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Old Republic International Corp(ORI)

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1-STAR RATING
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$37.94
09/24/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for ORI

09/24/2026: ORI (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Old Republic International is a diversified insurance holding company known for its long-standing stability and status as a reliable income generator. The company focuses on specialty property and casualty insurance and title insurance, maintaining a disciplined approach that has supported decades of consecutive dividend increases. Its primary growth opportunity lies in leveraging rising interest rates to bolster investment income alongside steady insurance operations. However, the company faces risks from competitive pressures in commercial markets and the cyclical nature of the title insurance business. This stock best suits dividend-focused, value-oriented investors who prioritize steady income and long-term capital preservation over rapid market growth.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorWeak fitThe company emphasizes stability and income over rapid capital appreciation.
Momentum investorMixed fitThe stock tends to be a steady performer rather than a high-volatility momentum play.
Value investorStrong fitThe company often trades at reasonable valuation multiples relative to earnings.
Dividend investorStrong fitIt has an exceptional long-term record of consistent and growing dividend payments.
Low-risk investorStrong fitThe conservative underwriting and balanced portfolio offer a defensive profile.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityLowThe stock is generally less volatile than the broader market.
Valuation riskLowCurrent pricing generally reflects stable, long-term earnings expectations.
Competition risk (Insurance)MediumPricing pressure in commercial insurance remains a constant competitive challenge.
Business qualityStrongThe company has maintained a durable and profitable business model for decades.
Dividend incomeStrongThe company is a highly reliable source of dividend income.
Execution riskMediumManagement must consistently balance risk exposure with underwriting profitability.

Price Behavior

Flat / Range-Bound
PRICE PATH

Flat / Range-Bound

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

Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Smooth

The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -13.07%
Avg. Invested days 45
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
ORI receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid unit economics, solid company fundamentals, and solid quantitative characteristics. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
ORI has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, moderate growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, moderate earnings growth (+9.8%) supports the fundamentals score.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
ORI's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $1.2B (12.8% of revenue). Profitability is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is ORI's strongest growth driver at +10.4% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). By comparison, while free-cash-flow growth (-5.6%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 78.9% and approximately 91.6% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 7.73% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 10.90%
Bank of New York Mellon Corp 5.07%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 4.98%
State Street Corp 4.18%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.12%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
ORI generates approximately $503 of gross profit, $130 of operating income, and $128 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong cash conversion and healthy margins support the rating, although capital efficiency remains below the highest tier.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 20.43%

Quantitative Style Profile

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

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedLow VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 9.16B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 8.32
1Y Target Price 43.5
Price to earnings Ratio 8.32
1Y Target Price 43.5
Volume (30-day avg) 1.2M shares
Beta 0.61
52 Weeks Range 35.16 - 44.32
Updated Date 09/24/2026
52 Weeks Range 35.16 - 44.32
Updated Date 09/24/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 3.16%
Basic EPS (TTM) 4.56

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
General InsuranceCommercial P&C coverage including workers' compensation and specialty liability.The company collects premiums and invests the float while managing claims.
Title InsuranceTitle services and insurance for real estate transactions.This segment fluctuates with real estate market activity and mortgage originations.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

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Valuation

Trailing PE 8.32
Forward PE 11.43
Enterprise Value 11.10B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.94
Enterprise Value 11.10B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.94
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.21
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 241.43M
Shares Floating 221.13M
Shares Outstanding 241.43M
Shares Floating 221.13M
Percent Insiders 7.73
Percent Institutions 78.95

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Financial Metrics

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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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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)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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About Old Republic International Corp

Exchange NYSE
Headquarters Chicago, IL, United States
IPO Launch date 1990-03-26
President, CEO & Director Mr. Craig Richard Smiddy
Sector Financial Services
Industry Insurance - Property & Casualty
Full time employees 9500
Full time employees 9500

Old Republic International Corporation, through its subsidiaries, provides insurance underwriting and related services in the United States and Canada. It operates in two segments, Specialty Insurance and Title Insurance. The Specialty Insurance segment provides lines of coverages, such as accident and health, aviation, commercial auto, commercial multi-peril, commercial property, cyber, environmental, excess and surplus, home and auto warranty, automobile extended warranty, general liability, inland marine, travel accident, and workers' compensation, as well as financial indemnity, including directors and officers, errors and omissions, fidelity, and surety coverages. This segment offers its products to transportation, commercial construction, healthcare, education, retail and wholesale trade, forest products, energy, general manufacturing, and financial services industries. The Title Insurance segment insures against losses arising out of defects, liens and encumbrances affecting the insured title to real estate purchasers and investors. This segment also provides escrow closing and construction disbursement services; and real estate information products; national default management services; and various other services pertaining to real estate transfers and loan transactions. The company was founded in 1923 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.