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W.R. Berkley: The Powerful “Risk-Adjusted Returns First” Strategy Wall Street Often Undervalues!

W.R. Berkley Corporation reported its third-quarter 2025 results, showcasing strong financial performance with a notable return on beginning-of-year equity at 24.3%, up nearly 40% year-over-year, and net income hitting $511 million or $1.28 per share. The company’s operating income rose 12% from the previous year, amounting to $440 million or $1.10 per share. This was driven by a combination of underwriting and investment income, along with net investment gains. The pretax quarterly underwriting income saw an increase of 8.2% to $287 million, and the combined ratio was maintained at a healthy 90.9%, with the current accident year combined ratio excluding catastrophe losses at 88.4%. On the investment front, W.R. Berkley achieved significant growth in its investment income, with a pretax quarterly net investment income rising to $351 million.