Everest Group Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 5/6
Everest Group has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 10.3%, while the Insurance industry saw earnings growing at 14.6% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 11.4% per year. Everest Group's return on equity is 13.3%, and it has net margins of 11.6%.
Key information
10.30%
Earnings growth rate
8.66%
EPS growth rate
| Insurance Industry Growth | 8.02% |
| Revenue growth rate | 11.38% |
| Return on equity | 13.30% |
| Net Margin | 11.59% |
| Last Earnings Update | 31 Mar 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Seeking Alpha • May 05
Everest Group: Q1 Points To Steady Improvement
Summary Everest Group is executing a turnaround, refocusing on reinsurance and divesting underperforming insurance lines, with Q1 results validating early progress. Q1 earnings of $16.08 beat estimates, with a 91.2% combined ratio and $33 million in favorable reserve development, signaling improved underwriting discipline. EG’s capital return is accelerating: the buyback floor increased to $300 million quarterly, and share count is down 6.3% year-over-year. I maintain a "Buy" rating, targeting ~$390 by year-end (~12% upside), as EG’s self-help strategy and capital deployment support gradual re-rating. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • Apr 24
EG: Share Repurchases And P/E Expectations Will Shape Future Cycle Resilience
The analyst price target for Everest Group has been raised by about $9 to reflect updated expectations around fair value, profitability and future P/E, with analysts also weighing a series of recent target changes across major banks. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Everest Group shows a cluster of price target changes pointing to active debate around how the market should value the company, with several upward revisions and one meaningful cut in targets.Narrative Update • Apr 08
EG: Share Buybacks And Margin Discipline Will Shape Future Cycle Resilience
Analysts have reduced their average price target for Everest Group by about $2 to reflect updated fair value estimates, a slightly lower profit margin outlook, and a modestly higher forward P/E, incorporating the recent mix of price target increases and reductions across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Everest Group shows a mix of target hikes and cuts, which gives you a clearer picture of how analysts are weighing valuation against execution risks across the insurance cycle.Narrative Update • Mar 25
EG: Share Buybacks And Underwriting Discipline Will Support Future Repricing Resilience
Narrative Update The average Street price target for Everest Group has shifted within a tight range, with recent changes spanning from a $1 reduction to a $61 increase. Analysts have updated their views based on evolving pricing trends, loss cost expectations, and valuation assessments across the broader P&C insurance space.Narrative Update • Mar 10
EG: Share Buybacks And Underwriting Discipline Will Support Future Earnings Resilience
Everest Group's updated analyst price targets, which now range from Wells Fargo's $332 level to BofA's $491 view, reflect analysts reworking their assumptions around sector pricing trends, P/E multiples and underwriting margins, rather than signaling a clear consensus shift in sentiment. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Everest Group clusters around how resilient current earnings power looks against softer pricing in parts of property and casualty and how that lines up with valuation.Narrative Update • Feb 23
EG: Softer Pricing And Buybacks Will Shape Future Earnings Resilience
Analysts have inched their average price targets on Everest Group higher by a few dollars, with recent research pointing to mixed views on softer commercial and reinsurance pricing, personal lines resilience, and modestly higher forward P/E assumptions that still leave underwriter valuations described as not expensive. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Everest Group has been active, with several small price target moves in both directions and a continued split between more optimistic and more cautious views on underwriting, pricing, and valuation.Narrative Update • Feb 08
EG: Mixed Pricing Trends And Capital Returns Will Shape Future Earnings Resilience
Analysts have trimmed their average price target on Everest Group by about $4 to around $363. This reflects updated assumptions around revenue growth, profit margins, and forward P/E as they balance mixed views on pricing trends and valuations across the property and casualty insurance group.Narrative Update • Jan 23
EG: Reserve Protection And Reinsurance Deal Will Support Future Earnings Resilience
Narrative Update The updated analyst price target for Everest Group edges down by about $2 to reflect mixed Street views, with some analysts trimming targets on sector pricing and reserve concerns, while others highlight stronger margins and a lower assumed forward P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Street research on Everest Group is mixed, with recent notes clustering around pricing trends in property and casualty insurance, reserve adequacy, and how much investors are willing to pay on a P/E basis for the current earnings profile.Narrative Update • Jan 08
EG: Improved Reserve Protection Will Support Future Earnings Stability In Softer P&C Cycle
Narrative Update The analyst price target for Everest Group has moved modestly higher, reflected in an updated fair value estimate of about $370 per share, as analysts factor in Street research pointing to refreshed P&C outlooks, mixed pricing trends across commercial and personal lines, and views that underwriter valuations still look reasonable despite softer fundamentals. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Everest Group shows a mix of optimism and caution, with multiple price target revisions clustered in a relatively tight range and one rating upgrade following the latest earnings and reserve actions.Narrative Update • Dec 25
