
Axis Capital (AXS) Stock Forecast & Price Target
Axis Capital (AXS) Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
Axis Capital Holdings Ltd has shown strong performance by consistently outperforming the S&P 500 and the KBW Insurance Index over various timeframes, attributed to its strategic focus on primary specialty insurance and effective reserve management. The company’s estimated underwriting profitability is bolstered by the favorable development of prior accident years’ loss picks, which indicates conservative reserving practices, while projected earnings per share for 2025 and 2026 have been increased due to effective share repurchases. Additionally, the recent positive adjustments to reserve estimates highlight the company’s financial health, reinforcing a positive outlook on its operational stability and growth potential.
Bears say
Axis Capital Holdings Ltd faces a negative outlook primarily due to the estimated overstatement of its year-end 2023 reserves by approximately $542 million, suggesting pressure on future reserve strengthening. Additionally, rising ratios within the company may indicate more conservative reserves or decreased earned rates, which could adversely affect profitability. The company's dependence on the U.S. market for the majority of its revenue further complicates its financial stability, particularly in light of these concerns regarding reserves and operational performance.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Axis Capital and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
Axis Capital (AXS) Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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