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Loews Corp(L)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
1-STAR RATING
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BUY for 3 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+0.26% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$112.01
10/23/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for L

10/23/2026: L (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Loews Corporation is a long-standing diversified holding company that operates primarily through its major subsidiaries: CNA Financial, Boardwalk Pipelines, and Loews Hotels. The company is noted for its conservative, long-term capital allocation strategy and the stability provided by its insurance segment. The primary investment story rests on leveraging consistent cash flows from insurance and energy infrastructure to maintain a solid balance sheet. Key risks include exposure to cyclical hotel demand and intense competition within the insurance sector. It is well-suited for value-oriented, risk-averse investors who prioritize financial stability, though it may lack the rapid growth profiles sought by aggressive market participants.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorWeak fitLoews is a mature, slow-growth conglomerate rather than a high-growth play.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock typically exhibits low volatility and lacks the rapid price appreciation sought by momentum traders.
Value investorStrong fitThe stock is often favored by value investors due to its disciplined management and conservative valuation.
Dividend investorMixed fitWhile reliable, the dividend yield is often modest compared to high-yield income investments.
Low-risk investorStrong fitThe company's solid balance sheet and diversified business model offer a defensive profile suitable for risk-averse investors.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityLowThe stock generally exhibits lower beta than the broader market.
Valuation riskLowThe company historically trades at reasonable valuations relative to its book value.
Competition risk (Insurance)Medium / highThe insurance segment faces constant pressure from larger, more specialized competitors.
Business qualityStrongThe company is known for its high-quality management and long-term capital allocation record.
Dividend incomeLowDividends are secure but do not represent the primary source of total return.
Execution riskLowThe decentralized structure limits operational execution risk to the subsidiary level.

Price Behavior

Flat / Range-Bound
PRICE PATH

Flat / Range-Bound

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

Very Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Very Smooth

The stock has followed a highly orderly price path with minimal short-term disruption.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 7.11%
Avg. Invested days 58
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
L receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals, and solid quantitative characteristics. The rating is constrained by soft analyst coverage, weak price momentum, and limited analyst upside.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
L has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, moderate growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid earnings growth (+17.9%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 14.9%) are partially offset by moderate revenue growth (+5.4%), soft profitability (net margin 9.2%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
L's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $2.7B (14.9% of revenue). Profitability is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is L's strongest growth driver at +17.9% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). Revenue growth (+5.4%, moderate) and free-cash-flow growth (+12.8%, solid) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 61.7% and approximately 80.4% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 20.07% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 7.01%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 5.33%
JPMorgan Chase & Co 3.99%
State Street Corp 3.89%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 3.46%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
L generates approximately $439 of gross profit, $126 of operating income, and $149 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Moderate margins and solid cash conversion support a 3-star rating, while capital efficiency is soft.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 22.38%

Quantitative Style Profile

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

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedLow VolatilityLarge / Mega Cap StabilityHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 22.90B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 13.73
1Y Target Price 60
Price to earnings Ratio 13.73
1Y Target Price 60
Volume (30-day avg) 938.4K shares
Beta 0.5
52 Weeks Range 97.16 - 120.94
Updated Date 10/25/2026
52 Weeks Range 97.16 - 120.94
Updated Date 10/25/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 0.22%
Basic EPS (TTM) 8.16

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Insurance (CNA)Commercial property, casualty, and specialty insurance premiums.This is the primary earnings driver, providing steady cash flow through underwriting and investment income.
Energy (Boardwalk)Natural gas pipeline transportation and storage fees.Provides stable, fee-based revenue linked to energy demand.
Hospitality (Loews Hotels)Hotel room revenue and related hospitality services.A cyclical segment that benefits from business and leisure travel recovery.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Valuation

Trailing PE 13.73
Forward PE 12.2
Enterprise Value 31.96B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.22
Enterprise Value 31.96B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.22
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.63
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 204.43M
Shares Floating 164.42M
Shares Outstanding 204.43M
Shares Floating 164.42M
Percent Insiders 20.07
Percent Institutions 61.66

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)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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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)

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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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