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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/15/2025: GBLI (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -29.73% | Avg. Invested days 31 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 463.13M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 16.22 | 1Y Target Price 55 |
Price to earnings Ratio 16.22 | 1Y Target Price 55 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.41 | 52 Weeks Range 26.65 - 36.26 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 26.65 - 36.26 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 4.32% | Basic EPS (TTM) 2 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 6.38% | Operating Margin (TTM) -4.69% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 1.29% | Return on Equity (TTM) 4.14% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 16.22 | Forward PE 15.9 | Enterprise Value 395839122 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.06 |
Enterprise Value 395839122 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.06 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.9 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA - | Shares Outstanding 10481100 | Shares Floating 4816565 |
Shares Outstanding 10481100 | Shares Floating 4816565 | ||
Percent Insiders 34.97 | Percent Institutions 54.98 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Global Indemnity PLC
Company Overview
History and Background
Global Indemnity PLC traces its roots back to 1961. Initially focused on specialty property and casualty insurance, it has grown through acquisitions and organic expansion. A key milestone was its reorganization as a PLC and its focus on niche markets.
Core Business Areas
- Commercial Specialty: Provides property and casualty insurance solutions tailored to specific industries and risks. Focuses on underserved or specialized segments.
- Specialty Personal: Offers personal lines insurance, including vacant properties, collector cars, and equine mortality.
Leadership and Structure
The company is led by its CEO and a board of directors. The organizational structure is divided by business segments, with each segment having its own management team.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Excess & Surplus Lines: Provides insurance coverage for risks that standard insurance companies may not cover. Competitors include companies like RLI Corp and W. R. Berkley Corp. Specific market share data unavailable; operates in a highly fragmented market.
- Farm, Ranch & Stable: Offers insurance solutions tailored to the agricultural sector, including farm property, liability, and livestock coverage. Competitors include Nationwide and American Family. Specific market share data is not publicly available.
- Vacant Property: Provides insurance for vacant homes, which are usually excluded from homeowner insurance policies. Competitors include Foremost and American Modern. Specific market share data is not publicly available.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The specialty insurance market is characterized by higher premiums and lower frequency of claims compared to standard insurance. It's driven by specific risk needs that traditional insurers may not adequately address.
Positioning
Global Indemnity PLC positions itself as a provider of specialized insurance solutions, focusing on underserved niches. Its competitive advantage lies in its expertise in these segments and its ability to underwrite complex risks.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market for specialty insurance is estimated to be in the billions of dollars annually. Global Indemnity PLC is positioned to capture a portion of this market through its niche focus and underwriting expertise. No TAM dollar amount available.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Niche market expertise
- Strong underwriting capabilities
- Experienced management team
- Diversified product portfolio within specialty lines
Weaknesses
- Smaller size compared to larger competitors
- Dependence on niche markets
- Potential for higher volatility in earnings
- Limited brand recognition
Opportunities
- Expansion into new niche markets
- Strategic acquisitions
- Increased demand for specialty insurance due to evolving risks
- Technological advancements to improve efficiency
Threats
- Increased competition in niche markets
- Changes in regulatory environment
- Economic downturn affecting demand for insurance
- Catastrophic events leading to significant claims
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- RLI (RLI)
- WRB (WRB)
- HIG (HIG)
Competitive Landscape
Global Indemnity PLC faces competition from larger, more established players. It competes by focusing on niche markets and providing specialized expertise. Its smaller size can be a disadvantage, but its focus allows for greater agility.
Major Acquisitions
American Reliable Insurance Company
- Year: 2015
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 127
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Global Indemnity's presence in the specialty personal lines market.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth trends would be available from their annual reports and other financial filings.
Future Projections: Future projections require analyst estimates and financial models.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives would be detailed in company press releases and investor presentations.
Summary
Global Indemnity PLC is a specialist insurer focusing on niche markets. Its strengths lie in its underwriting expertise and market focus, but its smaller size presents challenges against larger competitors. Recent acquisitions have fueled growth, but it must navigate competitive pressures and evolving risks. Strong underwriting and diversification could lead to positive future gains for the company if executed well.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings, press releases, analyst reports, industry publications, financial news sources, company website
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and is not financial advice. Market share data is approximate and may vary depending on the source. Financial data should be verified through official company reports.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Global Indemnity PLC
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Bala Cynwyd, PA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2003-12-16 | CEO & Director Mr. Joseph Warner Brown Jr. | ||
Sector Financial Services | Industry Insurance - Property & Casualty | Full time employees 266 | Website https://gbli.com |
Full time employees 266 | Website https://gbli.com |
Global Indemnity Group, LLC, through its subsidiaries, provides specialty property and casualty insurance, and reinsurance products in the United States. It operates through two segments: Penn-America and Non-Core Operations. The company distributes property and general liability products for small commercial businesses through a network of wholesale general agents; and property and general liability niche products through program administrators with specific binding authority. It also provides small-to-medium sized financially sound insurers in niche product lines that are contracted through reinsurance brokers/intermediaries. In addition, the company offers property and general liability products distributed using company administered systems, and includes collectibles, digital direct-to-consumer insurance coverage for owners of collections; and VacantExpress, insurance coverage for owners of properties under construction, renovation, vacant, or rented, distributed through wholesale general agents and retail agents. Global Indemnity Group, LLC was founded in 2003 and is headquartered in Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania.

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