Markel Corporation (MKL)
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- symbol MKL
- Rev/Share 1215.1295
- Book/Share 1385.8545
- PB 1.4851
- Debt/Equity 0.0
- CurrentRatio 0.0
- ROIC 0.0706
- MktCap 25229614606.0
- FreeCF/Share 165.2447
- PFCF 11.9244
- PE 13.814
- Debt/Assets 0.0
- DivYield 0
- ROE 0.1102
- Rating B+
- Score 3
- Recommendation Neutral
- P/E Score 2
- DCF Score 5
- P/B Score 2
- D/E Score 1
Recent Analyst Ratings
| Type | Ticker | Analyst Firm | Previous Rating | Current Rating | Previous Price Target | Current Price Target | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upgrade | MKL | Argus | Hold | Buy | -- | -- | May 30, 2025 |
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Why Markel Group (MKL) is a Top Momentum Stock for the Long-Term
Published: June 20, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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86% of Shoppers Ditch Name Brands for Private Label as Prices Climb, RDSolutions Survey Finds
Published: June 17, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
New data shows consumers increasingly switching stores, brands, and buying habits amid inflation and tariff concerns GLEN ALLEN, Va. , June 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As grocery prices continue to rise, a new national survey by RDSolutions reveals that 86% of U.S. shoppers have switched to private label products for at least some of the items they regularly purchase—underscoring growing price sensitivity amid inflation and looming global tariffs.
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86% of Shoppers Ditch Name Brands for Private Label as Prices Climb, RDSolutions Survey Finds
Published: June 17, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
New data shows consumers increasingly switching stores, brands, and buying habits amid inflation and tariff concerns GLEN ALLEN, Va. , June 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As grocery prices continue to rise, a new national survey by RDSolutions reveals that 86% of U.S. shoppers have switched to private label products for at least some of the items they regularly purchase—underscoring growing price sensitivity amid inflation and looming global tariffs.
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MKL Outperforms Industry, Trades at a Discount: How to Play the Stock?
Published: June 06, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Markel Group is set to grow on rate increases, strategic buyouts, new business volume, solid capital position and prudent capital deployment.
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Cyberwrite Expands Partnership with Markel to Advance Underwriting With AI-Driven Predictive Cyber Analytics in Europe
Published: June 03, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cyberwrite, a leading provider of cyber risk modeling, has expanded its partnership with Markel Insurance, the insurance operations within Markel Group Inc. (NYSE:MKL), to enhance the capabilities of its underwriting, broker enablement, and cyber risk modeling across Europe. Markel Europe has been utilizing Cyberwrite's AI-driven technology to help underwriters understand and model exposures and communicate findings to underwriters, brokers, and clients. This integrat.
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Markel announces completion of MECO acquisition
Published: June 02, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
LONDON , June 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Markel Insurance, the insurance operations within Markel Group Inc. (NYSE:MKL), today announced that it has completed its acquisition of specialist marine MGA, The MECO Group Limited (MECO), following regulatory approvals. Andrew McMellin, President of Markel International, stated: "We're thrilled to finalise this acquisition and officially welcome MECO's people to Markel.
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Why Is Markel Group (MKL) Up 4.7% Since Last Earnings Report?
Published: May 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Markel Group (MKL) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?
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Markel launches Clinical Trials products to support clinical trials research, globally
Published: May 07, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
LONDON , May 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Markel Insurance, the insurance operations within Markel Group Inc. (NYSE: MKL), today announced the launch of its Clinical Trials insurance product – underscoring its commitment to providing best-in-class solutions to support clinical trials research and product development on an international scale. The new clinical trials offering provides comprehensive cover to sponsors, researchers and participants throughout all phases of clinical research and is tailored to meet the regulatory requirements of more than 100 territories, ensuring smooth and compliant trial operations, worldwide.
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Markel Group, Inc. (MKL) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Published: May 01, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral
Markel Group, Inc. (NYSE:MKL ) Q1 2025 Earnings Conference Call May 1, 2025 9:30 AM ET Company Participants Thomas Gayner - Chief Executive Officer Brian Costanzo - Chief Financial Officer Simon Wilson - Chief Executive Officer of Markel Insurance Mike Heaton - Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Conference Call Participants Andrew Kligerman - TD Securities Mark Hughes - Truist Securities Andrew Andersen - Jefferies Operator Good morning, and welcome to the Markel Group's First Quarter 2025 Conference Call. All participants will be in a listen-only mode.
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Markel Group Q1 Earnings Top Estimates on Solid Reinsurance Unit
Published: May 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
MKL's Q1 results reflect solid performance at the Reinsurance segment, improved net investment income and lower expenses, offset by decreased premiums.
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Markel Group (MKL) Q1 Earnings: Taking a Look at Key Metrics Versus Estimates
Published: April 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Although the revenue and EPS for Markel Group (MKL) give a sense of how its business performed in the quarter ended March 2025, it might be worth considering how some key metrics compare with Wall Street estimates and the year-ago numbers.
