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Selectquote Inc(SLQT)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$0.4
11/02/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for SLQT

11/02/2026: SLQT (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Selectquote Inc is a technology-enabled insurance distribution company specializing in Medicare Advantage and term life insurance. Its core strength lies in a robust, data-driven platform that efficiently connects consumers with various insurance carriers. The primary growth story revolves around stabilizing the Medicare business and scaling its Population Health initiatives to enhance customer lifetime value. Investors must weigh these opportunities against significant risks, including regulatory shifts in health insurance, heavy reliance on commission revenue, and intense competition for customer acquisition. The stock may suit growth-oriented investors who can tolerate high volatility and regulatory uncertainty, provided they monitor carrier relationship health and enrollment efficiency closely.

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 fitThe company offers growth potential through InsurTech scaling but carries significant execution and regulatory risk.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveConditional on positive price trends and sustained improvements in operational efficiency.
Value investorMixed fitValuation fluctuates significantly based on perceived Medicare market stability.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company does not pay a dividend, making it unsuitable for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorWeak fitHigh volatility in earnings and regulatory sensitivity make this a high-risk equity.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock frequently experiences large price swings driven by quarterly earnings reports and regulatory news.
Valuation riskMedium / highMarket sentiment regarding the sustainability of commission revenue directly impacts valuation multiples.
Competition risk (Direct-to-consumer digital insurance)HighIntense competition from peers like GoHealth and eHealth squeezes margins and increases acquisition costs.
Business qualityMediumWhile the platform model is scalable, heavy reliance on third-party carriers creates underlying business quality sensitivity.
Dividend incomeLow / noneNo dividends are paid, offering zero income utility to investors.
Execution riskHighSuccessfully managing large sales teams and adapting to regulatory shifts is critical to long-term survival.

Price Behavior

Steep Decline
PRICE PATH

Steep Decline

The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.

Extreme Price Shocks
PRICE STABILITY

Extreme Price Shocks

The stock has experienced exceptionally large and disruptive price movements during the period.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -32.66%
Avg. Invested days 24
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

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

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
SLQT has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2026 versus FY2025, solid earnings growth (+30.7%) is partially offset by soft cash generation (FCF margin 1.7%), moderate revenue growth (+6.0%), soft profitability (net margin 3.8%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
SLQT's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (1.7% of revenue). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is SLQT's strongest growth driver at +299.2% FY2026 versus FY2025 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, earnings growth (+30.7%, solid) is also solid, while revenue growth (+6.0%, moderate) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 46.0% and approximately 79.4% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 9.68% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Abrams Bison Investments, LLC 4.41%
Mariner Wealth Advisors LLC 3.66%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 3.41%
AQR Capital Management LLC 1.38%
CapTrust Financial Advisors 1.31%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
SLQT generates approximately $356 of gross profit, $46 of operating income, and $17 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2026 results. Soft margins explain the 1-star rating, with weak cash conversion and soft capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 18.48%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
SLQT has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while elevated volatility.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedHigh VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 64.00M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 2.09
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 2.09
Volume (30-day avg) 1.3M shares
Beta 1.94
52 Weeks Range 0.30 - 2.17
Updated Date 11/01/2026
52 Weeks Range 0.30 - 2.17
Updated Date 11/01/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -0.06

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Senior (Medicare)Commissions earned from enrolling consumers in Medicare Advantage plans.This is the primary engine of the company, highly dependent on enrollment success and carrier relationships.
Life InsuranceCommissions for facilitating term and other life insurance policies.A legacy segment that provides stable but slower-growth revenue compared to the Medicare business.
Auto & HomeReferral and commission revenue from property and casualty insurance products.Offers diversification, though it represents a smaller portion of total revenue.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 66.67
Enterprise Value 742.55M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.04
Enterprise Value 742.55M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.04
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.46
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.37
Shares Outstanding 179.26M
Shares Floating 142.25M
Shares Outstanding 179.26M
Shares Floating 142.25M
Percent Insiders 9.68
Percent Institutions 45.96

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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