Universal Insurance Holdings Inc.

Universal Insurance Holdings, Inc. (ticker: UVE) is a US property and casualty insurance holding company that primarily writes personal lines such as homeowners and dwelling fire coverage, largely concentrated in Florida and other southeastern states. The business distributes products through independent agents and manages underwriting, claims handling and reinsurance arrangements. At a market capitalisation around $801 million, UVE is a small-cap insurer whose results can be sensitive to underwriting cycles, catastrophe losses (notably hurricanes), investment returns and regional regulatory changes. Key metrics for investors include combined ratios, reserve development, capital adequacy, and reinsurance costs. While disciplined underwriting and reinsurance can help mitigate volatility, earnings and share price may fluctuate materially after large weather events. This summary is educational and not personal financial advice; values can rise or fall and past performance is not a reliable guide. Consult a regulated financial adviser to assess suitability for your circumstances.