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Tanuka De

PGR's Net Margin Shows Improvement: Can it Retain the Momentum?

Progressive's net margin gains, tech-driven underwriting and planned rate hikes raise the question of whether momentum can continue.

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Zacks Equity Research

Steady Reward: Is Marsh & McLennan a Keeper or Just Comfortable?

MMC leans on consulting strength, rising estimates and steady cash flow as it targets continued growth.

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Tanuka De

Progressive's October Earnings Rise: Here's How to Play the Stock

PGR's October surge in EPS, revenues and policy growth highlights strengthening momentum despite recent share underperformance.

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Zacks Equity Research

Arch Capital Trades Above 50-Day SMA: Time to Buy ACGL Stock?

ACGL is poised to gain from new business opportunities, rate increases, solid premium growth and effective capital deployment.

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Zacks Equity Research

CNA Stock Trading at a Discount to Industry at 1.11X: Time to Buy?

CNA Financial is poised to gain from solid retention, favorable renewal premium change and new business growth across Specialty, Commercial and International segments.

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Zacks Equity Research

Zacks.com featured highlights include Phibro Animal Health, Astronics, CommScope and Heritage Insurance

Phibro stands out as momentum builds across four stocks hitting 52-week highs and signaling potential for further gains.

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Urmimala Biswas

Four PEG-Driven GARP Winners for the Uncertainty of November 2025

Four PEG-driven GARP picks emerge as compelling options amid market turmoil, with ALL, SANM, PAHC and ENS highlighted for their strong growth metrics.

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Zacks Equity Research

Primerica Reloads Buyback Canon With a Fresh $475M Program

PRI boosts shareholder returns with a new $475M buyback as strong Term Life momentum and solid liquidity support continued capital generation.

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Zacks Equity Research

FAF Stock Trading at a Discount to Industry at 1.2X: Time to Buy?

First American is set to gain from investments in technology, expanding valuation and data businesses and effective capital deployment.

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Zacks Equity Research

PLMR Stock Outperforms Industry: Time to Add it for Better Returns?

Palomar Holdings rides on a fee-based platform, rising crop premiums, Surety expansion, and a debt-free balance sheet backed by a strong reinsurance strategy.

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Tanuka De

Berkshire Hathaway's Net Margin Fluctuates: Can it Stabilize?

BRK.B's wide-ranging operations offer stability but drive margin swings as insurance, investments and major segments face shifting conditions.

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Rajani Lohia

5 Value Stocks With Compelling Price-to-Sales Ratios & Growth Ahead

Low price-to-sales ratios offer a clear view of value when earnings fluctuate, helping investors identify affordable growth backed by stronger fundamentals.

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Zacks Equity Research

MCY Outperforms Industry, Hits 52-Week High: How to Play the Stock

Mercury General gains from rising premiums, strong P&C performance, and solid investment income, which highlight sustained financial strength.

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Zacks Equity Research

New Strong Sell Stocks for Nov. 19th

BHF, AKZOY and CLMB have been added to the Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) List on November 19, 2025.

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Tanuka De

Alphabet Up, Apple Down: Berkshire Hathaway Rebalances Portfolio?

BRK.B reshapes its portfolio, boosting Alphabet holdings while trimming Apple as part of a broader bid to reduce concentration risk.

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Tanuka De

How Crucial is Managing Underwriting Expenses to PGR's Profits?

Progressive's profitability hinges on tightly managing underwriting expenses that shape its growth, pricing power and long-term value trajectory.

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Zacks Equity Research

KNSL Lags Industry, Trades at Premium: Time to Hold the Stock?

Kinsale Capital is poised to gain from a focus on the excess and supply market, prudent underwriting, lower expense ratio, solid investment portfolio and capital deployment.

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Zacks Equity Research

New Strong Buy Stocks for Nov. 18: ALL, HMY, and More

ALL, HMY, AMX, DB and ENS have been added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List on November 18, 2025.

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Zacks Equity Research

NMIH Stock Near 52-Week High, Trades at a Discount: Time to Hold?

NMI Holdings is well-positioned for growth, with higher new insurance written volume, a comprehensive reinsurance program and prudent capital deployment.

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Zacks Equity Research

New Strong Buy Stocks for Nov. 17: ROKU, AVPT, and More

ROKU, AVPT, ETOR, NRIM and OPRX have been added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List on November 17, 2025.

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Tanuka De

BRK.B or MKL: Which Insurance-Driven Conglomerate Stands Out?

BRK.B and MKL face shifting insurance trends despite their diversified business models. Let's see which conglomerate's fundamentals shine the brightest.

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Zacks Equity Research

AIZ Raises Quarterly Dividend by 10%, Ups Share Buyback Capacity

Assurant's dividend hike and repurchase authorization bear testimony to its solid capital position and uninterrupted cash flow supporting wealth distribution.

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Nalak Das

5 Top-Ranked Non-Tech S&P 500 Stocks for 2026 That Have Surged in 2025

Five non-tech S&P 500 leaders, GM, MS, IBKR, LVS and UHS have surged in 2025 and look poised to keep momentum into 2026.

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Zacks Equity Research

Kingsway Financial Stock Slips Post Q3 Earnings Despite Revenue Growth

KFS reports an increase in third-quarter 2025 revenues, driven by KSX and Extended Warranty, but adjusted EBITDA and net income decline.

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Zacks Equity Research

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

Globe Life is set to grow on growing premiums, rising investment income, and disciplined capital deployment.

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