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Brown & Brown Inc(BRO)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
2-STAR RATING
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BUY for 1 day
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
0.00%
LAST CLOSE
$72.97
10/23/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for BRO

10/23/2026: BRO (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Brown & Brown Inc is a leading insurance intermediary known for its decentralized operating model and consistent history of growth through acquisitions. The company benefits from stable, fee-based revenue and a long-standing track record of dividend increases, making it attractive for income-focused investors. Its primary growth strategy remains the integration of smaller agencies, which offers significant scalability but also carries execution risk. Key risks include the cyclical nature of insurance premiums, potential regulatory shifts, and intense competition for both clients and acquisition targets. Investors should monitor the effectiveness of recent international expansions and the impact of digital initiatives on operating margins.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitThe company has a proven track record of consistent revenue and earnings growth via acquisitions and organic performance.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum is conditional on favorable market cycles for insurance brokers and positive earnings momentum.
Value investorMixed fitWhile high quality, the stock often trades at a premium multiple reflecting its consistent growth.
Dividend investorStrong fitThe company has a long history of increasing its dividend annually for many decades.
Low-risk investorStrong fitThe business model provides recurring revenue and stability even in challenging economic environments.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumThe stock can experience volatility tied to broader market trends and insurance industry cycles.
Valuation riskMediumInvestors may overpay if the growth rate of acquisitions slows down.
Competition risk (Consolidation competition)MediumIntense competition for quality brokerage acquisition targets can drive up purchase prices.
Business qualityStrongThe company demonstrates high margins and a proven decentralized operating model.
Dividend incomeStrongLong-standing history of consistent annual dividend increases.
Execution riskMediumSuccess relies heavily on the ability to integrate diverse acquisitions into the company culture.

Price Behavior

Flat / Range-Bound
PRICE PATH

Flat / Range-Bound

The stock price has been trading within a narrow range with minimal directional movement.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 31.42%
Avg. Invested days 55
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
BRO receives a 4-star rating, supported by strong unit economics, solid company fundamentals, solid quantitative characteristics, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum, and limited analyst upside.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
BRO has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, solid growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, moderate earnings growth (+6.1%) supports the fundamentals score.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
BRO's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $1.4B (24.0% of revenue). Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is BRO's strongest growth driver at +26.6% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). Revenue growth (+22.5%, solid) and earnings growth (+6.1%, moderate) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 86.3% and approximately 85.9% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 13.28% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Arnhold & S. Bleichroeder Advisers, LLC 7.01%
BlackRock Inc 6.61%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 5.66%
FMR Inc 5.50%
Principal Financial Group Inc 4.70%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
BRO generates approximately $491 of gross profit, $491 of operating income, and $240 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong margins and strong cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains solid.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 22.17%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
BRO has a high-quality, large-cap, liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltLow VolatilityLarge / Mega Cap StabilityShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 24.42B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 23.46
1Y Target Price 74.67
Price to earnings Ratio 23.46
1Y Target Price 74.67
Volume (30-day avg) 2.4M shares
Beta 0.59
52 Weeks Range 53.69 - 88.20
Updated Date 10/23/2026
52 Weeks Range 53.69 - 88.20
Updated Date 10/23/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 0.87%
Basic EPS (TTM) 3.11

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Retail BrokerageCommission and fee-based revenue from commercial and individual insurance sales.The primary engine of the company, generating stable fee income from business clients.
Wholesale BrokerageSpecialty insurance products provided to other agencies.Allows the company to earn revenue from competitors and the broader market.
National ProgramsSpecialized industry programs for niche markets.High-margin business focusing on specific industry risks.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

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Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-10-26
When After Market
Estimate 1.08
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin 18.08%
Operating Margin (TTM) 41.84%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 5.38%
Return on Equity (TTM) 10.02%

Valuation

Trailing PE 23.46
Forward PE 13.57
Enterprise Value 29.35B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.66
Enterprise Value 29.35B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.66
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.41
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.9
Shares Outstanding 334.61M
Shares Floating 287.56M
Shares Outstanding 334.61M
Shares Floating 287.56M
Percent Insiders 13.28
Percent Institutions 86.31

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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