Essent Group LTD (ESNT)

Financials ยท Surety Insurance

Essent Group LTD (ESNT) is listed on the New York Stock Exchange, where its shares have traded since October 31, 2013. SentiSense covers Essent Group LTD in the Financials sector, and its Standard Industrial Classification is Surety Insurance. Mark A. Casale is its chief executive officer. The company reports 518 employees, and its corporate website is ir.essentgroup.com.

About Essent Group LTD

Essent Group Ltd serves the housing finance industry by providing private mortgage insurance, reinsurance, risk management products, title insurance, and settlement services to mortgage lenders, borrowers, and investors to support homeownership. It provides credit protection to lenders and mortgage investors by covering a portion of the unpaid principal balance of a mortgage and certain related expenses in the event of a default. By providing capital to mitigate mortgage credit risk, the company allows lenders to make additional mortgage financing available to prospective homeowners.

Institutional ownership

In 13F filings for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, 349 institutions reported holding ESNT, with 86.9 million shares worth $5.6 billion in aggregate. The largest reported holders were BlackRock, Vanguard and Dimensional Fund Advisors. Of the 5 largest reported holders, 4 added shares and 1 reduced its position during the quarter.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Essent Group LTD do?

Essent Group Ltd serves the housing finance industry by providing private mortgage insurance, reinsurance, risk management products, title insurance, and settlement services to mortgage lenders, borrowers, and investors to support homeownership.

What sector is ESNT in?

SentiSense classifies Essent Group LTD in the Financials sector, and its Standard Industrial Classification is Surety Insurance.

Where does ESNT stock trade?

Essent Group LTD (ESNT) is listed on the New York Stock Exchange, where its shares have traded since October 31, 2013.

Who is the CEO of Essent Group LTD?

Mark A. Casale is the chief executive officer of Essent Group LTD.