The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides insurance and financial services to individual and business customers in the United States, the United Kingdom, and internationally. Its Commercial Lines segment offers insurance coverages, including workers' compensation, property, automobile, general and professional liability, package business, umbrella, fidelity and surety, marine, livestock, accident, health, and reinsurance through regional offices, branches, sales and policyholder service centers, independent retail agents and brokers, wholesale agents, and reinsurance brokers. The company's Personal Lines segment provides automobile, homeowners, and personal umbrella coverages through direct-to-consumer channels and independent agents. Its Property & Casualty Other Operations segment offers coverage for asbestos and environmental exposures. The company's Group Benefits segment provides group life, disability, and other group coverages to members of employer groups, associations, and affinity groups through direct insurance policies; reinsurance to other insurance companies; employer paid and voluntary product coverages; disability underwriting, administration, and claims processing to self-funded employer plans; and leave management solution. This segment also distributes its group insurance products and services through brokers, consultants, third-party administrators, trade associations, and private exchanges. Its Hartford Funds segment offers managed mutual funds across various asset classes; and exchange-traded funds through broker-dealer organizations, independent financial advisers, defined contribution plans, financial consultants, bank trust groups, and registered investment advisers, as well as investment management, distribution, and administrative services, such as product design, implementation, and oversight. The company was founded in 1810 and is headquartered in Hartford, Connecticut.

The Hartford Insurance Group, Inc.

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) today is down -0.05%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI) (DIA) is up +0.23%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) is down -0.28%. March E-mini S&P futures (ESH26) are down -0.04%, and March E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQH26) are down -0.28%.
Stock indexes gave up early gains today and turned lower on weakness in megacap technology stocks. Higher bond yields are a negative factor for stocks as the 10-year T-note yield climbed to a 1.5-week high today at 4.19%. In addition, weakness in insurance stocks is a drag on the overall market.
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The strength in chip makers, megacap technology stocks, and AI-infrastructure companies is a supportive factor for stocks. Also, strength in European stocks today is providing carryover support to US equity markets after the Euro Stoxx 50 rallied to a new record high.
The US Dec S&P manufacturing PMI was kept unrevised at 51.8, right on expectations.
The markets are discounting the odds at 15% for a -25 bp rate cut at the FOMC’s next meeting on January 27-28.
Overseas stock markets are higher today. The Euro Stoxx 50 rallied to a new all-time high and is up by +0.77%. China’s Shanghai Composite and Japan’s Nikkei Stock 225 are closed today for the New Year’s Day holidays.
Interest Rates
March 10-year T-notes (ZNH6) are down -4 ticks. The 10-year T-note yield is up +2.6 bp to 4.181%. Mar T-notes fell to a 1.5-week low today, and the 10-year T-note yield rose to a 1.5-week high of 4.191%. T-notes are modestly lower today as stock market strength has reduced safe-haven demand for government debt securities. Also, rising inflation expectations are weighing on T-notes as the 10-year breakeven inflation rate rose to a 2.5-week high today at 2.262%.
European government bond yields are moving higher today. The 10-year German bund yield rose to a 1.5-week high of 2.910% and is up +3.6 bp to 2.890%. The 10-year UK gilt climbed to a 1.5-week high of 4.530% and is up +4.3 bp to 4.521%.
The Eurozone Dec S&P manufacturing PMI was revised downward by -0.4 to 48.4 from the previously reported 49.2.
The Eurozone Nov M3 money supply rose +3.0% y/y, stronger than expectations of +2.7% y/y and the highest in four months.
The UK Dec S&P manufacturing PMI was revised downward by -0.6 to 50.6 from the previously reported 51.2.
Swaps are discounting a 1% chance of a +25 bp rate hike by the ECB at its next policy meeting on February 5.
US Stock Movers
The Magnificent Seven stocks gave up early gains today and turned lower, weighing on the broader market. Microsoft (MSFT), Amazon.com (AMZN), and Meta Platforms (META) are down more than -2%. Also, Tesla (TSLA) is down more than -1% after reporting Q4 vehicle deliveries of 418,227, weaker than the consensus of 440,907. In addition, Alphabet (GOOGL) is down -0.60% and Apple (AAPL) is down -0.50%.