EG: Improved Reserve Protection And Calm Cat Season Will Support Future Earnings Stability
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Everest Group by approximately $4 to reflect a slightly lower fair value and more conservative profit margin assumptions, while also acknowledging improved reserve visibility and a steadier earnings backdrop following recent Q3 updates. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts highlight that the recent Q3 reporting season has reinforced confidence in Everest Group's earnings resilience, with calmer catastrophe activity and limited macro headwinds supporting more stable results.Narrative Update • Dec 11
EG: Improved Reserve Protection Will Support Future Margin Expansion Despite Reserve Charge
Analysts have modestly lifted their price target on Everest Group, reflecting greater confidence in reserve adequacy and resilient earnings despite a $478M reserve charge and mixed sector sentiment. Analyst Commentary Street commentary on Everest Group reflects a more balanced stance, with incremental optimism around earnings durability and reserve visibility, offset by lingering concerns on casualty trends and long term return on capital.Narrative Update • Nov 27
EG: Improved Reserve Clarity Will Support Margin Expansion After Reserve Charge
Everest Group's fair value estimate has been revised downward by analysts to approximately $368.86 per share from $374.21. This change reflects a reassessment of reserve charges and changes in sector outlook following the latest quarterly results.Analysis Article • Nov 18
Everest Group (NYSE:EG) Has Announced A Dividend Of $2.00
The board of Everest Group, Ltd. ( NYSE:EG ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $2.00 per share on the 12th...Narrative Update • Nov 11
EG: Improved Reserve Visibility Will Drive Stronger Margins Despite Sector Headwinds
Analysts have lowered their fair value estimate for Everest Group by approximately $16.65 to $374.21. They cite reduced revenue growth projections, but also note somewhat higher forecasted profit margins following recent reserve charges and sector trends.Narrative Update • Oct 28
Reinsurance Resilience And Calm Market Will Broaden Industry Opportunities Ahead
The analyst price target for Everest Group saw a modest increase of approximately $0.67 per share. Analysts cited stable sector fundamentals and a relatively calm third quarter as factors supporting a slightly higher valuation.Narrative Update • Oct 13
International Cat And Specialty Insurance Will Expand Horizons
Analysts have modestly raised their price target for Everest Group, citing a higher fair value estimate of $390.20, improved sector stability, and solid third-quarter trends. However, there remains ongoing cautiousness about profit margins and industry fundamentals.Narrative Update • Sep 17
International Cat And Specialty Insurance Will Expand Horizons
Analysts have trimmed Everest Group’s price target to $386.33 amid margin compression and sector headwinds in reinsurance, tempered by selective optimism over firm-specific strengths and capital return potential. Analyst Commentary Bearish analysts highlight concerns about the reinsurance sector due to compressing margins, rising costs of capital expected to surpass returns by 2027, and irrational property pricing despite increasing losses.Seeking Alpha • Apr 16
Everest Group: The Trouble With Growing Too Fast
Summary Everest Group stock appears undervalued at $350, with potential earnings per share of $40-$50 and a book value of about 1.1x. Despite the apparently attractive price, EG faced significant challenges in 2024, including a large reserve revision and a CEO change, leading to uncertainty. Rapid premium growth targets led to a $1.7B prior-year reserve development charge, highlighting issues with reserving discipline and potential future underperformance. Improved investment results, driven by increased interest income, helped EG end the year profitably, though profits were roughly half of 2023 levels. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 30
Everest Group: Q4 Reserve Build Could Represent A Bottom (Rating Upgrade)
Summary Everest Group's shares have underperformed, losing 4% over the past year, with disappointing underwriting results and a significant Q4 loss surprising investors. The company has added $1.7 billion to reserves, citing social inflation and increased third-party litigation funding as key factors for the higher claims. New CEO Jim Williamson is resetting expectations, adopting a more conservative reserve policy and discontinuing detailed guidance to potentially enable the company to beat expectations going forward. Despite recent losses, Everest's high-quality investment portfolio and improved reserve position suggest limited downside, prompting an upgrade to a "buy" with a fair value target of $389. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Nov 27
Everest Group: Likely To Remain Range Bound
Summary Everest Group, Ltd. shares have rallied over 10% since November 4th, driven by hopes of an improved economy and higher investment income. Despite Hurricane Milton's $300-$400 million pre-tax losses, Everest benefits from a hard market, supporting elevated premiums and potential additional profitability. EG stock has seen some insider buying recently and trades not too far above its book value and less than six times forward earnings. An analysis around Everest Group follows in the paragraphs below. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Oct 31
Everest Group: Reinsurance Is A Tough Business, But Few Do It Better
