Forecasts on W. R. Berkley's Stock Market Movement: A Prediction from Wall Street Analysts?
W. R. Berkley Corporation (WRB), an insurance holding company with a market cap of $26.7 billion, has seen its stock outperform the S&P 500 Index in the past year and in 2025. On a YTD basis, WRB stock has increased by 22.3%. Over the past 52 weeks, the stock has soared 24.7%.
However, the long-term outlook for WRB's stock is mixed, with analyst ratings ranging from "Strong Buy" to "Sell." The average analyst rating is around 3.25 (on a 5-point scale), with a performance-weighted average of about 3.8.
This mixed outlook is supported by several key details. Analyst ratings show no clear consensus, with one "Strong Buy," two "Neutral," and one "Sell." A consensus rating from 18 analysts is a "Moderate Buy," including six "Strong Buy," eleven "Hold," and one "Strong Sell."
WRB's financial strength and growth are evident in its strong balance sheet metrics, operating performance, and revenue growth. The company has an A+ financial strength rating from AM Best, a reduced debt leverage of 19.1%, and a robust GAAP ROE near 19.9% in early 2025. Additionally, WRB reported a 10.8% year-over-year growth in total revenues, reaching $3.7 billion, and net premiums written came in at a record $3.4 billion.
However, some analyst caution can be attributed to relatively weak profitability metrics like ROE and net profit margin, which are highlighted by fundamental model scores. Technical signals and recent downward revisions in earnings estimates also weigh against immediate bullishness.
In the trading session following the release of its Q2 results, WRB stock gained 1.1%. The S&P 500 Index, for comparison, has gained 14.3% over the past year and 9% in 2025.
The average target price implies only modest upside from current levels, with the street-high target of $86 suggesting a 20.2% upside potential for WRB stock. As of writing, WRB's mean price target of $73.75 represents a modest 3.1% premium to current price levels.
WRB operates through Insurance and Reinsurance & Monoline Excess segments. The stock currently holds a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) with a modest growth score and a more favorable value rating, implying a balanced risk/reward profile in the near term.
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