Ryan Specialty launches $160M restructuring, slows to 11.8% organic growth amid property headwinds

Filed May 1, 2026 · Period ending March 31, 2026 · Compared to 10-Q May 2, 2025 · ~1 min read

Key Changes

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  Initiated three-year Empower Program restructuring with $160M in cumulative charges through 2028, targeting $80M annual savings by 2029. Q1 2026 incurred $5.9M in restructuring costs while maintaining 29.2% EBITDAC margin.

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  Organic revenue growth decelerated from 12.9% to 11.8% year-over-year, driven by property rate softening and retailers placing coverage directly. Management expects these headwinds may persist throughout 2026.

  MD&A: Organic Growth & Property Market verify on EDGAR →
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  Board authorized new $300M share repurchase program in February 2026, signaling confidence in capital allocation alongside 8.3% dividend increase to $0.13 per share.

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