Form 4 Filing for Essent Group Ltd.

This filing details a Form 4 transaction for Essent Group Ltd. (ESNT) by reporting owner Douglas J. Pauls, a director. On September 10, 2026, 13 dividend equivalent units were acquired. These units are economically equivalent to common shares of Essent Group Ltd. The acquisition of these units corresponds to the vesting of restricted stock awards. The dividend equivalent rights accrue on unvested restricted stock awards and units, vesting proportionally with the underlying awards. Following this transaction, Mr. Pauls holds 28 shares. The transaction code is "A" for acquisition, and the ownership nature is direct (D). The transaction occurred on September 10, 2026, with the signature date on September 14, 2026.