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    Earnings call· Jun 2026(Q2 FY26)

    TRUPANION Q2 FY26 earnings call TRUP

    Aug 5, 2026 Source

    Executive summary

    Trupanion Q2 FY26 — Strong Subscription Growth and Share Repurchase Authorization

    Trupanion delivered a strong Q2 FY26, marked by robust subscription growth and improved unit economics, driven by refined enrollment processes and expanded product options. The company announced a $100 million share repurchase program, reflecting confidence in its financial position and capital allocation strategy, while continuing to invest in pet acquisition and technology. Management also noted the planned conclusion of its relationship with PetsBest in Q3 2028.

    Highlights

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    • Subscription adjusted operating income grew 24% year over year to $41.4 million.

    • Net subscription pets added approximately 18,800, representing 39% growth over the prior year period.

    • The lifetime value of an enrolled pet increased 25% during the quarter.

    • Operating cash flow was $21 million, up from $15 million in the prior year period.

    • Free cash flow was $19.2 million, an increase from $12 million last year.

    Concerns

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    • Veterinary inflation remains at double-digit levels, higher than historical expectations.

    • Average pet acquisition cost increased to $299 per pet from $276 in the prior year period.

    • Net income for the quarter was $6.8 million ($0.16 per share), down from $9.4 million ($0.22 per share) in the prior year, which included a one-time gain.

    Guidance & targets

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    CategoryTargetConfidence
    Full-year 2026 Total Revenue
    $1.584 billion to $1.601 billion
    high materiality
    High
    Full-year 2026 Subscription Revenue
    $1.124 billion and $1.133 billion
    high materiality
    High
    Full-year 2026 Total Adjusted Operating Income
    $176 million and $184 million
    high materiality
    High
    Q3 2026 Total Revenue
    $399 million to $405 million
    medium materiality
    High
    Q3 2026 Subscription Revenue
    $284 million and $287 million
    medium materiality
    High
    Q3 2026 Total Adjusted Operating Income
    $44 million to $47 million
    medium materiality
    High
    New Digital Offering Launch
    First half of current strategic plan
    high materiality
    High
    Share Repurchase Program
    $100 million authorization
    high materiality
    High

    Segment performance

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    SegmentRevenueYoYQoQMargin
    Subscription Business
    Subscription revenue increased 14% year-over-year. Adjusted operating income grew 24% year-over-year, with margin improving to 15% from 13.8%. Cost of paying veterinary invoices improved to 70.2% from 71.1% in the prior year, including $1.2 million (40 bps) favorable prior period development. Combined fixed and variable expenses improved to 14.8% from 15.1%.
    Adjusted Operating Income: $41.4 millionAdjusted Operating Margin: 15%Cost of Paying Veterinary Invoices: 70.2% of subscription revenueVariable Expenses: 9% of subscription revenueFixed Expenses: 5.8% of subscription revenue
    		$276.7 million14%—$41.4 million
    Other Business Segment
    Other business segment revenue increased 4% year-over-year. Adjusted operating income for this segment was $1.9 million, representing 1.6% of revenue.
    Adjusted Operating Income: $1.9 millionAdjusted Operating Margin: 1.6% of revenue
    		$116.2 million4%—$1.9 million

    Operational metrics

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    Total Revenue Growth
    11%YoY
    Q2 FY26

    Total revenue for the quarter was $392.9 million.

    Total Adjusted Operating Income
    $43.3 millionUp 24% YoY
    Q2 FY26

    Ahead of expectations, with 96% contributed by the subscription business.

    Net Subscription Pets Added
    18,800Up 39% YoY
    Q2 FY26

    Driven by acceleration in gross pet ads, up 9% YoY, and stable retention.

    Gross Subscription Pets Acquired
    68,100
    Q2 FY26

    21.6 million of AOI was deployed to acquire these pets.

    Total Subscription Pets
    1,125,000Up 5% YoY
    As of June 30th

    Includes approximately 66,000 pets in Europe.

    Average Monthly Revenue Per Pet
    $87.44Up 9% YoY
    Q2 FY26

    Total monthly average revenue per pet.

    Lifetime Value of Enrolled Pet
    25%Increase
    Q2 FY26

    Meaning every dollar invested in pet acquisition today has the potential to create significantly more long-term value.

    Average Pet Acquisition Cost
    $299Up from $276 YoY
    Q2 FY26

    Excluding pets underwritten through an MGA structure.

    Development Costs
    $1.8 million
    Q2 FY26

    Investment in development costs during the quarter.

    Stock-Based Compensation Expense
    $9.9 million
    Q2 FY26

    Reported for the quarter.

    Diluted EPS
    $0.16vs $0.22 YoY
    Q2 FY26

    Net income for the quarter was $6.8 million. Prior year included a one-time gain of $7.8 million.

    Capital Expenditures
    $1.8 millionDown from $3 million YoY
    Q2 FY26

    Reduced capital spending.

