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Radian Group Inc(RDN)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$35.75
10/23/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for RDN

10/23/2026: RDN (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Radian Group Inc is a leading provider of private mortgage insurance and ancillary real estate services, serving the U.S. mortgage market. The company benefits from a solid capital position and a diverse revenue mix that helps mitigate the cyclical nature of mortgage insurance. Its primary growth opportunity lies in digitizing the real estate transaction process and expanding its HomeServices division. However, investors must monitor risks related to interest rate sensitivity, housing market volatility, and intense competition from peers. The stock may suit value and dividend-focused investors seeking exposure to the housing market, provided they remain comfortable with cyclical economic risks.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitRadian is a mature, cyclical player rather than a high-growth disruptor, making it a better fit for value or income strategies.
Momentum investorMixed fitThe stock often follows broader housing market momentum; it is a fit only when the housing sector outlook is clearly positive.
Value investorStrong fitThe company is often traded at reasonable multiples relative to its earnings power and strong balance sheet.
Dividend investorStrong fitRadian provides a consistent dividend yield and maintains a prudent payout ratio supported by strong operating cash flows.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile the company is financially stable, its exposure to housing cycle volatility makes it inherently riskier than defensive utilities or staples.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highThe stock price is highly sensitive to fluctuations in mortgage interest rates and macroeconomic housing data.
Valuation riskMediumValuation is sensitive to changes in long-term housing demand and credit loss projections.
Competition risk (Mortgage Insurance)HighRadian faces constant competitive pressure on pricing and service quality from other major private mortgage insurers.
Business qualityMediumRadian has a solid, well-regulated business model but remains cyclical by nature.
Dividend incomeLowThe dividend is considered stable and well-covered by earnings.
Execution riskMediumSuccessful growth depends on effectively scaling the newer real estate service lines and integrating technology.

Price Behavior

Rolling Over
PRICE PATH

Rolling Over

The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.

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 -36.44%
Avg. Invested days 32
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
RDN receives a 4-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals, solid quantitative characteristics, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
RDN has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid cash generation (FCF margin 9.3%) and strong profitability (net margin 46.7%) are partially offset by slightly negative earnings growth (-3.6%), slightly negative revenue growth (-3.4%), modest insider ownership of 1.66%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
RDN's financial health is supported by strong profitability, including gross margin of 92.3% and operating margin of 61.2%. Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is RDN's strongest growth driver at +117.3% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, while revenue growth (-3.4%, slightly negative) and earnings growth (-3.6%, slightly negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 97.2% and approximately 98.2% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 1.66% provides only moderate management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 14.61%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 6.99%
LSV Asset Management 4.83%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 4.59%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.53%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
RDN generates approximately $923 of gross profit, $612 of operating income, and $93 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Solid margins and weak cash conversion support a 3-star rating, while capital efficiency is soft.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 21.62%

Quantitative Style Profile

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

Style Classification

Quality Focused

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

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 4.73B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 8.57
1Y Target Price 43.57
Price to earnings Ratio 8.57
1Y Target Price 43.57
Volume (30-day avg) 2.0M shares
Beta 0.71
52 Weeks Range 30.53 - 40.76
Updated Date 10/24/2026
52 Weeks Range 30.53 - 40.76
Updated Date 10/24/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 2.94%
Basic EPS (TTM) 4.17

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Mortgage InsurancePremiums charged for insuring against borrower defaults on residential mortgage loans.This is the primary engine of the company, which thrives when more people buy homes and take out mortgages.
HomeServicesTitle insurance, escrow, property valuations, and real estate asset management services.This segment diversifies revenue by capturing fees from various parts of the real estate transaction process beyond just insurance.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

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Valuation

Trailing PE 8.57
Forward PE 6.31
Enterprise Value 5.71B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.87
Enterprise Value 5.71B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.87
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.47
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 132.30M
Shares Floating 129.98M
Shares Outstanding 132.30M
Shares Floating 129.98M
Percent Insiders 1.66
Percent Institutions 97.19

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)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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