Quarterly ResultApr 29, 2026, 07:22 AM
VRSK Q1 Revenue $782.6M, +3.9%; EPS $1.73; $1.5B ASR
AI Summary
Verisk Analytics, Inc. reported Q1 2026 revenues of $782.6 million, a 3.9% increase year-over-year, with diluted EPS rising to $1.73. The company also initiated a significant $1.5 billion Accelerated Share Repurchase (ASR) program in February 2026. Financing activities included the issuance of $1.0 billion in new senior notes and a $500.0 million term loan facility, alongside the redemption of $1.5 billion in senior notes following a terminated acquisition agreement.
Key Highlights
- Q1 2026 Revenues increased 3.9% to $782.6 million from $753.0 million YoY.
- Diluted Net Income Per Share rose to $1.73 in Q1 2026 from $1.65 in Q1 2025.
- Operating income grew 6.7% to $352.2 million in Q1 2026.
- Initiated $1.5 billion Accelerated Share Repurchase (ASR) program in February 2026.
- Issued $1.0 billion in new senior notes (4.450% due 2031 and 5.125% due 2036).
- Redeemed $1.5 billion in senior notes due to a terminated acquisition agreement.
- Declared a cash dividend of $0.50 per share, totaling $65.5 million paid.
- Net cash provided by operating activities was $390.4 million, down from $444.7 million YoY.