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Zacks Equity Research

Marsh & McLennan is Trading at a Discount: Should You Buy Now or Wait?

MMC's global scale, steady renewals, and acquisitions fuel growth, but rising costs and debt strain margins.

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Zacks Equity Research

Kinsale Capital Trades Below 50-Day SMA: How to Play the Stock?

KNSL expands in the E&S market with disciplined underwriting, digital efficiency and steady shareholder returns.

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Kaibalya Pravo Dey

UnitedHealth vs. Molina: Who's Poised for the Healthiest Comeback?

Health insurers are facing turbulence, but which stock is set to rebound stronger: the diversified giant UNH or Medicaid-focused MOH?

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Kaibalya Pravo Dey

Centene Sits at 13.25X P/E: Time to Load Up or Look Away for Now?

CNC's low 13.25X P/E may look attractive, but falling margins, heavy debt and shrinking memberships paint a tougher picture.

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Zacks Equity Research

Prudential Financial Trades at a Discount: Time to Load Up or Hold Off?

PRU relies on global growth, strong insurance sales and PGIM integration to offset margin pressures from debt and low rates.

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Zacks Equity Research

Here's Why Investors Should Hold CNO Financial Stock for Now

CNO's growth is fueled by rising premiums, tech investments and acquisitions, though high leverage and costs pose challenges.

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Zacks Equity Research

The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights Heritage Insurance, ProAssurance and HCI

Heritage Insurance, ProAssurance, and HCI Group have each surged over 25% YTD, powered by strong underwriting, pricing gains, and growth in niche P&C markets.

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Zacks Equity Research

Implied Volatility Surging for Arch Capital Stock Options

Investors need to pay close attention to ACGL stock based on the movements in the options market lately.

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Zacks Equity Research

MCY Rallies 22.6% YTD, Trades at Premium: Should You Buy the Stock?

Mercury General's steady premium growth, strong investment income and solid liquidity are fueling expansion despite industry pressures.

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Zacks Equity Research

TRV Rallies 14.7% YTD, Trades at Premium: Should You Buy the Stock?

Travelers builds momentum with strong premiums and tech investments, while navigating inflation and catastrophe risks.

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Tanuka De

Berkshire's Portfolio to Focus on Stability and Diversification?

Berkshire trims Apple and Bank of America stakes, and exits BYD while boosting Japanese stakes for greater diversification.

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Tanuka De

Is a Lower Combined Ratio Key to ROOT's Profitability?

Root's improved combined ratio highlights underwriting strength, AI-driven pricing gains and long-term profitability potential.

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Sushmita Sarker

3 P&C Insurance Stocks That Have Rallied More Than 25% YTD

Despite higher catastrophe losses, HRTG, PRA, and HCI not only outperform the industry but also crush the Zacks S&P 500 composite and Finance sector.

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Tanuka De

Berkshire Boosts Mitsui Stake, Increases Investment in Japan

Berkshire lifts its Mitsui stake to more than 10%, deepening its Japan bet with rising dividends, low-cost debt and governance gains.

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Zacks Equity Research

The Hartford Expands Cyber Insurance to Safeguard Small Businesses

HIG expands cyber coverage via ICON, boosting access for small businesses while posting strong Q2 growth.

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Zacks Equity Research

Here's Why Lincoln National Can Be a Smart Addition to Your Portfolio

LNC's strong annuity and group protection growth, product enhancements and solid finances fuel its outperformance.

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Sushmita Sarker

3 P&C Insurance Stocks That Have Outperformed the S&P 500 in a Year

Given the prospects of the Property and Casualty Insurance industry, PLMR, WRB and AXS have the potential to generate better returns than other players.

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Tanuka De

Is Heritage Insurance's Profitability Anchored to Its Combined Ratio?

HRTG's profitability hinges on keeping its combined ratio below 100% and recent gains show it's on track.

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Zacks Equity Research

RLI Trading at a Premium to Industry: How to Play the Stock

RLI stock is poised to gain from portfolio, business expansion, expanded distribution and operational strength, driving growth.

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Zacks Equity Research

BHF Outperforms Industry, Trades at a Discount: How to Play the Stock

Brighthouse Financial stock gains on the back of higher annuity and life insurance sales, a high-quality portfolio, financial flexibility and prudent capital deployment.

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Zacks Equity Research

Zacks Industry Outlook Highlights Aviva, Primerica, Lincoln National, Voya Financial and Jackson Financial

Aviva, Primerica, Lincoln National, Voya Financial and Jackson Financial shine as life insurers adapt with tech and redesigned products.

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Zacks Equity Research

Zacks.com featured highlights include Universal Health Services, Methanex, Arista Networks, Voya Financial and Maximus

Universal Health Services, Methanex, Arista Networks, Voya Financial and Maximus stand out for robust sales growth in a volatile market.

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Zacks Equity Research

Company News for Sep 22, 2025

Companies In The News Are: FDX, LEN, NEM, BHF.

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Bryan Hayes

Weekly Option Windfall: Financial ETF Offers 29% Return Potential in 1 Month

The call option spread strategy is an excellent way to take advantage of the bullish move in this ETF.

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Tanuka De

5 Stocks to Buy From the Prospering Life Insurance Industry

Redesigning and repricing of products and services amid a low rate environment are likely to help Zacks Life Insurance industry players like AVVIY, PRI, LNC, VOYA and JXN. These companies are investing heavily in digitization.

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