Chip makers and AI-infrastructure stocks are moving higher today to lead the overall market higher. Sandisk (SNDK) is up more than +12% to lead gainers in the S&P 500, and ASML Holding NV (ASML) is up more than +8% to lead gainers in the Nasdaq 100 after Alethia Capital double-upgraded the stock to buy from sell with a price target of $1,500. Also, Micron Technology (MU) is up more than +7%, and Lam Research (LRCX), Western Digital (WDC), and Intel (INTC) are up more than +6%. In addition, ARM Holdings Plc (ARM) is up more than +5%, and Applied Materials (AMAT), KLA Corp (KLAC), Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), Marvell Technology (MRVL), and Seagate Technology Holdings (STX) are up more than +4%. Finally, Broadcom (AVGO) is up more than +3%.
Cryptocurrency-exposed stocks are climbing today with Bitcoin (^BTCUSD) up more than +1%. Riot Platforms (RIOT) is up more than +9% and Mara Holdings (MARA) is up more than +8%. Also, Galaxy Digital Holdings (GLXY) is up more than +7% and Strategy (MSTR) and Coinbase Global (COIN) are up more than +2%.
Insurance stocks are under pressure today. Progressive (PGR) is down more than -7% to lead losers in the S&P 500. Also, Erie Indemnity (ERIE) is down more than -3%, and Allstate (ALL), American International Group (AIG), Hartford International Group (HIG), and Travelers (TRV) are down more than -1%.
Sable Offshore (SOC) is up more than +17% after a federal appeals court said the company can restart its California pipeline and can begin pumping oil from its three platforms off the coast of Santa Barbara, California.
RH (RH) is up more than +6%, and Wayfair (W) is up more than +5% after President Trump delayed tariff increases on upholstered furniture until next year.
Vertiv Holdings (VRT) is up more than +8% after Barclays upgraded the stock to overweight from equal weight with a price target of $200.
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Stocks Give Up Early Gains as Megacap Tech Shares Fall

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) today is up +0.62%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI) (DIA) is up +0.10%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) is up +1.16%. March E-mini S&P futures (ESH26) are up +0.59%, and March E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQH26) are up +1.14%.
Stock indexes are moving higher today, led by strength in chip makers, megacap technology stocks, and AI-infrastructure companies. Also, strength in European stocks today is providing carryover support to US equity markets after the Euro Stoxx 50 rallied to a new record high.
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Higher bond yields are a negative factor for stocks as the 10-year T-note yield climbed to a 1.5-week high today at 4.19%.
The US Dec S&P manufacturing PMI was kept unrevised at 51.8, right on expectations.
The markets are discounting the odds at 15% for a -25 bp rate cut at the FOMC’s next meeting on January 27-28.
Overseas stock markets are higher today. The Euro Stoxx 50 rallied to a new all-time high and is up by +0.99%. China’s Shanghai Composite and Japan’s Nikkei Stock 225 are closed today for the New Year’s Day holidays.
Interest Rates
March 10-year T-notes (ZNH6) are down -2 ticks. The 10-year T-note yield is up +0.8 bp to 4.163%. Mar T-notes fell to a 1.5-week low today, and the 10-year T-note yield rose to a 1.5-week high of 4.191%. T-notes are modestly lower today as stock market strength has reduced safe-haven demand for government debt securities. Also, rising inflation expectations are weighing on T-notes as the 10-year breakeven inflation rate rose to a 2.5-week high today at 2.259%.
European government bond yields are moving higher today. The 10-year German bund yield rose to a 1.5-week high of 2.910% and is up +3.0 bp to 2.885%. The 10-year UK gilt climbed to a 1.5-week high of 4.530% and is up +3.2 bp to 4.511%.
The Eurozone Dec S&P manufacturing PMI was revised downward by -0.4 to 48.4 from the previously reported 49.2.
The Eurozone Nov M3 money supply rose +3.0% y/y, stronger than expectations of +2.7% y/y and the highest in four months.
The UK Dec S&P manufacturing PMI was revised downward by -0.6 to 50.6 from the previously reported 51.2.
Swaps are discounting a 1% chance of a +25 bp rate hike by the ECB at its next policy meeting on February 5.
