services company, offering products and services through our direct operations, network of Stewart Trusted Providers™ and family of companies.

STEWART INFORMATION SERVICES CORPORATION DECLARES FOURTH QUARTER DIVIDEND

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Stewart Information Services Corporation (NYSE:STC) announced today that Lou Pontani is a recipient of the 2024 Tech Trendsetters award presented by HousingWire. The annual award, now in its sixth year, recognizes the most impactful and innovative technology leaders serving the housing economy. Pontani serves as Executive Vice President, Information Technology & Enterprise Operations where he oversees Stewart's strategic operational priorities and digital strategy,.

Stewart Executive Vice President Lou Pontani Honored with HousingWire's 2024 Tech Trendsetters Award

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Stewart Information Services Corporation (NYSE: STC) announced today that Fred Eppinger, Chief Executive Officer and David Hisey, Chief Financial Officer, will participate in a fireside chat at the Stephens Annual Investment Conference on Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 4 p.m. Eastern Time. Interested investors and other parties can access a live webcast of the presentation by visiting Stewart's Investor Relations website. An online replay will be available on the same w.

Stewart Information Services Corporation Announces Participation in the Stephens Annual Investment Conference

Stewart Information Services Corporation (NYSE:STC ) Q3 2024 Earnings Conference Call October 24, 2024 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Kathryn Bass - Director of Investor Relations Frederick Eppinger - Chief Executive Officer David Hisey - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Bose George - KBW John Campbell - Stephens Inc. Operator Hello and thank you for joining the Stewart Information Services Third Quarter 2024 Earnings Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen-only mode.

Stewart Information Services Corporation (STC) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

Total revenues of $667.9 million ($663.2 million on an adjusted basis) compared to $601.7 million ($603.7 million on an adjusted basis) in the prior year quarter Net income of $30.1 million ($33.1 million on an adjusted basis) compared to $14.0 million ($23.9 million on an adjusted basis) in the prior year quarter Diluted earnings per share of $1.07 ($1.17 on an adjusted basis) compared to prior year diluted EPS of $0.51 ($0.86 on an adjusted basis) HOUSTON , Oct. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Stewart Information Services Corporation (NYSE: STC) today reported net income attributable to Stewart of $30.1 million ($1.07 per diluted share) for the third quarter 2024, compared to $14.0 million ($0.51 per diluted share) for the third quarter 2023. On an adjusted basis, third quarter 2024 net income was $33.1 million ($1.17 per diluted share) compared to $23.9 million ($0.86 per diluted share) in the third quarter 2023.

Stewart Reports Third Quarter 2024 Results

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Cloudvirga Survey Reveals Homebuyers' Growing Satisfaction and Expectations for Technology in the Mortgage Process, as well as Concerns over AI Use

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Stewart Information Services Corporation (NYSE: STC) announced today it will hold a conference call to discuss third quarter 2024 earnings at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time on Thursday, October 24, 2024. The call will follow the company's release of earnings after the close of trading on Wednesday, October 23. Individuals wishing to participate can dial (800) 343-5172 (USA) and (203) 518-9856 (International) – access code STCQ324. The conference call replay will be available f.

Stewart Information Services Corporation Announces Third Quarter 2024 Earnings Conference Call

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Stewart Title announced today that Heather Bland has joined the company as the new Senior Vice President, Chief Underwriting Counsel for Direct Operations. In this role, Bland will work in conjunction with the Legal Department and Direct Operations leadership developing underwriting strategy and growing the company's commercial capabilities in Direct Operations.

Stewart Title Hires New Senior Vice President, Chief Underwriting Counsel for Direct Operations

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Stewart Information Services Corporation (NYSE:STC) today announced the planned retirement of Steve Lessack, Group President, effective at the end of the year. Lessack joined Stewart in 1995, serving as Group President since 2019. “When I joined Stewart in 2019, I asked Steve to stay on to lead our Direct Operations, National Commercial Services and International Operations,” said Fred Eppinger, Stewart CEO. “Over the past five years I have leaned on Steve's experience.

Stewart Announces Retirement of Group President Steven Lessack

HOUSTON , Sept. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Stewart Information Services Corporation (NYSE:STC) today announced a dividend increase that reflects the company's continuing commitment to return capital to its shareholders.

