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WRB Stock Chart & Stats
$66.83
$0.54(0.94%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$66.83
$0.54(0.94%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$62.87 - $78.96
Previous CloseN/A
Volume190.78K
Average Volume (3M)1.96M
Market Cap
$26.66B
Enterprise Value$29.27K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$28.92B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$2.84B
Price to Earnings (P/E)15.3
Beta0.26
Next Earnings
Oct 26, 2026EPS Estimate
1.1Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.53%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)4.74
Shares Outstanding372,276,730
10 Day Avg. Volume2,033,149
30 Day Avg. Volume1,958,131
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
$69.42Price Target Upside3.87% Upside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering13
EPS Forecast (FY)4.67
Revenue Forecast (FY)$12.80B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Balance Sheet StrengthNo reported debt and steadily rising equity give WRB durable financial flexibility. This supports continued capital returns, ability to absorb catastrophe losses, and opportunistic deployment into underwriting or investments without relying on external financing, preserving long-term solvency and strategic optionality.
Underwriting Profitability & DisciplineSustained underwriting discipline and double-digit operating EPS growth reflect consistent pricing, risk selection, and portfolio management. These traits underpin durable combined-ratio advantages and allow the firm to target profitable niches, supporting margin sustainability across insurance cycles.
Investment Income & Cash GenerationElevated investment income and growing invested assets provide a recurring earnings contribution and help offset underwriting volatility. Robust operating cash flow reinforces earnings quality, funds underwriting float, enables dividends/share buybacks, and supports multi-year capital deployment strategies.
Bears Say
Reinsurance & Monoline CompetitionIntensifying competition in reinsurance and monoline excess can force rate erosion and shrinking volumes in those books. Over time, sustained competitive pressure risks compressing underwriting margins, limiting WRB's ability to maintain prior returns in affected segments without shifting mix or tightening selection.
Delegated Authority / MGU RiskExpansion of MGUs and delegated authority represents a structural shift that can erode market discipline. Misaligned incentives and aggressive underwriting by third parties raise persistent adverse-selection and control risks, potentially increasing loss emergence and reserving volatility over multiple quarters.
Weaker Free Cash Flow GrowthA recent decline in free cash flow growth signals weaker near-term internal funding for investment and shareholder returns. If prolonged, it could limit repurchases/dividends or necessitate slower underwriting growth, reducing strategic flexibility despite still-healthy absolute cash generation.
W. R. Berkley Corporation News
WRB FAQ
What was W. R. Berkley Corporation’s price range in the past 12 months?
W. R. Berkley Corporation lowest stock price was $62.87 and its highest was $78.96 in the past 12 months.
What is W. R. Berkley Corporation’s market cap?
W. R. Berkley Corporation’s market cap is $26.66B.
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 97 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 Undervalued.
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 2.53%. 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 1.1.
How many shares outstanding does W. R. Berkley Corporation have?
W. R. Berkley Corporation has 372,276,730 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 same N/A.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of W. R. Berkley Corporation?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in WRB
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
W. R. Berkley Corporation Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
$69.42 (3.87% Upside)
$69.42 (3.87% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Neutral
WRB Sentiment 50%
Sector Average 63%
Sector Average 63%
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 783.2K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Crowd Wisdom
Very Positive
Last 7 Days ▼ 1.4%
Last 30 Days ▲ 10.7%
Last 30 Days ▲ 10.7%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 57%
Bearish news 43%
Bearish news 43%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
8.71%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
2.53%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
7.97%
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.
WRB Revenue Breakdown
82.24% Insurance
12.11% Reinsurance & Monoline Excess
5.65% Other

WRB Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$69.42
▲(3.87% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Ownership Overview
60.44% Insiders
15.94% Mutual Funds
0.72% Other Institutional Investors
1.49% Public Companies and
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