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Axa Equitable Holdings Inc(EQH)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
4-STAR RATING
STRONG BUY
BUY for 134 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+31.31% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$53.85
10/30/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for EQH

10/30/2026: EQH (4-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY for 134 days. Simulated Profits (31.31%). Updated daily EoD!

Axa Equitable Holdings Inc (EQH) is a established US financial services company focused on retirement, investment, and life insurance products. The company benefits from a diversified business model, highlighted by its ownership of AllianceBernstein, which provides a consistent, fee-based revenue stream. Its primary growth opportunity lies in capturing long-term demand for retirement solutions in an aging US population. Investors should note that EQH is sensitive to equity market volatility and interest rate trends, which can impact its insurance product margins and valuation. The stock may best suit value and dividend-focused investors seeking exposure to the financial services sector, with monitoring required on capital reserve regulations and market performance.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe company offers moderate growth potential tied to aging demographics but is not a high-growth tech entity.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock tends to be more sensitive to macro trends than rapid price momentum signals.
Value investorStrong fitThe company often trades at valuations that may appeal to value investors looking for financial sector exposure.
Dividend investorStrong fitConsistent dividend payouts and buybacks make it attractive for income-focused investors.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile established, market volatility exposure in insurance products limits its low-risk appeal.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highThe stock is susceptible to broader equity market swings due to its annuity business.
Valuation riskMediumMarket pricing of insurance companies often fluctuates with interest rate expectations.
Competition risk (financial services)Medium / highStrong competition from lower-cost asset managers and large insurers puts pressure on margins.
Business qualityMediumThe company has a solid, established franchise but operates in a capital-intensive, cyclical industry.
Dividend incomeMediumDividends are supported by cash flow, but capital needs in the insurance segment can influence payouts.
Execution riskMediumSuccessfully managing the transition to a more capital-light product mix requires consistent execution.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

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 60.62%
Avg. Invested days 79
Today’s Advisory Strong Buy
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
EQH receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid quantitative characteristics, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
EQH has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with soft financial health, soft growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid cash generation (FCF margin 5.8%) is partially offset by negative earnings growth (-205.6%), negative revenue growth (-6.2%), weak profitability (net margin -11.8%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
EQH's financial health is soft, with the relatively strongest area being moderate cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (5.8% of revenue). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 2-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
EQH's growth profile is soft, with the least-weak measure being revenue growth at -6.2% FY2025 versus FY2024. By comparison, while earnings growth (-205.6%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-54.3%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 102.1% and approximately 92.7% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.60%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 9.49%
NORGES BANK 6.72%
T. Rowe Price Associates, Inc. 6.67%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 4.93%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.66%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
EQH generates approximately $791 of gross profit, $-102 of operating income, and $58 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Weak margins and weak cash conversion support a 3-star rating, while capital efficiency is strong.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 13.08%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
EQH has a large-cap, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedLarge / Mega Cap StabilityHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 14.69B USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 64
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 64
Volume (30-day avg) 2.6M shares
Beta 1.09
52 Weeks Range 34.72 - 55.67
Updated Date 11/01/2026
52 Weeks Range 34.72 - 55.67
Updated Date 11/01/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 2.09%
Basic EPS (TTM) -3.37

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Individual RetirementVariable annuity products, retirement income solutions.The company earns fees by helping individuals invest for and manage their retirement savings.
Investment Management (AllianceBernstein)Investment advisory fees, asset management services.The company earns stable management fees from its investment arm regardless of its own insurance sales.
Protection SolutionsLife insurance premiums and risk-based products.This area earns profit from the difference between insurance premiums collected and claims paid out.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-11-02
When After Market
Estimate 1.87
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin -8.72%
Operating Margin (TTM) -26.36%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) -0.07%
Return on Equity (TTM) -25.13%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 5.82
Enterprise Value 5.74B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.38
Enterprise Value 5.74B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.38
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.54
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 272.77M
Shares Floating 252.96M
Shares Outstanding 272.77M
Shares Floating 252.96M
Percent Insiders 0.6
Percent Institutions 102.15

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)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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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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