    Cash and Short-Term Investments
    $398.5 million
    As of June 30th

    Balance sheet liquidity.

    Total Debt Balance Reduction
    $7.6 millionYoY
    Q2 FY26

    Total debt balance was $106.9 million.

    Capital Dividend from APIC
    $44 million
    Subsequent to Q2 FY26

    Received approval from the New York Department of Financial Services to dividend capital from its largest insurance entity to the operating company.

    Total Unlocked Capital from Insurance Entities
    $130 million
    Over past 3 years

    Reflects the strength of financial services and ability to invest in growth opportunities.

    Conversion Rate Assumption
    71%
    Q3 FY26 and FY26 Guidance

    Used in projections for revenue, predominantly between US and Canadian currencies.

    Veterinary Inflation
    double-digit levelhigher than historical
    Q2 FY26

    Still higher than historically expected, though it has come down and is expected to normalize over time.

    Industry KPIs

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    MetricValueDetails
    Combined ratio70.2%%
    Capital returns$100 millionUSD
    Retention persistency98.37%%
    Net premiums written earned$276.7 millionUSD
    Prior year reserve development$1.2 millionUSD

    Product announcements

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    ProductTypeDetails
    Expanded Deductible and Co-insurance Optionsexpansion
    New Digital Offeringlaunch
    Pet Food Initiativemilestone

    Deals & partnerships

    1
    PetsBestAgreement to conclude existing relationship

    Trupanion and PetsBest have agreed to conclude their relationship following the third quarter of 2028.

    Risks & headwinds

    2
    Veterinary inflationOngoing

    Still at double-digit level

    Mitigation: Assumptions are flowing through pricing; expanded deductible and co-insurance options provide affordability flexibility.

    Downturn in new visits to veterinariansRecent

    Industry-wide trend

    Mitigation: Differentiated model built on veterinary relationships, proprietary data, and insurance expertise; vast addressable market of uninsured pets.

    What to watch in Q3 FY26

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    Rollout of Expanded Deductible/Co-insurance

    Next quarter and remainder of FY26
    CurrentApproximately 50% complete
    TargetContinued progress towards full North America rollout

    Why it matters

    This product enhancement is improving accessibility and affordability, driving pet acquisition and lifetime value, and its full rollout is key to sustained growth.

    I think we're around 50% of the way through that journey right now. now. Early signs are that it's looking really good and we're continuing to not only deploy that but also other tactics that we believe will be accretive to conversion rate as well online.

    Q&A highlights

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    What are you seeing in terms of continued pet inflation and how is it impacting your pricing?

    Veterinary inflation remains at double-digit levels, though it has come down and is expected to normalize. These assumptions are flowing into pricing, leading to higher-than-average pricing. Veterinarians are pushing prices to maintain revenue strength as wellness visits are down.

    “We're seeing veterinary inflation is still higher than we historically would have expected going back three, four years ago. So, still sort of at the double digit level. It has come down and we expect that that will normalize over time. But those assumptions are flowing through our pricing, which is why we're still seeing higher than average pricing coming through the book.”

    asked by William Larkin · answered by Margaret Tooth

    2 min read5 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

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    Strategic Investments & Growth Drivers

    Trupanion continues to leverage its compounding adjusted operating income to invest in pet acquisition, product enhancements, and technology. Gross pet ads accelerated 9% year-over-year, contributing to approximately 18,800 net subscription pets added in the quarter, a 39% increase over the prior year. These investments are focused on improving the Trupanion experience from initial learning through enrollment and retention.

    02

    Product Innovation & Unit Economics

    The company has refined its enrollment journey, leading to improved web conversion and consistently strong phone conversion. The introduction of expanded deductible and co-insurance options, the first major product iteration in 20 years, is enhancing accessibility and affordability for pet parents. This discipline has resulted in a 25% increase in the lifetime value of an enrolled pet, reinforcing confidence in core acquisition channels.

    03

    Technology & AI for Operating Leverage

    Trupanion is investing in AI and automation to drive operating leverage, reduce friction, and improve operational efficiencies. These capabilities are expected to support long-term growth and enhance the member and partner experience. A new digital offering, aimed at extending access to medical insurance and reaching new customer segments, remains on track for launch in the first half of the current strategic plan.

    04

    Capital Allocation & Financial Strength

    The company reported its fifth consecutive quarter of positive net income and strong free cash flow, reaching $19.2 million in Q2 and $82.2 million over the last four quarters. Trupanion received approval to dividend $44 million of capital from its largest insurance entity, APIC, bringing the total unlocked capital from insurance entities to approximately $130 million over the past three years.

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    Share Repurchase Program & Future Initiatives

    A $100 million share repurchase program was authorized, signaling management's confidence in the long-term outlook and commitment to shareholder value. The company is also making progress on its pet food initiative, nearing completion of manufacturing development, though no meaningful revenue contribution is expected within the current strategic plan. The relationship with PetsBest is set to conclude after Q3 2028.

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