US Stock Movers
Chip makers and AI-infrastructure stocks are moving higher today to lead the overall market higher. Sandisk (SNDK) is up more than +8% to lead gainers in the S&P 500, and ASML Holding NV (ASML) is up more than +7% to lead gainers in the Nasdaq 100 after Alethia Capital double-upgraded the stock to buy from sell with a price target of $1,500. Also, Micron Technology (MU) is up more than +7%, and Lam Research (LRCX) is up more than +6%. In addition, Applied Materials (AMAT), ARM Holdings Plc (ARM), KLA Corp (KLAC), Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), and Intel (INTC) are up more than +4%, and Western Digital (WDC), Marvell Technology (MRVL), Seagate Technology Holdings (STX), and Broadcom (AVGO) are up more than +3%.
The Magnificent Seven stocks are climbing today, helping lift the broader market. Nvidia (NVDA) and Alphabet (GOOGL) are up more than +2%, and Amazon.com (AMZN) and Apple (AAPL) are up more than +1%. Also, Tesla (TSLA) is up +0.31%. Bucking the trend, Microsoft (MSFT) is down -0.67% and Meta Platforms (META) is down -0.57%.
Insurance stocks are under pressure today. Progressive (PGR) is down more than -7% to lead losers in the S&P 500. Also, Erie Indemnity (ERIE) is down more than -2%, and Allstate (ALL), Hartford Insurance Group (HIG), Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (AJG), and Travelers (TRV) are down more than -1%.
Sable Offshore (SOC) is up more than +18% after a federal appeals court said the company can restart its California pipeline and can begin pumping oil from its three platforms off the coast of Santa Barbara, California.
RH (RH) is up more than +7%, and Wayfair (W) is up more than +5% after President Trump delayed tariff increases on upholstered furniture until next year.
Vertiv Holdings (VRT) is up more than +7% after Barclays upgraded the stock to overweight from equal weight with a price target of $200.
Earnings Reports(1/2/2026)
Lifecore Biomedical (LFCR).
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Stocks Climb on Strength in Chip Makers and AI-Infrastructure Companies

Looking today at week-over-week shares outstanding changes among the universe of ETFs covered at ETF Channel, one standout is the iShares ESG Aware MSCI USA ETF (Symbol: ESGU) where we have detected an approximate $262.7 million dollar inflow -- that's a 1.7% increase week over week in outstanding units (from 102,000,000 to 103,750,000). Among the largest underlying components of ESGU, in trading today Hartford Insurance Group Inc (Symbol: HIG) is off about 0.3%, Progressive Corp. (Symbol: PGR) is off about 0.4%, and Standard and Poors Global Inc (Symbol: SPGI) is lower by about 0.3%. For a complete list of holdings, visit the ESGU Holdings page » The chart below shows the one year price performance of ESGU, versus its 200 day moving average:
Looking at the chart above, ESGU's low point in its 52 week range is $105.18 per share, with $151.1599 as the 52 week high point — that compares with a last trade of $149.81. Comparing the most recent share price to the 200 day moving average can also be a useful technical analysis technique -- learn more about the 200 day moving average ».
Exchange traded funds (ETFs) trade just like stocks, but instead of ''shares'' investors are actually buying and selling ''units''. These ''units'' can be traded back and forth just like stocks, but can also be created or destroyed to accommodate investor demand. Each week we monitor the week-over-week change in shares outstanding data, to keep a lookout for those ETFs experiencing notable inflows (many new units created) or outflows (many old units destroyed). Creation of new units will mean the underlying holdings of the ETF need to be purchased, while destruction of units involves selling underlying holdings, so large flows can also impact the individual components held within ETFs.
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Notable ETF Inflow Detected - ESGU, HIG, PGR, SPGI

Shares of The Hartford Insurance Group, Inc. HIG have delivered an impressive 27% return over the past year, comfortably outperforming the industry’s 9.7% gain and the S&P 500’s 19.5% rise. The rally has been fueled by solid operating execution, steady growth in earned premiums and a supportive investment income backdrop.
