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AXIS Capital Holdings Ltd (AXS)

AXIS Capital Holdings Ltd (AXS) 2-star rating from Upturn Advisory
$102.21
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Upturn Advisory Summary

12/01/2025: AXS (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Upturn Star Rating

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Below Average Performance

These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.

Number of Analysts

2 star rating from financial analysts

9 Analysts rated it

Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.

1 Year Target Price $116.2

1 Year Target Price $116.2

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$116.2 Target price
52w Low $82.79
Current$102.21
52w High $106.24

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 30.68%
Avg. Invested days 66
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Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 7.99B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 8.46
1Y Target Price 116.2
Price to earnings Ratio 8.46
1Y Target Price 116.2
Volume (30-day avg) 9
Beta 0.66
52 Weeks Range 82.79 - 106.24
Updated Date 12/1/2025
52 Weeks Range 82.79 - 106.24
Updated Date 12/1/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 1.72%
Basic EPS (TTM) 12.08

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date -
When -
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Profitability

Profit Margin 16.08%
Operating Margin (TTM) 22.29%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 2.32%
Return on Equity (TTM) 16.27%

Valuation

Trailing PE 8.46
Forward PE 7.66
Enterprise Value 9092101844
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.27
Enterprise Value 9092101844
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.27
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.45
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 77037743
Shares Floating 76382922
Shares Outstanding 77037743
Shares Floating 76382922
Percent Insiders 0.66
Percent Institutions 98.38

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AXIS Capital Holdings Ltd

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Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

AXIS Capital Holdings Ltd. was founded in 2001 in response to the September 11th terrorist attacks to provide insurance and reinsurance capacity. It has grown through organic expansion and acquisitions to become a global specialty insurer and reinsurer.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Insurance: Provides a broad range of specialty insurance products, including property, casualty, professional lines, and accident & health.
  • Reinsurance: Offers reinsurance solutions to insurance companies globally, covering property, casualty, and specialty lines risks.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Vincent C. Tizzio is the CEO. The company operates with a structured leadership team overseeing various segments and functions, reporting to a Board of Directors.

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • Property Insurance: Protects against property damage or loss due to various perils. Competitors include Chubb (CB), AIG (AIG), and Travelers (TRV). Market share data is difficult to obtain precisely for specific product lines within these companies.
  • Casualty Insurance: Covers liability risks and other casualty exposures. Competitors include Chubb (CB), AIG (AIG), and Travelers (TRV). Market share data is difficult to obtain precisely for specific product lines within these companies.
  • Reinsurance Solutions: Offers reinsurance coverage to insurance companies covering a wide range of risk including casualty, property and specialty. Competitors include Swiss Re (SREN.VX), Munich Re (MUV2.DE), and Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.A). Market share data is difficult to obtain precisely for specific product lines within these companies.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The insurance and reinsurance industry is highly competitive and cyclical, influenced by factors like interest rates, catastrophe losses, and regulatory changes. Consolidation and technological advancements are reshaping the landscape.

Positioning

AXIS Capital is a global specialty insurer and reinsurer focused on specific niche markets. Its competitive advantages lie in its expertise in specialized lines, global reach, and risk management capabilities.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global insurance and reinsurance market is estimated to be worth trillions of dollars. AXIS Capital is positioned to capture a portion of this TAM through its specialized offerings and global presence.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Specialized expertise in niche insurance and reinsurance markets
  • Global presence and distribution network
  • Strong risk management capabilities
  • Experienced management team
  • Strong financial position

Weaknesses

  • Exposure to catastrophic events
  • Vulnerability to pricing cycles in the insurance market
  • Complex regulatory environment
  • Integration risks from acquisitions

Opportunities

  • Growing demand for specialty insurance and reinsurance solutions
  • Expansion into emerging markets
  • Leveraging technology to improve efficiency and underwriting
  • Strategic acquisitions to expand capabilities
  • Increase pricing due to inflation and losses

Threats

  • Increased competition from established players and new entrants
  • Adverse claims experience due to catastrophic events
  • Changes in regulatory requirements
  • Economic downturn affecting demand for insurance
  • Cybersecurity risks

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • CB
  • AIG
  • TRV
  • WRB

Competitive Landscape

AXIS Capital competes with larger, more diversified insurers and reinsurers. Its focus on specialty lines and global presence provide a competitive advantage, but it must manage its exposure to catastrophic events and pricing cycles effectively.

Major Acquisitions

Novae Group plc

  • Year: 2017
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 611
  • Strategic Rationale: Enhanced AXIS Capital's position in the London specialty insurance market.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Placeholder included

Future Projections: Cannot provide projections for future growth based on analyst estimates. Placeholder included.

Recent Initiatives: AXIS Capital is actively focusing on digitalization and optimization to improve underwriting and reduce costs. They are also focused on specialty insurance and growing that segment

Summary

AXIS Capital is a global specialty insurer and reinsurer focusing on niche markets, offering specialized expertise with a global presence. It faces challenges due to catastrophic events and market competition. Strategic initiatives include digitalization and expansion into emerging markets. The company needs to effectively manage risk exposure and navigate the complex regulatory landscape to sustain growth.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

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  • SEC Filings
  • Analyst Reports (General)
  • Industry Reports (General)

Disclaimers:

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About AXIS Capital Holdings Ltd

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters -
IPO Launch date 2003-07-01
President, CEO & Director Mr. Vincent Christopher Tizzio
Sector Financial Services
Industry Insurance - Specialty
Full time employees 1876
Full time employees 1876

AXIS Capital Holdings Limited, through its subsidiaries, provides various specialty insurance and reinsurance products in Bermuda, the United States, and internationally. It operates through two segments, Insurance and Reinsurance. The Insurance segment offers professional insurance products that cover directors' and officers' liability, errors and omissions, employment practices, fiduciary, crime, professional indemnity, medical malpractice, and other financial insurance related coverages for commercial enterprises, financial institutions, not-for-profit organizations, and other professional service providers; and property insurance products for commercial buildings, residential premises, construction projects, property in transit, onshore renewable energy installations, and physical damage and business interruption following an act of terrorism. This segment also provides marine and aviation insurance services for offshore energy, offshore renewable energy, cargo, liability, including kidnap and ransom, fine art, specie, and hull war, hull and liability, and specific war coverage for passenger airlines, cargo operations, general aviation operations, airports, aviation authorities, security firms, and product manufacturers; personal accident, travel insurance, specialty health products for employer and affinity groups, and pet insurance products; and liability, cyber, and credit and political risk insurance services. The Reinsurance segment offers agriculture, marine and aviation, catastrophe, accidental and health, credit and surety, motor, professional, travel, life, engineering, property, and liability reinsurance products. AXIS Capital Holdings Limited was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Pembroke, Bermuda.