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Ryan Specialty Group Holdings Inc(RYAN)

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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for RYAN

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

Ryan Specialty Group is a prominent player in the specialty insurance market, providing wholesale brokerage and underwriting management solutions. The company is noted for its ability to place complex risks and its dual-model approach, which has historically generated strong organic growth. Its primary growth opportunity lies in further scaling its MGU platform and expanding into underserved specialty niches. However, investors should monitor risks such as high valuation multiples, integration challenges from its acquisition-heavy growth strategy, and intense competition from global insurance giants. The stock is best suited for growth-oriented investors who are comfortable with the inherent volatility of the insurance sector and the company's long-term compounding strategy.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitThe company maintains a strong track record of organic and inorganic growth in the high-margin specialty insurance niche.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveConsistent earnings growth and sector tailwinds have historically attracted momentum-driven interest.
Value investorMixed fitThe stock often trades at a premium multiple due to its growth profile, which may deter strictly value-oriented investors.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company does not currently pay a meaningful dividend, as it prioritizes capital reinvestment.
Low-risk investorMixed fitInsurance brokerage is generally defensive, but the company's growth-focused strategy and valuation carry inherent market risks.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumThe stock can experience price swings based on broader insurance market trends and interest rate expectations.
Valuation riskMedium / highHigh growth expectations are priced into the stock, leaving little margin for error if organic growth slows.
Competition risk (Insurance brokerage competition)MediumIntense competition from established giants could pressure margins and limit market share gains.
Business qualityStrongThe company operates a high-margin, capital-light business model with strong renewal characteristics.
Dividend incomeLow / noneInvestors seeking immediate cash yield will not find it here.
Execution riskMediumContinued success depends on the ability to integrate acquisitions and retain key talent.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 32.98%
Avg. Invested days 60
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

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

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
RYAN has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong cash generation (FCF margin 18.9%) and solid revenue growth (+21.3%) are partially offset by negative earnings growth (-33.0%), soft profitability (net margin 2.1%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
RYAN's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (18.9% of revenue). Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is RYAN's strongest growth driver at +23.1% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). By comparison, revenue growth (+21.3%, solid) is also solid, while earnings growth (-33.0%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 98.3% and approximately 87.0% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 14.61% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 8.90%
Vulcan Value Partners, LLC 6.48%
T. Rowe Price Investment Management,Inc. 5.82%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 4.38%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.26%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
RYAN generates approximately $906 of gross profit, $205 of operating income, and $189 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: 26.95%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
RYAN has a high-quality, liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

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

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 9.27B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 51.67
1Y Target Price 50.53
Price to earnings Ratio 51.67
1Y Target Price 50.53
Volume (30-day avg) 1.8M shares
Beta 0.56
52 Weeks Range 29.07 - 58.44
Updated Date 09/24/2026
52 Weeks Range 29.07 - 58.44
Updated Date 09/24/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 1.30%
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.7

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Wholesale BrokerageCommission-based fees from placing complex specialty insurance risks with carriers.The company earns a fee every time it successfully helps a broker find coverage for a difficult or high-risk insurance need.
Underwriting ManagementFees and profit-sharing arrangements from managing specialty insurance programs.The company makes money by acting as the underwriter for specific types of insurance, often earning a portion of the profits.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

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Valuation

Trailing PE 51.67
Forward PE 15.55
Enterprise Value 8.36B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.93
Enterprise Value 8.36B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.93
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.6
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 122.08M
Shares Floating 106.18M
Shares Outstanding 122.08M
Shares Floating 106.18M
Percent Insiders 14.61
Percent Institutions 98.3

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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 Ryan Specialty Group Holdings Inc

Exchange NYSE
Headquarters Chicago, IL, United States
IPO Launch date 2021-07-22
CEO & Director Mr. Timothy William Turner
Sector Financial Services
Industry Insurance Brokers
Full time employees 6171
Full time employees 6171

Ryan Specialty Holdings, Inc. operates as a service provider of specialty products and solutions for insurance brokers, agents, and carriers in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, rest of Europe, India, Singapore, and internationally. The company offers distribution, underwriting, product development, administration, and risk management services by acting as a wholesale broker and a managing underwriter or a program administrator with delegated authority from insurance carriers. It serves commercial, industrial, institutional, individual, and government sectors. The company was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.