Price Performance – HIG vs. Industry & S&P 500
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Based in Hartford, CT, the company provides a broad suite of insurance and financial services across domestic and international markets. With a market capitalization of $38.6 billion, HIG currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). The key question now is whether the stock can sustain its momentum and deliver incremental upside from current levels.
Let’s take a closer look.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2025 EPS stands at $12.44, implying a strong 20.8% year-over-year increase, followed by 4.5% growth in 2026 to $13. It has witnessed one upward estimate revision in the past month, against no downward movement. HIG has also established a consistent earnings beat record, surpassing estimates in each of the last four quarters with an average surprise of 14.3%.
The Hartford Insurance Group, Inc. Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise
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For the top line, 2025 estimates are pegged at $19.9 billion, implying 9.1% growth from the prior year. Revenues are expected to remain on an upward trajectory in 2026, with the consensus estimate projecting a 7.6% year-over-year increase.
Strategically, Hartford Insurance has sharpened its focus on core businesses, disciplined underwriting and profitability enhancement. The divestiture of legacy run-off portfolios and non-core operations has streamlined the business, strengthened its risk profile and improved financial flexibility. At the same time, ongoing investments in digital tools and data science are enhancing platform capabilities and supporting customer acquisition and retention.
These efforts are clearly reflected in profitability metrics. HIG’s trailing 12-month return on equity stands at 21.07%, more than double the industry average of 8.02%, underscoring the company’s efficient capital deployment.
Operational restructuring initiatives, most notably Hartford Next, are also beginning to bear fruit. In the first nine months of 2025, the Employee Benefits segment posted a 10-basis-point improvement in core earnings margin, while the Business Insurance combined ratio improved by 70 basis points, signaling better underwriting discipline.
Capital returns remain another key pillar of the investment case. HIG has consistently rewarded shareholders through aggressive buybacks and steady dividends. The company repurchased $1.5 billion of shares in 2024, followed by $1.2 billion during the first nine months of 2025. As of Sept. 30, 2025, $1.95 billion remained under its current repurchase authorization. Additionally, Hartford returned $446 million in dividends over the first three quarters, supporting a dividend yield of 1.7%, well above the industry average of 0.3%.
Risks to Monitor
Despite the positives, a few challenges warrant attention. Near-term improvements in the Personal Insurance segment are yet to translate into sustainable margin recovery, with cost pressure still elevated. The segment reported a combined ratio of 96.2% for the first nine months of 2025.
Balance sheet leverage is another consideration. As of the end of the third quarter, long-term debt totaled $4.4 billion, significantly exceeding the company’s cash balance of $150 million. Long-term debt represents 24.1% of total equity, well above the industry average.
That said, Hartford’s disciplined execution, strategic efforts and capital management strategy position it well for sustainable long-term growth, even as near-term risks remain in focus.
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Meanwhile, investors interested in the broader finance space can look at companies like CNA Financial Corporation CNA, Cincinnati Financial Corporation CINF and HCI Group, Inc. HCI, each carrying a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) at present. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for CNA Financial’s 2025 earnings is pegged at $4.86 per share. The consensus mark witnessed two upward estimate revisions in the past 60 days. Also, the consensus mark for CNA’s 2025 revenues of $13.53 billion suggests 6.2% year-over-year growth.
The consensus mark for Cincinnati Financial’s 2025 earnings is pegged at $7.21 per share. The estimate witnessed one upward estimate revision over the past month. The company beat earnings estimates in each of the past four quarters with an average of 52.4%. The consensus mark for Cincinnati Financial’s current year revenues is pegged at $11.19 billion, implying a 12.5% increase from a year ago.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for HCI Group’s 2025 earnings indicates 173.8% year-over-year surge. Over the past 60 days, it has witnessed three upward revisions against none in the opposite direction. HCI Group’s current-year revenue estimates indicate an 18.9% increase from a year ago.
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Hartford Insurance Up 27% in a Year: Does the Rally Still Have Legs?

The best performing sector as of midday Thursday is the Materials sector, up 1.5%. Within the sector, Mosaic Co (Symbol: MOS) and Newmont Corp (Symbol: NEM) are two large stocks leading the way, showing a gain of 6.7% and 5.7%, respectively. Among the high volume ETFs, one ETF closely following materials stocks is the Materials Select Sector SPDR ETF (Symbol: XLB), which is up 1.9% on the day, and up 8.66% year-to-date. Mosaic Co, meanwhile, is up 6.63% year-to-date, and Newmont Corp is up 170.77% year-to-date. Combined, MOS and NEM make up approximately 9.8% of the underlying holdings of XLB.
