Verisk Analytics Balance Sheet Health
Financial Health criteria checks 2/6
Verisk Analytics has a total shareholder equity of $-1.2B and total debt of $4.5B, which brings its debt-to-equity ratio to -381.7%. Its total assets and total liabilities are $4.6B and $5.8B respectively. Verisk Analytics's EBIT is $1.4B making its interest coverage ratio 7.8. It has cash and short-term investments of $525.2M.
Key information
-381.74%
Debt to equity ratio
US$4.45b
Debt
| Interest coverage ratio | 7.8x |
| Cash | US$525.20m |
| Equity | -US$1.17b |
| Total liabilities | US$5.77b |
| Total assets | US$4.60b |
Recent financial health updates
No updates
Recent updates
Seeking Alpha • May 18
Verisk Q1: Getting A Lot More Interesting
Summary Verisk reported Q1 revenue of $783M (+4% y/y), with improved margins and strong adjusted EBITDA, but top-line growth remains modest. VRSK maintains a healthy balance sheet with 2.4x debt/EBITDA and 8x interest coverage; liquidity and solvency are not concerns. Management reaffirmed 2026 guidance, expects Q1 to be a trough, and anticipates federal contract resumption and normalized catastrophe activity to support growth. Despite recent share price decline and valuation reset, I remain on the sidelines, awaiting evidence of stronger profitability before considering a position. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • May 14
VRSK: Proprietary Insurance Data Will Underpin Future AI Disruption Reassessment
Analysts trimmed their average price target on Verisk Analytics by about $1 to $222, reflecting updated views on a slightly lower future P/E multiple. They still cited resilient revenue, margin strength, and the company’s proprietary insurance data and embedded workflows as key supports for the long-term model.
New Narrative • May 08
VRSK 05-2026
Verisk Analytics is a regulatory-grade data toll on the US property & casualty insurance industry, monetized through ~83% subscription revenue with ~92% client retention. VRSK's narrow-moat franchise produces FCF with an unusually high degree of predictability, durable enough to justify a 15× exit multiple at a 35% margin of safety.Narrative Update • Apr 28
VRSK: Proprietary Insurance Data Will Support Future AI Disruption Reassessment
Analysts have trimmed the fair value estimate for Verisk Analytics by about $8 to $221.53, reflecting a blend of reduced margin and P/E assumptions, along with ongoing debate around AI disruption and growth headwinds, even as some recent price target changes cited confidence in the strength of its proprietary data and core insurance workflows. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Verisk Analytics highlights a wide range of views on growth durability, AI risk, and valuation, even as most firms maintain constructive ratings on the stock.Narrative Update • Apr 09
VRSK: Proprietary Insurance Data And Margins Will Support Future AI Reassessment
Verisk Analytics' updated fair value estimate edges to $229.53, reflecting analysts' mixed price target revisions between roughly $205 and $260 as they balance recent organic growth, margin trends, AI disruption concerns, and confidence in the company's proprietary insurance data assets. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates reflect a split view on Verisk Analytics, with some firms lifting targets and ratings while others trim expectations and remain more cautious.Narrative Update • Mar 26
VRSK: Proprietary Insurance Data And Margins Will Drive Future Reassessment
Narrative Update on Verisk Analytics The updated analyst price framework points to a fair value of about $230 per share, reflecting small tweaks to discount rate, growth, and margin assumptions. Street analysts cite proprietary insurance data, resilient margins, and ongoing debate around AI disruption and near term growth headwinds as key drivers of their revised targets.Narrative Update • Mar 12
VRSK: Proprietary Insurance Data And AI Partnerships Will Drive Future Reassessment
The analyst price target for Verisk Analytics has been raised from $221.12 to $230.06, with analysts pointing to reaffirmed medium term targets, resilient proprietary data assets in a regulated insurance market, and the ongoing debate around AI disruption as key drivers behind the updated view. Analyst Commentary Recent research paints a mixed picture around Verisk Analytics, with targets moving both higher and lower as analysts weigh resilient fundamentals against execution risks and questions around AI disruption.Narrative Update • Feb 25
VRSK: AI Risk Partnerships And Buybacks Will Drive Future Reassessment
Analysts have trimmed their price targets on Verisk Analytics, aligning our fair value estimate down from $248.50 to about $221 as they factor in slightly softer revenue growth assumptions, modestly lower profit margins, and reduced future P/E expectations following recent Q4 results and a more cautious near term outlook. Analyst Commentary Street research has converged around lower price targets for Verisk Analytics, with most recent updates landing in a relatively tight band around the low US$200s.Narrative Update • Feb 11
VRSK: Expanded Risk Partnerships Will Support Mixed Rating Reassessment
Analysts have nudged their price target on Verisk Analytics slightly lower to $248.50 from $249.25. This reflects updated views on its growth profile, profitability outlook, and P/E assumptions following recent mixed research that included both an upgrade and a downgrade.Narrative Update • Jan 27
VRSK: Upcoming Guidance And Investor Day Will Clarify Mixed Ratings Concerns
Narrative Update The analyst price target embedded in our fair value estimate for Verisk Analytics has moved slightly higher from about $248.56 to $249.25, as analysts weigh mixed rating changes against updated assumptions on growth, margins, and future P/E expectations. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Verisk Analytics reflects a mixed but fairly balanced view, with one firm turning more cautious and another staying constructive while trimming expectations.Narrative Update • Jan 11
VRSK: Guidance And AI Investment Will Balance Mixed Ratings And Execution Risks
