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Macroeconomic AnalysisAn Investor’s Guide to Top-Performing Stocks for 2020
Overall, tech stocks turned out to be the top performers for 2019. The gain in the technology sector helped the S&P 500 gain 29% in 2019.
FinancialsWhy Assurant Has a Positive Outlook despite a Weak 2017
Assurant’s (AIZ) revenue fell 27% and 18% in 2016 and 9M17, respectively.
FinancialsAnalyzing Assurant’s Dividend Yield
Assurant’s dividend yield Assurant’s (AIZ) 48% dividend per share growth has been followed by 4% growth in 2017. Its stock price has risen 7.8% YTD (year-to-date), compared with 15% growth in 2016, which explains the recent flattening of its dividend yield curve. Whereas constant innovation has created new risks in every domain, high tax rates have been […]
FinancialsA Look at Assurant, Another Top Dividend Grower
Assurant’s revenue and earnings in 2015 and 2016 Assurant’s (AIZ) revenue fell 1% and 27% in 2015 and 2016, respectively. Its US revenue rose in 2015 before falling in 2016, and its international revenue fell in both years, along with its net earned premiums, net investment income, and net realized gains on investments. Its fees and other […]
Company & Industry OverviewsAssurant and Nielsen Holdings Rose on October 18
Assurant (AIZ), a global provider of risk management products and services, was one of the S&P 500’s top gainers on October 18, 2017.
FinancialsDividend Yield of Aflac
This year marks Aflac’s (AFL) 35th successive year of dividend growth. But its operating cash flow has shown a declining trend over the years.
Macroeconomic AnalysisUnderstanding PCE Inflation, the Ultimate US Rate Hike Spoiler
According to the April 2016 meeting minutes, policymakers expect the rise of inflation to be gradual, though core inflation sped up in early 2016.
MiscellaneousKIE Trades above Its Moving Averages: How Does SPY Compare?
KIE is the most liquid insurance ETF available in the country and is also among the cheapest, with an expense ratio of 0.35%.
Macroeconomic AnalysisThe Effect of an Interest Rate Reversal on Insurance Companies
Interest rates are a key performance driver for life insurance companies. They affect their margins, hedging costs, and product sales.
MiscellaneousWhy Banks Rallied on February 12 but Could Not Offset Weekly Losses
The S&P500 Index gained by 2% on Friday, February 12, led by gains in bank stocks. But for the week, markets closed in the red, falling by 0.7%.
Macroeconomic AnalysisGung-Ho US Employment Scene Catapults SPY on December 4
On December 4, SPY SPXL surged by 1.95% and 5.79%, respectively. The day was very important because it saw the release of the crucial US employment report.
Company & Industry OverviewsKIE Is Trending Upward after Crossing Its Moving Averages
On November 25, 2015, KIE closed at $72.23, above its 100-day, 50-day, and 20-day moving averages of $70.07, $70.06, and $71.73, respectively.
Macroeconomic AnalysisKIE Crossed over Its Moving Averages on November 16, Trending Up
On November 23, shares of KIE closed at $72.38, above its 100-day, 50-day, and 20-day moving averages of $70.07, $70.06, and $71.73, respectively.
Macroeconomic AnalysisHow Does a Fed Rate Hike Impact the Insurance Sector?
Interest rate movement is a key performance driver for life insurance companies, affecting their margins, hedging costs, and product sales.
Company & Industry OverviewsXLF’s Top Holdings Constitute 49% of Its Portfolio
XLF has generated returns of -1.9% in 2015 so far and has underperformed the broader market, represented by SPY. SPY has returned 0.9% year-to-date.
Earnings ReportGenworth’s Third Quarter Earnings Miss Analysts’ Expectations
Genworth Financial (GNW) reported its third quarter earnings on October 30, 2015. The company reported operating EPS of $0.13, well below analysts’ estimates of $0.22.
MiscellaneousAcquisition of Coast to Coast Adds Vehicle Service Capabilities
Assurant recently announced an agreement for acquisition of Coast to Coast Dealer Services, a long-time partner in Assurant’s vehicle service business.
Company & Industry OverviewsAssurant’s Restructured Business Segments
Assurant operates under three main business segments. These segments are Assurant Solutions, Assurant Specialty Property, and Assurant Health.
Company & Industry OverviewsAssurant: A Must-Know Company Overview
Assurant is a New York–based company that was incorporated in 2003. It has a Fortune 500 ranking of 285.
Company & Industry OverviewsUS Financial Sector Performance Review, Week Ended September 11
The savings and loans subgroup performed best in XLF in the week ended September 11. It rose 2.31% in value, while the diversified financial services subgroup rose 1.17%.
MiscellaneousAce Merges with Chubb to Create Insurance Giant
Shares of Chubb Group (CB) surged by 26.12% on July 1 on news of an acquisition by global property giant Ace (ACE).