0HMZ Stock Chart & Stats
$76.67
-$1.39(-1.81%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$76.67
-$1.39(-1.81%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$62.50 - $78.85
Previous CloseN/A
Volume249.00
Average Volume (3M)615.00
Market Cap
$26.58B
Enterprise Value$30.75K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$29.78B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$2.84B
Price to Earnings (P/E)14.5
Beta0.68
Next Earnings
Oct 26, 2026EPS Estimate
1.11Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.6%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)4.89
Shares Outstanding371,227,540
10 Day Avg. Volume1,413
30 Day Avg. Volume615
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio7.63
Price to Book (P/B)2.87
Price to Sales (P/S)1.89
P/FCF Ratio8.02
Enterprise Value/Market Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$72.55Price Target Upside-5.38% Downside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering11
EPS Forecast (FY)4.84
Revenue Forecast (FY)$14.69B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Cash Generation And FCF ConversionSustained high operating cash flow and near-1.0 free cash flow conversion indicate durable earnings quality and internal funding capacity. This supports consistent capital returns, reinvestment in underwriting and tech, and resilience through underwriting cycles without relying on external financing.
High Returns On Equity And Underwriting ProfitabilityConsistently strong ROE and double-digit operating EPS growth point to effective pricing, risk selection and capital deployment. Durable underwriting discipline and profitable investment income underpin long-term ability to compound equity and fund shareholder returns across cycles.
Improving Liquidity And Contained LeverageLonger-dated credit facilities and declining leverage strengthen liquidity and financial flexibility. With a sizable equity base and available committed credit, the firm can absorb underwriting volatility, fund growth initiatives, and maintain opportunistic capital returns without near-term refinancing risk.
Bears Say
Heightened Reinsurance CompetitionSustained intensifying competition in property and casualty reinsurance can compress pricing and margins over multiple renewals. For a specialty insurer, prolonged rate pressure in reinsurance markets reduces underwriting leverage, forces tighter selection, and can limit growth in higher-return segments.
Market Dislocation From MGUs/delegated AuthorityThe rise of MGUs and delegated authority structures can weaken market discipline and encourage aggressive underwriting by third parties. Persisting misaligned incentives raise structural tail risks to loss severity and reserve adequacy, complicating long-term underwriting governance and margin predictability.
Rate Pressure In Casualty Niches And Catastrophe VolatilityMaterial rate erosion in select casualty lines and ongoing cycle fragmentation increase the chance of prolonged margin deterioration. Combined with inherent catastrophe volatility, these structural headwinds can widen earnings variability and require persistent underwriting discipline to protect returns.
W. R. Berkley Corporation News
0HMZ FAQ
What was W. R. Berkley Corporation’s price range in the past 12 months?
W. R. Berkley Corporation lowest share price was $62.50 and its highest was $78.84 in the past 12 months.
What is W. R. Berkley Corporation’s market cap?
W. R. Berkley Corporation’s market cap is $26.58B.
When is W. R. Berkley Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date?
W. R. Berkley Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 26, 2026 which is in 75 days.
How were W. R. Berkley Corporation’s earnings last quarter?
W. R. Berkley Corporation released its earnings results on Jul 20, 2026. The company reported $1.27 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $1.084 by $0.186.
Is W. R. Berkley Corporation overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts W. R. Berkley Corporation’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does W. R. Berkley Corporation pay dividends?
W. R. Berkley Corporation pays a Notavailable dividend of $0.6 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.6%. See more information on W. R. Berkley Corporation dividends here
What is W. R. Berkley Corporation’s EPS estimate?
W. R. Berkley Corporation’s EPS estimate is 1.11.
How many shares outstanding does W. R. Berkley Corporation have?
W. R. Berkley Corporation has 371,227,540 shares outstanding.
What happened to W. R. Berkley Corporation’s price movement after its last earnings report?
W. R. Berkley Corporation reported an EPS of $1.27 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $1.084. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.745%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of W. R. Berkley Corporation?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:0HMZ
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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W. R. Berkley Corporation Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
$72.55 (-5.38% Downside)
$72.55 (-5.38% Downside)
Blogger Sentiment
Neutral
GB:0HMZ Sentiment 67%
Sector Average 55%
Sector Average 55%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
13.14%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
2.60%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
7.60%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
W. R. Berkley Corporation
W. R. Berkley Corporation functions as an insurance holding company, primarily underwriting commercial policies across the United States and globally. Its extensive operations are divided into two principal divisions: Insurance, and Reinsurance & Monoline Excess. The Insurance segment delivers a wide spectrum of commercial insurance solutions. This includes foundational coverages such as general liability, property, commercial auto, and professional liability, alongside specialized offerings like workers' compensation, environmental policies for diverse businesses, directors and officers (D&O) liability, cyber risk protection, and niche policies for fine arts and jewelry. The segment also extends to personal lines, providing home and automobile insurance, and specialized liability products for sectors such as law enforcement and public officials. Additionally, it offers accident and health insurance, group life, and crime and fidelity products, coupled with risk management and alternative risk program services. The Reinsurance & Monoline Excess segment focuses on assisting other insurance carriers and self-insured entities in effectively managing their overall risk exposure. This is accomplished through both treaty reinsurance, which handles portfolios of policies, and facultative reinsurance, designed for individual risks. Founded in 1967, W. R. Berkley Corporation is headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut.
0HMZ Earnings Call
Q2 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call emphasized strong financial performance: double-digit operating EPS growth, record investment income, robust cash flow, record gross and net premiums written, and substantial capital returns and balance sheet strength. These positives coexist with notable market headwinds — heightened competition in reinsurance and monoline excess, concerns about MGUs and delegated authority, aggressive rate cuts in certain casualty niches (20%–30% cited), and potential modest expense increases tied to strategic investments. Management struck a constructive tone, highlighting disciplined underwriting, targeted growth where margins are attractive, and continued investment in productivity (AI/automation). On balance, the favorable operating and investment results and capital returns outweigh the market-structure and competitive challenges discussed.View all GB:0HMZ earnings summaries0HMZ Revenue Breakdown
82.24% Insurance
12.11% Reinsurance & Monoline Excess
5.65% Other
0HMZ Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$72.55
▼(-5.38% Downside)
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