The next best performing sector is the Financial sector, higher by 1.3%. Among large Financial stocks, Elevance Health Inc (Symbol: ELV) and Hartford Insurance Group Inc (Symbol: HIG) are the most notable, showing a gain of 5.8% and 3.9%, respectively. One ETF closely tracking Financial stocks is the Financial Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLF), which is up 1.8% in midday trading, and up 14.57% on a year-to-date basis. Elevance Health Inc, meanwhile, is down 0.38% year-to-date, and Hartford Insurance Group Inc is up 25.67% year-to-date. HIG makes up approximately 0.5% of the underlying holdings of XLF.
Comparing these stocks and ETFs on a trailing twelve month basis, below is a relative stock price performance chart, with each of the symbols shown in a different color as labeled in the legend at the bottom:
Here's a snapshot of how the S&P 500 components within the various sectors are faring in afternoon trading on Thursday. As you can see, seven sectors are up on the day, while two sectors are down.
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Thursday Sector Leaders: Materials, Financial

A month has gone by since the last earnings report for Allstate (ALL). Shares have added about 4.2% in that time frame, outperforming the S&P 500.
Will the recent positive trend continue leading up to its next earnings release, or is Allstate due for a pullback? Well, first let's take a quick look at its latest earnings report in order to get a better handle on the recent drivers for The Allstate Corporation before we dive into how investors and analysts have reacted as of late.
Allstate Q3 Earnings Beat Estimates on Rising Investment Income
Allstate reported a third-quarter 2025 adjusted net income of $11.17 per share, which beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 36.2%. The bottom line rose significantly from $3.91 a year ago.
Operating revenues advanced 3.8% year over year to $17 billion but missed the consensus mark by 2%.
The better-than-expected third-quarter earnings benefited from growth in premiums, improved investment income and decreased costs and expenses. However, the upside was partly offset by the declining adjusted net income from the protection services unit.
Key Takeaways From Allstate’s Q3 Results
Property and casualty insurance premiums increased 6.4% year over year to $15.3 billion. Net investment income was $949 million, which rose 21.2% year over year, backed by a growing market-based portfolio and improved performance-based income. The metric beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $832 million. Market-based investment income increased 10.2% year over year to $780 million in the quarter under review.
Total costs and expenses declined 13.5% year over year to $13.2 billion, lower than our estimate of $15.2 billion. The year-over-year decline was due to decreased property and casualty insurance claims and claims expenses, as well as accident, health and other policy benefits. Catastrophe losses decreased to $558 million from $1.7 billion a year ago.
Allstate’s pretax income was $4.8 billion in the third quarter, significantly up from the year-ago figure of $1.4 billion.
As of Sept. 30, 2025, total policies in force were 209.5 million, which grew 3.8% year over year.
ALL’s Segmental Performances
The Property-Liability segment’s premiums earned advanced 6.1% year over year to $14.5 billion, attributable to higher average premiums from auto and homeowners insurance and policies in force. Yet, the metric fell short of the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 1.5%. Underwriting income in the unit amounted to $2.9 billion compared to the prior-year quarter’s figure of $495 million. The underlying combined ratio improved 450 basis points year over year to 78.7%.
The Protection Services segment recorded revenues of $902 million, which advanced 9.7% year over year, aided by Allstate Protection Plans and Roadside businesses. Adjusted net income decreased to $46 million from $58 million a year ago.
Financial Update (As of Sept. 30, 2025)
Allstate exited the third quarter with a cash balance of $931 million, which rose from the 2024-end level of $704 million. Total assets of $120.4 billion increased from $111.6 billion at 2024-end.
Debt amounted to $8.1 billion, stable from the 2024-end figure.
Total equity of $27.5 billion advanced from the 2024-end level of $21.4 billion.
Book value per common share was $95.95 as of Sept. 30, 2025, which climbed 36.4% year over year.
How Have Estimates Been Moving Since Then?
