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Primerica Inc(PRI)

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EXPLORE ADVISORIES AND THEIR HISTORY
QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
2-STAR RATING
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BUY for 5 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
-1.95% ▼
LAST CLOSE
$293.39
11/13/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for PRI

11/13/2026: PRI (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Primerica Inc is a specialized insurance and financial services provider that targets middle-income households in North America through a large independent sales force. The company maintains a leading position in the term life insurance market and has successfully diversified into investment products and senior health services. Its core investment story centers on the scalability of its unique distribution model and the growing financial needs of its client base. However, investors must monitor risks related to regulatory scrutiny, competitive pressure from digital-first firms, and the inherent challenges of managing a vast independent sales network. The stock may suit investors seeking a stable, dividend-paying company with consistent, albeit moderate, growth potential.

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 investorMixed fitGrowth is steady rather than explosive, appealing more to those seeking consistent performance over high-beta upside.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock typically follows broader market trends rather than exhibiting rapid, chart-breaking momentum.
Value investorStrong fitThe company is often reasonably valued relative to its consistent earnings generation and strong cash flows.
Dividend investorStrong fitA solid history of dividend payments and a sustainable payout ratio make it attractive for income seekers.
Low-risk investorStrong fitLow business complexity and a strong balance sheet provide relative stability for more conservative portfolios.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumThe stock generally tracks market indices with moderate sensitivity.
Valuation riskLowCurrent valuations are generally in line with historical averages and earnings fundamentals.
Competition risk (financial services)Medium / highFierce competition from larger firms and new fintech entrants remains a persistent challenge.
Business qualityStrongThe company maintains a distinct and resilient business model with high barriers to entry in its niche.
Dividend incomeLowThe dividend is well-supported by consistent operating cash flows.
Execution riskMediumContinued success depends on effective recruitment and training of the independent sales force.

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 8.90B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 11.59
1Y Target Price 324
Price to earnings Ratio 11.59
1Y Target Price 324
Volume (30-day avg) 203.4K shares
Beta 0.84
52 Weeks Range 227.14 - 325.96
Updated Date 11/14/2026
52 Weeks Range 227.14 - 325.96
Updated Date 11/14/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 1.64%
Basic EPS (TTM) 25.31

Sector & Industry Intelligence

Sector

Financial Services

Constructive
Sentiment
Bullish
Momentum
BUY Breadth Improving
BUY participation
50.4%
Active BUY / eligible
61 / 121
30-Day BUY Count Change
+45
Market state
Bullish

More qualifying stocks are receiving or maintaining BUY advisories, indicating improving market participation.

Industry

Insurance - Life

BUY participation
75.0%
Active BUY / eligible
3 / 4
30-Day BUY Count Change
+3

Eligible universe: 4 stocks.

Sector signal summarizes BUY breadth conditions for the sector. It does not override this stock’s BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

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

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 -0.03%
Avg. Invested days 42
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
PRI receives a 4-star rating, supported by strong unit economics, and solid company fundamentals. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
PRI has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+59.7%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 26.6%) are partially offset by moderate revenue growth (+6.6%), very low insider ownership of 0.54%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
PRI's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (26.6% of revenue). Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is PRI's strongest growth driver at +59.7% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, while revenue growth (+6.6%, moderate) and free-cash-flow growth (+5.1%, moderate) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 96.9% and approximately 99.5% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.54%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 9.83%
FMR Inc 9.30%
Kayne Anderson Rudnick Investment Management LLC 9.12%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 6.05%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.66%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
PRI generates approximately $789 of gross profit, $296 of operating income, and $266 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong margins, cash conversion, and capital efficiency support the rating.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 22.92%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
PRI has a high-quality, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltSmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Term Life InsurancePremiums collected from term life insurance policies.This is the primary revenue driver, providing predictable, long-term cash flow.
Investment and SavingsFees and commissions from mutual funds and annuity sales.This segment provides diversifying income that tends to grow with market participation.
Geography (North America)Concentrated operations in the United States and Canada.Exposure is limited to North American economic and regulatory conditions.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-11-04
When After Market
Estimate 6.39
Actual 6.77

Profitability

Profit Margin 22.52%
Operating Margin (TTM) 31.1%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 4.7%
Return on Equity (TTM) 31.18%

Valuation

Trailing PE 11.59
Forward PE 14.04
Enterprise Value 9.82B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.51
Enterprise Value 9.82B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.51
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.81
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 30.35M
Shares Floating 30.19M
Shares Outstanding 30.35M
Shares Floating 30.19M
Percent Insiders 0.54
Percent Institutions 96.95

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

Information icon Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.

📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

Information icon Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.

EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

Information icon Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.

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)

Information icon Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.

⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.

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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