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Verisk Analytics to about $248.56 from roughly $250.12, citing mixed recent ratings changes, a slightly higher discount rate, modestly softer revenue growth assumptions, and a marginally higher profit margin and P/E outlook that together leave the risk or reward profile more balanced. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts see the recent upgrade to an overweight stance as a sign that, even with a reduced US$275 price target from US$310, the shares still offer room for further execution on growth before valuation looks stretched to them.Narrative Update • Dec 25
VRSK: Upcoming Guidance And AI Spend Will Drive Renewed Bullish Repricing
Analysts have modestly reduced Verisk Analytics' fair value estimate by about $1 to roughly $250 per share. This reflects a more cautious blend of recent target cuts and rating downgrades that highlight valuation concerns, acquisition related leverage, and near term growth headwinds, despite still solid long term fundamentals.Narrative Update • Dec 11
VRSK: Upcoming Guidance And AI Spend Will Drive Renewed Bullish Repricing
Analysts have modestly trimmed their blended price target on Verisk Analytics, reflecting a balancing of concerns over near term dilution, leverage and slowing organic growth against confidence that recent headwinds are temporary and aligned with a mid single digit to high single digit growth trajectory. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research reveals a divided view on Verisk Analytics, with some analysts highlighting resilient long term growth drivers while others focus on valuation risk and execution headwinds following the latest quarterly results and the AccuLynx acquisition.Narrative Update • Nov 27
VRSK: Defensive Tailwinds And AI Adoption Will Drive Renewed Upside Momentum
The average analyst price target for Verisk Analytics was revised downward. The new consensus reflects a modest decrease of $35 per share, as analysts cite ongoing concerns about slowing organic growth and near-term risks, despite longer-term industry strengths.Narrative Update • Nov 13
VRSK: Defensive Catalysts And Recurring Revenue Will Drive Positive Momentum Ahead
Analysts have lowered their fair value estimate for Verisk Analytics from $290.53 to $251.29 per share, citing tempered growth expectations and near-term risks. They also note ongoing debates over industry disruption and the company's long-term prospects.Narrative Update • Oct 30
VRSK: Upcoming Guidance And Investor Day Will Unlock Upside Momentum
The analyst price target for Verisk Analytics has been lowered by approximately $9 to $290.53. Analysts are weighing mixed opinions on growth prospects, margin trends, and valuation following recent research updates.Narrative Update • Oct 15
New Platforms And Sales Models Will Open Future Markets
Analysts have lowered their price target for Verisk Analytics by approximately $7 to $299.82. They cite a modestly higher discount rate and a slightly slower revenue growth outlook, while also recognizing the company's resilient margins and recurring revenue strengths.Analysis Article • Aug 22
Is Verisk Analytics, Inc. (NASDAQ:VRSK) Worth US$272 Based On Its Intrinsic Value?
Key Insights Verisk Analytics' estimated fair value is US$221 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Verisk...Seeking Alpha • Mar 27
Verisk Analytics: Solid Growth Outlook Convinced Me To Upgrade To A Buy
Summary Upgraded Verisk Analytics to a buy rating due to strong subscription revenue growth and visible growth levers, particularly through product innovation and value-based pricing. VRSK's subscription revenue growth accelerated to 11% y/y, driven by new product uptake and bundling, with potential for further acceleration in FY25. The shift to a value-based pricing model enhances pricing power and reduces revenue growth volatility, supporting a premium valuation despite a high forward PE. Effective go-to-market restructuring has improved client engagement, leading to stronger renewals, upselling opportunities, and better sales outcomes, particularly with large clients. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 23
Institutional Investors Like Verisk Analytics, Here's Why
Summary Verisk Analytics is poised for double-digit earnings growth, supported by strong institutional investor confidence and a robust subscription-based business model. The company boasts a high net income margin and competitive advantages in the P&C insurance industry, outperforming peers like Wolters Kluwer and Equifax. Despite potential risks from natural disasters affecting P&C clients, Verisk's profitability and strategic client relationships make it a Buy with a $300 price target. Verisk's consistent dividend growth and focus on margin expansion further enhance its appeal as a profitable growth stock with promising capital gains. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Nov 05
Verisk Analytics: Positive On Near-Term Growth, But Valuation Is Not Cheap
Summary I recommend a hold rating for Verisk Analytics due to its premium valuation compared to peers with similar earnings growth outlooks. VRSK shows strong near-term growth potential, driven by subscription revenue, favorable industry trends, and recent hurricane events. Despite positive growth catalysts, VRSK's current valuation at 38x forward PE is not justified; I expect it to trade down to 35x forward PE. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaFinancial Position Analysis
Short Term Liabilities: VRSK has negative shareholder equity, which is a more serious situation than short term assets not covering short term liabilities.
Long Term Liabilities: VRSK has negative shareholder equity, which is a more serious situation than short term assets not covering long term liabilities.
Debt to Equity History and Analysis
Debt Level: VRSK has negative shareholder equity, which is a more serious situation than a high debt level.
Reducing Debt: VRSK's has negative shareholder equity, so we do not need to check if its debt has reduced over time.
Debt Coverage: VRSK's debt is well covered by operating cash flow (31%).
Interest Coverage: VRSK's interest payments on its debt are well covered by EBIT (7.8x coverage).
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/21 22:00 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/21 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
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Analyst Sources
Verisk Analytics, Inc. is covered by 31 analysts. 17 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| null null | Argus Research Company |
| Jeffrey Meuler | Baird |
| Manav Patnaik | Barclays |