In the past month, investors have witnessed a upward trend in estimates review.
The consensus estimate has shifted 12.31% due to these changes.
VGM Scores
At this time, Allstate has a nice Growth Score of B, however its Momentum Score is doing a bit better with an A. Following the exact same course, the stock was allocated a grade of A on the value side, putting it in the top 20% for value investors.
Overall, the stock has an aggregate VGM Score of A. If you aren't focused on one strategy, this score is the one you should be interested in.
Outlook
Estimates have been broadly trending upward for the stock, and the magnitude of these revisions looks promising. It comes with little surprise Allstate has a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). We expect an above average return from the stock in the next few months.
Performance of an Industry Player
Allstate is part of the Zacks Insurance - Property and Casualty industry. Over the past month, The Hartford Insurance Group (HIG), a stock from the same industry, has gained 3.1%. The company reported its results for the quarter ended September 2025 more than a month ago.
The Hartford Insurance Group reported revenues of $5.11 billion in the last reported quarter, representing a year-over-year change of +9.5%. EPS of $3.78 for the same period compares with $2.53 a year ago.
For the current quarter, The Hartford Insurance Group is expected to post earnings of $3.08 per share, indicating a change of +4.8% from the year-ago quarter. The Zacks Consensus Estimate has changed -0.3% over the last 30 days.
The overall direction and magnitude of estimate revisions translate into a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) for The Hartford Insurance Group. Also, the stock has a VGM Score of A.
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Why Is Allstate (ALL) Up 4.2% Since Last Earnings Report?

Looking today at week-over-week shares outstanding changes among the universe of ETFs covered at ETF Channel, one standout is the iShares ESG Aware MSCI USA ETF (Symbol: ESGU) where we have detected an approximate $118.1 million dollar outflow -- that's a 0.8% decrease week over week (from 102,500,000 to 101,700,000). Among the largest underlying components of ESGU, in trading today American Express Co. (Symbol: AXP) is up about 0.8%, Hartford Insurance Group Inc (Symbol: HIG) is up about 0.2%, and Palo Alto Networks, Inc (Symbol: PANW) is lower by about 1.1%. For a complete list of holdings, visit the ESGU Holdings page » The chart below shows the one year price performance of ESGU, versus its 200 day moving average:
Looking at the chart above, ESGU's low point in its 52 week range is $105.18 per share, with $150.93 as the 52 week high point — that compares with a last trade of $148.25. Comparing the most recent share price to the 200 day moving average can also be a useful technical analysis technique -- learn more about the 200 day moving average ».
Exchange traded funds (ETFs) trade just like stocks, but instead of ''shares'' investors are actually buying and selling ''units''. These ''units'' can be traded back and forth just like stocks, but can also be created or destroyed to accommodate investor demand. Each week we monitor the week-over-week change in shares outstanding data, to keep a lookout for those ETFs experiencing notable inflows (many new units created) or outflows (many old units destroyed). Creation of new units will mean the underlying holdings of the ETF need to be purchased, while destruction of units involves selling underlying holdings, so large flows can also impact the individual components held within ETFs.
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Notable ETF Outflow Detected - ESGU, AXP, HIG, PANW

Fintel reports that on November 25, 2025, Argus Research maintained coverage of Hartford Insurance Group (NYSE:HIG) with a Buy recommendation.
Analyst Price Forecast Suggests 5.63% Upside
As of November 17, 2025, the average one-year price target for Hartford Insurance Group is $144.33/share. The forecasts range from a low of $121.20 to a high of $171.15. The average price target represents an increase of 5.63% from its latest reported closing price of $136.64 / share.
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The projected annual revenue for Hartford Insurance Group is 24,823MM, a decrease of 11.08%. The projected annual non-GAAP EPS is 11.13.
What is the Fund Sentiment?
There are 2,062 funds or institutions reporting positions in Hartford Insurance Group. This is an increase of 16 owner(s) or 0.78% in the last quarter. Average portfolio weight of all funds dedicated to HIG is 0.26%, an increase of 7.76%. Total shares owned by institutions decreased in the last three months by 1.95% to 293,940K shares. The put/call ratio of HIG is 0.79, indicating a bullish outlook.
What are Other Shareholders Doing?
