GREENLIGHT CAPITAL RE, LTD. current report, 05 November 2018

SEC Filing Summary: Greenlight Capital Re, Ltd. (8-K)

Business Context and Reporting Period

This Form 8-K, dated November 5, 2018, serves as a current report for Greenlight Capital Re, Ltd., a Cayman Islands-based reinsurance company. The filing announces the release of financial results for the third quarter and the nine months ended September 30, 2018.

Key Financial Metrics

The filing text does not provide specific numerical values for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. These metrics are contained within the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1), which is incorporated by reference but not detailed in the body of this 8-K.

Material Changes

No specific material changes versus prior periods are quantified in this document. The filing solely references the issuance of the Q3 2018 earnings press release.

Guidance, Outlook, and Risks

The filing does not contain management commentary, forward-looking guidance, specific risk factors, or details on contingencies. It notes that the information in Item 2.02 and Exhibit 99.1 is deemed "furnished" rather than "filed" under Section 18 of the Exchange Act, limiting its incorporation by reference into other registration statements.

Investor Verification Checklist

  • Review Exhibit 99.1 (Earnings Press Release) for actual Q3 and YTD 2018 financial figures.
  • Verify the specific components of net income, underwriting results, and investment income in the attached press release.
  • Confirm the company's liquidity position and debt obligations as detailed in the full earnings release.
  • Check for any subsequent updates or clarifications regarding the "furnished" status of the financial data.