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United Fire Group Inc (UFCS)

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$30.55
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Profit since last BUY-0.1%
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Upturn Advisory Summary

08/14/2025: UFCS (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

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Not Recommended Performance

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2 Analysts rated it

Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.

1 Year Target Price $32

1 Year Target Price $32

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$32 Target price
52w Low $18.87
Current$30.55
52w High $31.34

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -18.45%
Avg. Invested days 19
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 781.58M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 8.73
1Y Target Price 32
Price to earnings Ratio 8.73
1Y Target Price 32
Volume (30-day avg) 2
Beta 0.54
52 Weeks Range 18.87 - 31.34
Updated Date 08/15/2025
52 Weeks Range 18.87 - 31.34
Updated Date 08/15/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 2.09%
Basic EPS (TTM) 3.51

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-08-05
When -
Estimate 0.47
Actual 0.87

Profitability

Profit Margin 6.94%
Operating Margin (TTM) 9.45%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 2.22%
Return on Equity (TTM) 11.68%

Valuation

Trailing PE 8.73
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 693788997
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.59
Enterprise Value 693788997
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.59
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.52
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 25492000
Shares Floating 22027139
Shares Outstanding 25492000
Shares Floating 22027139
Percent Insiders 18.12
Percent Institutions 66.78

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United Fire Group Inc

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

United Fire Group Inc. was founded in 1946. Initially focused on fire insurance, it has grown into a multi-line property and casualty insurer. Significant milestones include expanding product offerings and geographic reach through strategic acquisitions.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Commercial Insurance: Provides a range of property and casualty insurance products for businesses, including commercial auto, property, and liability coverage.
  • Personal Insurance: Offers personal lines insurance products such as homeowners, auto, and umbrella policies to individuals and families.
  • Reinsurance: Manages risk through reinsurance agreements, spreading potential losses across multiple insurers.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The company is led by its CEO, Randy Ramlo. The organizational structure includes departments for underwriting, claims, finance, and operations, with regional offices across the United States.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Commercial Auto Insurance: Provides coverage for businesses' vehicle fleets. Market share data is not readily available. Competitors include Travelers (TRV), The Hartford (HIG), and CNA Financial (CNA).
  • Commercial Property Insurance: Protects business properties from damage or loss. Market share data is not readily available. Competitors include Chubb (CB), AIG (AIG), and Zurich Insurance Group (ZURVY).
  • Homeowners Insurance: Provides coverage for personal residences. Market share data is not readily available. Competitors include State Farm (Private), Progressive (PGR), and Allstate (ALL).

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The property and casualty insurance industry is highly competitive, with numerous national and regional players. Factors influencing the industry include economic conditions, regulatory changes, and catastrophic events.

Positioning

United Fire Group Inc. is a regional insurer with a focus on select markets. Its competitive advantages include strong relationships with independent agents and a diversified product portfolio.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The US property and casualty insurance market is estimated to be over $700 billion. United Fire Group Inc is positioned as a regional player targeting a portion of this market, suggesting a focus on specific geographical areas and niche segments rather than the entire TAM.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Strong relationships with independent agents
  • Diversified product portfolio
  • Solid financial stability
  • Experienced management team

Weaknesses

  • Smaller scale compared to national competitors
  • Geographic concentration in certain regions
  • Limited brand recognition
  • Dependence on independent agents

Opportunities

  • Expanding into new geographic markets
  • Developing new insurance products
  • Acquiring smaller insurance companies
  • Leveraging technology to improve efficiency

Threats

  • Increased competition from larger insurers
  • Catastrophic events leading to significant claims
  • Regulatory changes impacting insurance rates
  • Economic downturn reducing demand for insurance

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • TRV
  • HIG
  • ALL
  • PGR
  • CB

Competitive Landscape

United Fire Group Inc. faces intense competition from larger, more established insurers with greater resources and brand recognition. UFG's advantage lies in its relationships with independent agents and regional focus, allowing for more personalized service. However, its smaller scale limits its ability to compete on price and product offerings compared to national players.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Historical growth trends data not available.

Future Projections: Future growth projections data not available.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives data not available.

Summary

United Fire Group is a smaller regional insurer facing strong competition. Its strengths are its agent network and diversified products. Key weaknesses include its smaller scale and geographic concentration. Opportunities for growth include expansion and acquisitions; potential threats are larger competitors and catastrophic events.

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Sources and Disclaimers

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  • Company filings, industry reports, market research

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About United Fire Group Inc

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters Cedar Rapids, IA, United States
IPO Launch date 1990-03-26
President, CEO, Principal Executive Officer & Director Mr. Kevin James Leidwinger
Sector Financial Services
Industry Insurance - Property & Casualty
Full time employees 877
Full time employees 877

United Fire Group, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides property and casualty insurance for individuals and businesses in the United States. Its commercial lines include fire and allied lines, other liability, automobile, workers' compensation, fidelity and surety coverage, and other insurance products; and personal lines comprise automobile, and fire and allied lines coverage, including assumed reinsurance for homeowners multi-peril coverage. The company sells its products through a network of independent agencies. United Fire Group, Inc. was incorporated in 1946 and is headquartered in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.