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Arch Capital target raised on growth prospects

EditorAhmed Abdulazez Abdulkadir
Published 05/01/2024, 07:59 AM
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On Wednesday, RBC Capital Markets adjusted its price target for Arch Capital Group Ltd (NASDAQ:ACGL), a company specializing in insurance and reinsurance services, increasing the target from $105 to $108. The firm maintained its Outperform rating for the stock.

The adjustment follows Arch Capital's continued strong performance, particularly in its Reinsurance and Insurance units. The company's first-quarter combined ratio—a measure of profitability in the insurance industry where a lower ratio indicates better performance—remained below 80%, signaling efficiency and profitability, with the Mortgage Insurance (MI) unit being highlighted for its exceptional results.

RBC Capital Markets noted that Arch Capital has been experiencing positive reserve releases across all segments. This suggests that the company's past provisions for claims are proving to be higher than necessary, which is a positive sign for its balance sheet. Additionally, the company is not observing any adverse trends from older accident years.

In the current market, rate increases are reportedly outpacing loss cost trends, which creates an attractive environment for insurance providers like Arch Capital. The analyst from RBC Capital Markets views these conditions as beneficial for the company.

Moreover, the recent strategic acquisition of a unit from Allianz (ETR:ALVG) was recognized as a solid move by Arch Capital. While it may take time for the acquired unit to reach the targeted margin levels, the firm believes the acquisition aligns well with Arch Capital's growth strategy.

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