Wolfe Research initiates Verisk Analytics stock with Outperform rating

Investing.com - Wolfe Research initiated coverage on Verisk Analytics (NASDAQ:VRSK) with an Outperform rating and a $320 price target on Wednesday. The company, currently valued at $37.46 billion, maintains impressive gross profit margins of 69.39% and has received a GOOD financial health score from InvestingPro.

The research firm cited Verisk’s strong structural position, recurring revenue growth profile, and industry-leading margins as key factors supporting the premium valuation relative to peers.

Wolfe Research’s calendar year 2025, 2026, and 2027 earnings per share estimates of $6.97, $7.84, and $8.87 compare to consensus estimates of $7.01, $7.80, and $8.75, respectively.

The $320 price target is based on 36 times Wolfe’s calendar year 2027 adjusted earnings per share estimate of $8.87, reflecting confidence in the company’s long-term growth trajectory.

Year-to-date, Verisk Analytics shares are down 4% compared to the S&P 500’s 9% gain and Wolfe’s Business and Information Services Index’s 5% decline, with the stock currently trading at 35.1 times next twelve months earnings.

In other recent news, Verisk Analytics Inc . reported its Q2 2025 earnings, exceeding analyst expectations with an earnings per share (EPS) of $1.88, surpassing the projected $1.77. The company also reported revenue of $773 million, slightly above the anticipated $768.74 million. Despite this positive earnings surprise, Verisk’s stock experienced a decline in pre-market trading. These recent developments highlight Verisk’s ability to outperform earnings forecasts. The earnings report is a key focus for investors assessing the company’s financial performance. No analyst upgrades or downgrades were noted in the recent period. Investors continue to monitor Verisk’s performance closely in light of these results.

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