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Tanuka De

Chubb Limited (CB) Pre-Q2 Earnings Analysis: Should You Sell?

Chubb's (CB) second-quarter results are likely to reflect higher catastrophe loss, partly offset by higher premiums driven by rate and exposure increases, and solid new business.

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Zacks Equity Research

Travelers (TRV) Q2 Earnings Beat, Revenues Miss Estimates

Travelers' (TRV) second-quarter results reflect solid underlying results, net favorable prior-year reserve development and higher net investment, partially offset by higher catastrophe losses.

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Zacks Equity Research

Here's Why Wait & See Style Is Apt for First American (FAF)

First American (FAF) remains well-poised to capitalize on the increased demand for first-time home purchases among millennials.

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Shaun Pruitt

Top Stocks to Buy for Growth as Earnings Approach

Investors will want to pay attention to several top-rated Zacks stocks that are set to report their quarterly results on Monday, July 22.

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Zacks Equity Research

Marsh & McLennan (MMC) Q2 Earnings Beat on Solid Marsh Unit

Marsh & McLennan's (MMC) second-quarter results benefit on strong international operations and sound contribution from Health and Wealth businesses.

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Zacks Equity Research

Stock Market News for Jul 18, 2024

Wall Street ended mostly lower on Wednesday as the rotation out of high-flying megacap tech stocks weighed on the S&P 500 and Nasdaq.

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Zacks Equity Research

Here's Why Investors Should Retain Everest Group (EG) Stock

Everest Group (EG) stands to gain from strong renewal retention, continued favorable rate increases, an improved interest rate environment and financial flexibility.

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Zacks Equity Research

AXIS Capital (AXS) Rises 30% YTD: What's Driving the Stock?

AXIS Capital (AXS) continues to build on specialty insurance, reinsurance as well as the accident and health portfolio. An improved portfolio mix and effective capital deployment should drive growth.

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Zacks Equity Research

Stock Market News for Jul 17, 2024

U.S. stocks closed sharply higher on Tuesday, with the Dow hitting an all-time closing high and recording its best day in more than a year after stronger-than-expected retail sales data indicated that the Federal Reserve is gearing up for rate cuts while avoiding recession.

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Zacks Equity Research

W.R. Berkley (WRB) to Report Q2 Earnings: What's in Store?

W.R. Berkley's (WRB) second-quarter results are likely to reflect higher premiums coupled with increased investment income, partially offset by higher expenses.

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Zacks Equity Research

Prudential Financial (PRU) Up 35.1% in a Year: More Room to Run?

Prudential Financial (PRU) rallies on the back of improved spread income, strategic acquisitions, favorable variable investment income, strong underwriting results and a solid financial position.

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Tanuka De

Chubb (CB) Stock Lags Industry YTD: Time to Hold or Fold?

Though Chubb's (CB) near-term prospects are weighed down by the recent Baltimore bridge mishap and an overactive hurricane season, the core strength of the insurer offers a ray of hope to investors.

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Zacks Equity Research

Progressive's (PGR) Q2 Earnings Beat, Premiums Rise Y/Y

Progressive's (PGR) second-quarter 2024 results reflect a year-over-year improvement in premiums.

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Sheraz Mian

Top Analyst Reports for Berkshire Hathaway, McDonald's & American Express

Today's Research Daily features new research reports on 16 major stocks, including Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK.B), McDonald's Corporation (MCD) and American Express Company (AXP), as well as a micro-cap stock Steel Partners Holdings L.P. (SPLP).

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Mark Vickery

Econ Reports, Q2 Earnings Take July Rate Cut Off the Table

Any investors still hoping for a July rate cut based on economic prints, we can uncross our fingers now.

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Sushmita Sarker

5 Insurance Brokerage Picks to Gain From Increased Demand

The increased demand for insurance products, given an aging population, baby boomers and millennials, and accelerated digitization, should drive insurance brokers like MMC, AON, AJG, WTW and BRO.

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Zacks Equity Research

Here's What to Expect From Travelers (TRV) in Q2 Earnings

Better performances across all three segments are likely to aid Travelers' (TRV) second-quarter results.

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Zacks Equity Research

Here's What to Expect From Progressive (PGR) in Q2 Earnings

Progressive's (PGR) second-quarter earnings are likely to have benefited from improved rates, solid policies in force and higher retention in its Vehicle and Property businesses

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Zacks Equity Research

Travelers (TRV) Rises 21% in a Year: More Room for Growth?

Travelers (TRV) is set to gain from strong renewal rate change, solid retention, increase in new business supported by a compelling portfolio and a solid capital position.

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Zacks Equity Research

W.R. Berkley (WRB) Gains 33% in a Year: What's Driving It?

W.R. Berkley (WRB) stock soars on the back of higher premiums, lower claims frequency in certain lines of business, effective capital deployment and sufficient liquidity.

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Zacks Equity Research

Do Options Traders Know Something About American Coastal (ACIC) Stock We Don't?

Investors need to pay close attention to American Coastal (ACIC) stock based on the movements in the options market lately.

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Zacks Equity Research

Should You Buy Marsh & McLennan (MMC) Following Dividend Hike?

This increase reflects Marsh & McLennan's (MMC) 14th consecutive year of dividend increases and underscores its commitment to returning capital to shareholders.

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Zacks Equity Research

Palomar Holdings (PLMR) Rises 43% in a Year: What's Driving It?

Palomar Holdings (PLMR) gains from new business, strong retention rates, expansion of products??? geographic and distribution footprint, new partnerships and high-quality fixed-income securities.

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Nalak Das

5 Small-Cap Stocks to Buy Despite Inflation Headwinds

We have narrowed our search to five small-cap (market capital < $1 billion) stocks. These stocks are: AXL, EVER, GRC, ROOT, NVRI.

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Zacks Equity Research

Zacks Industry Outlook Highlights Aflac, Unum Group and Trupanion

Aflac, Unum Group and Trupanion have been highlighted in this Industry Outlook article.

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