STEWART INFORMATION SERVICES CORPORATION ANNOUNCES DIVIDEND INCREASE AND DECLARES THIRD QUARTER DIVIDEND

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Cloudvirga Creates Dynamic Advisory Panel to Conduct Research and Explore Industry Issues, Solutions and Trends

Stewart Information Services Corporation (NYSE:STC ) Q2 2024 Earnings Conference Call July 25, 2024 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Kathryn Bass - Director of Investor Relations Frederick Eppinger - Chief Executive Officer David Hisey - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Soham Bhonsle - BTIG Bose George - KBW John Campbell - Stephens Inc. Operator Hello and thank you all for joining the Stewart Information Services Second Quarter 2024 Earnings Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen-only mode, but later you will have an opportunity to ask questions during the question-and-answer session.

Stewart Information Services Corporation (STC) Q2 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

Total revenues of $602.2 million ($602.7 million on an adjusted basis) compared to $549.2 million ($550.3 million on an adjusted basis) in the prior year quarter Net income of $17.3 million ($25.4 million on an adjusted basis) compared to $15.8 million ($25.8 million on an adjusted basis) in the prior year quarter Diluted earnings per share of $0.62 ($0.91 on an adjusted basis) compared to prior year diluted EPS of $0.58 ($0.94 on an adjusted basis) HOUSTON , July 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Stewart Information Services Corporation (NYSE: STC) today reported net income attributable to Stewart of $17.3 million ($0.62 per diluted share) for the second quarter 2024, compared to $15.8 million ($0.58 per diluted share) for the second quarter 2023. On an adjusted basis, second quarter 2024 net income was $25.4 million ($0.91 per diluted share) compared to $25.8 million ($0.94 per diluted share) in the second quarter 2023.

Stewart Reports Second Quarter 2024 Results

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HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Stewart Information Services Corporation (NYSE: STC) announced today it will hold a conference call to discuss second quarter 2024 earnings at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time on Thursday, July 25, 2024. The call will follow the company's release of earnings after the close of trading on Wednesday, July 24. Individuals wishing to participate can dial 800-274-8461 (USA) and 203-518-9814 (International) – access code STCQ224. The conference call replay will be available from 11 a.

Stewart Information Services Corporation Announces Second Quarter 2024 Earnings Conference Call

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Stewart Information Services Corporation (NYSE:STC) announced today that Erin Sheckler is a recipient of the 2024 Woman of Influence Award presented by HousingWire. The annual award, now in its 15th year, honors 100 women shaping and propelling the mortgage, real estate and fintech industries forward. Sheckler serves as Head of Stewart's National Commercial Services division where she oversees the strategy, operations and growth of the company's national commercial foo.

Stewart Head of National Commercial Services Erin Sheckler Honored with HousingWire's 2024 Women of Influence Award

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Stewart Information Services Corporation (NYSE:STC) announced today that four company executives have been named winners of Inman's 2024 Best of Finance Awards. The awards celebrate those at the forefront of the mortgage and financial services spaces. For the second year in a row, Inman is recognizing Fred Eppinger, Stewart CEO; Brian Webster, President of NotaryCam; Maria Moskver, President of Cloudvirga; and Sean Buckner, President of Informative Research. “On behalf.

Four Stewart Executives Named Winners of Inman's 2024 Best of Finance Awards for Second Straight Year

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Stewart Title National Commercial Services Launches New Dedicated Hospitality Group

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HOUSTON , June 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Stewart Information Services Corporation (NYSE:STC) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.475 per share for the second quarter 2024, payable June 28, 2024, to common stockholders of record on June 17, 2024. About Stewart Stewart Information Services Corporation (NYSE:STC) is a global real estate services company, offering products and services through our direct operations, network of Stewart Trusted Providers™ and family of companies.

STEWART INFORMATION SERVICES CORPORATION ANNOUNCES CASH DIVIDEND

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Stewart Information Services Corporation (NYSE: STC) today announced the promotion of Iain Bryant to Group President – Agency Services. Of the promotion, Fred Eppinger, CEO, said, “I am excited to have Iain as a member of our Executive Leadership Team. Over the last several years, he has been a critical part of the Agency Leadership team and has had an integral role in establishing and executing our Agency strategic plans. Iain is a proven leader with a strong customer.

Stewart Announces Promotion of Iain Bryant to Group President – Agency Services

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