Summary Everest Group reported Q3-2024 results today. The losses for the two major hurricanes were the big topics for discussion. We look at how the valuation is stacking up compared to our previous article. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
New Narrative • Aug 21
Expanding Global Footprint And Tactical Shifts Promise Enhanced Margins And Shareholder Value
Strategic expansion into international markets and focusing on high-margin opportunities aim to solidify Everest Group's revenue and reduce volatility.Seeking Alpha • Aug 01
Everest Group: Underwriting Results Continue To Disappoint
Summary Everest's Q2 earnings were seasonally strong given low cat losses, with gross premiums growing by 13% and underwriting profits of $358 million. EG's reinsurance unit outperformed with a lower combined ratio, while the insurance unit continues to deliver subpar results that make reaching full-year targets difficult. Investment income is benefiting from higher rates, but potential upside catalysts are unclear, and shares may stay "cheap" due to hurricane risk and weak underwriting results. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • May 06
Everest Group: Mixed Q1 Leaves Me Cautious On Long-Term Goals
Summary Everest Group's shares have been underperforming in a bull market due to concerns about long-term targets and last year's equity issuance. The company reported solid Q1 results, with higher revenue and investment income, but underwriting results were not as good as hoped. Everest Group's reinsurance segment performed well, but its insurance segment was disappointing, and its capital allocation policies and lack of underwriting progress are concerning. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaRevenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How Everest Group makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Mar 26 | 17,337 | 2,010 | 126 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 17,541 | 1,573 | 109 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 17,677 | 547 | 105 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 17,716 | 798 | 103 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 17,394 | 841 | 94 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 17,160 | 1,358 | 95 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 16,436 | 2,738 | 87 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 15,936 | 2,906 | 81 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 15,346 | 2,853 | 76 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 14,601 | 2,488 | 73 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 14,151 | 2,182 | 71 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 13,353 | 1,192 | 68 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 12,645 | 655 | 66 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 12,161 | 589 | 61 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 12,002 | 525 | 67 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 11,858 | 772 | 68 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 12,022 | 1,318 | 70 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 11,828 | 1,361 | 68 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 11,511 | 999 | 58 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 11,116 | 1,311 | 51 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 10,311 | 829 | 44 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 9,585 | 508 | 41 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 8,972 | 660 | 40 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 8,491 | 523 | 37 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 8,252 | 664 | 36 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 8,237 | 998 | 33 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 7,870 | 402 | 30 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 7,752 | 495 | 29 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 7,615 | 231 | 28 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 7,359 | 88 | 31 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 7,417 | 1,036 | 28 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 7,236 | 200 | 26 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 6,878 | 384 | 26 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 6,637 | 478 | 26 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 6,398 | 268 | 27 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 6,131 | 1,199 | 28 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 6,055 | 1,104 | 28 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 5,816 | 986 | 27 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 5,720 | 970 | 27 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 5,551 | 765 | 27 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 5,485 | 818 | 26 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 5,597 | 968 | 23 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 5,677 | 951 | 22 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 15 | 5,880 | 1,135 | 26 | 0 |
Quality Earnings: EG has high quality earnings.
Growing Profit Margin: EG's current net profit margins (11.6%) are higher than last year (4.8%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: EG's earnings have grown by 10.3% per year over the past 5 years.
Accelerating Growth: EG's earnings growth over the past year (139%) exceeds its 5-year average (10.3% per year).
Earnings vs Industry: EG earnings growth over the past year (139%) exceeded the Insurance industry 36.2%.
Return on Equity
High ROE: EG's Return on Equity (13.3%) is considered low.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/21 23:09 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/21 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Everest Group, Ltd. is covered by 26 analysts. 10 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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| Jay Gelb | Barclays |
| Taylor Scott | Barclays |
| Michael Zaremski | BMO Capital Markets Equity Research |