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W. R. Berkley Corporation (WRB) Stock

W. R. Berkley Corporation Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

W. R. Berkley Corporation (WRB), a prominent company in the finance sector within the fire, marine & casualty insurance industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NYSE.Currently, the stock is trading at $69.00. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $52.32 and $75.77. This places the current price at 91.1% of its 52-week high and 31.9% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 1,370,163. The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US9617091046.

Market Cap

$27.87B

52-Week High

$75.77

-8.93% from high

52-Week Low

$52.32

+31.88% from low

Avg Daily Volume

1,370,163

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

17.05

Near market average

Forward P/E

16.18

Earnings expected to grow

PEG Ratio

17.97

Potentially overvalued

Price to Book

3.08

EPS (TTM)

$4.31

Price to Sales

2.00

Beta

0.43

Less volatile than market

How is WRB valued relative to its earnings and growth?
W. R. Berkley Corporation trades at a P/E ratio of 17.05, which is near the market average of approximately 20, suggesting the market views it as fairly valued relative to its earnings. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 16.18 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year. The PEG ratio of 17.97 indicates a premium valuation even accounting for growth.
What is WRB's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 0.43, W. R. Berkley Corporation is less volatile than the overall market. This means when the market moves up or down by 10%, this stock typically moves less than 10% in the same direction. Lower beta stocks are often preferred by conservative investors seeking stability. The price-to-book ratio of 3.08 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

12.40%

Operating Margin

16.60%

Return on Equity

20.70%

Return on Assets

3.69%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

8.90%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

-4.60%

How profitable and efficient is WRB's business model?
W. R. Berkley Corporation achieves a profit margin of 12.40%, meaning it retains $12.40 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This represents a solid margin typical of well-run businesses, showing the company can effectively balance revenue generation with cost control. The operating margin of 16.60% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 20.70% and ROA at 3.69%, the company generates strong returns on invested capital.
What are WRB's recent growth trends?
W. R. Berkley Corporation's revenue grew by 8.90% year-over-year, showing steady progress in growing the business. This positive trajectory indicates the company maintains competitive positioning in its markets. Earnings decreased by 4.60% year-over-year, reflecting the bottom-line impact of business performance. These growth metrics should be evaluated against FIRE, MARINE & CASUALTY INSURANCE industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$0.32

Dividend Yield

0.50%

Ex-Dividend Date

6/23/2025

Dividend Date

6/30/2025

What dividend income can investors expect from WRB?
W. R. Berkley Corporation offers a dividend yield of 0.50%, paying $0.32 per share annually. This modest yield below 2% suggests the company prioritizes growth investments over current income. While the dividend provides some return, investors are likely attracted more by capital appreciation potential than income generation. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of 6/23/2025.
How reliable is WRB's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - W. R. Berkley Corporation pays $0.32 per share in dividends against earnings of $4.31 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 7.42%. This conservative payout below 30% indicates excellent dividend safety with substantial room for future increases. The company retains most earnings for growth while still rewarding shareholders. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 6/30/2025.

Company Size & Market

Shares Outstanding

379.36M

Book Value/Share

$23.50

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is WRB's market capitalization and position?
W. R. Berkley Corporation has a market capitalization of $27.87B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 379.36M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a participant in the FIRE, MARINE & CASUALTY INSURANCE industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does WRB's price compare to its book value?
W. R. Berkley Corporation's book value per share is $23.50, while the current stock price is $69.00, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 2.94. This reasonable premium to book value suggests the market values the company's earnings power and intangible assets appropriately. Most profitable companies trade between 1-3x book value. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$70.36

1.97% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

0

Buy

5

Hold

9

Sell

1

Strong Sell

1

How reliable are analyst predictions for WRB?
16 analysts cover WRB with 31% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The mixed views reflect uncertainty about the outlook. The consensus target of $70.36 implies 2.0% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on WRB?
Current analyst recommendations:05 Buy, 9 Hold, 1 Sell, 1 Strong Sell. The neutral stance suggests uncertainty or fair valuation at current levels.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Jul 1, 2025, 04:32 AM

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