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Ryan Patrick G Jr, a director at Ryan Specialty Holdings Inc. (NYSE:RYAN), recently purchased 75 shares of Class A common stock, with the transaction valued at approximately $5,212. The shares were acquired at a price of $69.50 each, near the stock’s 52-week high of $75.97. The company, currently valued at $18.2 billion, has delivered impressive returns of over 26% in the past year. Following this acquisition, Ryan’s direct ownership stands at 253,733 shares. Additionally, Ryan holds 400,695 shares indirectly through trusts, which are managed for the benefit of himself and his family. According to InvestingPro analysis, while RYAN maintains a GOOD financial health score, it currently trades at premium multiples relative to earnings and book value. Discover more insights with InvestingPro’s comprehensive research report, covering what matters most about RYAN and 1,400+ other stocks.
In other recent news, Ryan Specialty Group reported its quarterly Operating EPS of $0.45, which aligned with the consensus estimate. This performance was supported by higher-than-expected commissions and fees, though offset by increased compensation and administrative expenses. Keefe, Bruyette & Woods adjusted their price target for Ryan Specialty Group to $76, down from $77, while maintaining an Outperform rating. The adjustment was influenced by the company’s margin guidance for 2025, which fell below expectations. The firm also revised its earnings per share estimates for 2025 and 2026 to $2.08 and $2.60, respectively.
Additionally, Ryan Specialty has completed the acquisition of Velocity Risk Underwriters, LLC, a managing general underwriter specializing in catastrophe-exposed properties. The acquisition was initially announced in January 2025 and marks a strategic expansion for Ryan Specialty. This move is expected to enhance the company’s capabilities in providing insurance coverage for properties at risk of natural disasters. The financial terms of the acquisition have not been disclosed, but it is part of Ryan Specialty’s broader strategy to expand its service offerings and market presence.
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