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Markel Insurance announces new divisional structure and leadership appointments to drive simplification and growth
Published: April 22, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Markel's US and Bermuda operations to split into two divisions: US Wholesale and Specialty and Programs and Solutions Wendy Houser appointed President, US Wholesale and Specialty Alex Martin appointed President, Programs and Solutions Andrew McMellin appointed President, International Glenn Harris appointed Chief Commercial Officer Henry Gardener appointed Chief Risk Officer RICHMOND, Va. , April 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Markel Insurance, the insurance operations within Markel Group Inc. (NYSE:MKL), today announced a new divisional structure for its US and Bermuda operations and new leadership appointments.
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Markel: The Gap To Intrinsic Value Widens
Published: April 09, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
I continue holding shares and a bullish view on Markel Group due to its strong culture and transparent, diligent management, akin to Berkshire Hathaway. Markel's insurance performance has lagged top-tier peers like Chubb, but their investments and Markel Ventures have shown strong, improving returns. The ongoing board review focuses on Insurance and Markel Ventures, with share buybacks expected to continue during this period.
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Markel Group Trades Above 50-Day SMA: What Should Investors Do?
Published: March 28, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
MKL is set to grow on rate increases, strategic buyouts, new business volume, solid capital position and prudent capital deployment.
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Markel further enhances Wholesale Claims service with key promotions and Technical Claims Lead hire
Published: March 24, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
LONDON , March 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Markel, the insurance operations within Markel Group Inc. (NYSE:MKL), today announced that it has made three internal promotions and hired a Technical Claims Lead to further enhance its award-winning Wholesale Claims service for brokers, insureds and trading partners. The quartet of appointments include Dan Thomas, who's joined the business as Marine Technical Claims Lead, where he'll work closely as part of Markel's Marine Liability Claims team with the underwriters by providing feedback on policy wordings and claims insights for both renewal and new business, while fostering relationships with broker partners.
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How To Invest $100,000 In A Buffett-Inspired Dividend Portfolio
Published: March 23, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
Berkshire Hathaway has increased its stakes in five major Japanese trading houses, nearing the 10% ownership threshold. Warren Buffett's annual letter revealed that these trading houses have agreed to relax ownership limits, allowing Berkshire to expand its holdings. These tradings houses deal internationally in energy, mining, minerals, food & beverage, machinery and specialty chemicals.
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Markel Group: Positive Change In Insurance Leadership
Published: March 20, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
I view the appointment of Simon Wilson as CEO of Markel Insurance as highly positive. Share buybacks will keep increasing due to the option to redeem the preferred shares at $1,000 per share on June 1st. The value of the insurance business and Markel Ventures separately exceeds its current market cap, but a spin-off would not be positive over the long term.
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Markel announces realignment of Excess Casualty leadership in Markel Specialty's Southeast Region
Published: March 07, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
RICHMOND, Va. , March 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Markel, the insurance operations within Markel Group Inc. (NYSE: MKL), announced today that Nan Fine was promoted to Managing Director, Casualty, Southeast Region, Markel Specialty, and Hillary Warren has been appointed as Manager for Commercial Wholesale Excess Casualty, Southeast Region, strengthening the alignment of Markel Specialty's Excess Casualty team in the region.
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Markel appoints Dean Johnson as Senior Underwriter in Transport and Logistics
Published: February 25, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
LONDON , Feb. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Markel, the insurance operation within Markel Group Inc. (NYSE: MKL), today announced that Dean Johnson has been appointed to the role of Senior Underwriter, Transport and Logistics, effective immediately. Based in London, Johnson will be focused on driving the profitable expansion of the Transport and Logistics portfolio by underwriting liability and property package policies for the ports, terminals and marine trades industries, as well as cargo liabilities and marine professional indemnity, globally.
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Prediction: This Incredible Stock Could Be Worth $5,000 Per Share by 2030
Published: February 17, 2025 by: The Motley Fool
Sentiment: Neutral
Markel (MKL -1.52%) is often thought of as an earlier-stage version of Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.A -0.33%) (BRK.B -0.19%), but it hasn't exactly been doing as well as the Warren Buffett-led conglomerate recently. In this video, Matt Frankel, CFP®, discusses why that could change soon.
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Markel Group: A Face-Off Between Long And Short-Term Strategy
Published: February 11, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
Markel Group, led by CEO Tom Gayner, operates three profit engines: insurance, investments, and control investments through Markel Ventures, mirroring Berkshire Hathaway's system. The company's strong culture, built on trust and long-term relationships, attracts the right employees, shareholders, and business partners, crucial for sustained success. Activist investor JANA Partners' involvement and the ensuing business review may threaten Markel Ventures' stability and long-term strategy, potentially harming its competitive edge.
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About Markel Corporation (MKL)
- IPO Date 1986-12-12
- Website https://www.markel.com
- Industry Insurance - Property & Casualty
- CEO Mr. Thomas Sinnickson Gayner
- Employees 22000