VTSMX - Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund Investor Shares holds 9,123K shares representing 3.27% ownership of the company. In its prior filing, the firm reported owning 8,999K shares , representing an increase of 1.36%. The firm decreased its portfolio allocation in HIG by 7.26% over the last quarter.
Price T Rowe Associates holds 8,566K shares representing 3.07% ownership of the company. In its prior filing, the firm reported owning 9,677K shares , representing a decrease of 12.98%. The firm decreased its portfolio allocation in HIG by 55.53% over the last quarter.
VFINX - Vanguard 500 Index Fund Investor Shares holds 8,064K shares representing 2.89% ownership of the company. In its prior filing, the firm reported owning 7,992K shares , representing an increase of 0.90%. The firm decreased its portfolio allocation in HIG by 8.08% over the last quarter.
Geode Capital Management holds 7,915K shares representing 2.84% ownership of the company. In its prior filing, the firm reported owning 7,467K shares , representing an increase of 5.66%. The firm decreased its portfolio allocation in HIG by 46.11% over the last quarter.
VIMSX - Vanguard Mid-Cap Index Fund Investor Shares holds 6,271K shares representing 2.25% ownership of the company. In its prior filing, the firm reported owning 6,146K shares , representing an increase of 1.99%. The firm decreased its portfolio allocation in HIG by 4.53% over the last quarter.
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Argus Research Maintains Hartford Insurance Group (HIG) Buy Recommendation

Fintel reports that on November 25, 2025, RBC Capital reiterated coverage of Hartford Insurance Group (NYSE:HIG) with a Sector Perform recommendation.
Analyst Price Forecast Suggests 5.63% Upside
As of November 17, 2025, the average one-year price target for Hartford Insurance Group is $144.33/share. The forecasts range from a low of $121.20 to a high of $171.15. The average price target represents an increase of 5.63% from its latest reported closing price of $136.64 / share.
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The projected annual revenue for Hartford Insurance Group is 24,823MM, a decrease of 11.08%. The projected annual non-GAAP EPS is 11.13.
What is the Fund Sentiment?
There are 2,062 funds or institutions reporting positions in Hartford Insurance Group. This is an increase of 16 owner(s) or 0.78% in the last quarter. Average portfolio weight of all funds dedicated to HIG is 0.26%, an increase of 7.76%. Total shares owned by institutions decreased in the last three months by 1.95% to 293,940K shares. The put/call ratio of HIG is 0.79, indicating a bullish outlook.
What are Other Shareholders Doing?
VTSMX - Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund Investor Shares holds 9,123K shares representing 3.27% ownership of the company. In its prior filing, the firm reported owning 8,999K shares , representing an increase of 1.36%. The firm decreased its portfolio allocation in HIG by 7.26% over the last quarter.
Price T Rowe Associates holds 8,566K shares representing 3.07% ownership of the company. In its prior filing, the firm reported owning 9,677K shares , representing a decrease of 12.98%. The firm decreased its portfolio allocation in HIG by 55.53% over the last quarter.
VFINX - Vanguard 500 Index Fund Investor Shares holds 8,064K shares representing 2.89% ownership of the company. In its prior filing, the firm reported owning 7,992K shares , representing an increase of 0.90%. The firm decreased its portfolio allocation in HIG by 8.08% over the last quarter.
Geode Capital Management holds 7,915K shares representing 2.84% ownership of the company. In its prior filing, the firm reported owning 7,467K shares , representing an increase of 5.66%. The firm decreased its portfolio allocation in HIG by 46.11% over the last quarter.
VIMSX - Vanguard Mid-Cap Index Fund Investor Shares holds 6,271K shares representing 2.25% ownership of the company. In its prior filing, the firm reported owning 6,146K shares , representing an increase of 1.99%. The firm decreased its portfolio allocation in HIG by 4.53% over the last quarter.
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RBC Capital Reiterates Hartford Insurance Group (HIG) Sector Perform Recommendation

Primerica, Inc. PRI has strengthened its capital-return strategy with a newly authorized $475 million share repurchase program running through Dec. 31, 2026. This follows steady momentum across its Term Life and investment businesses. As of Sept. 30, 2025, it had more than $967 billion of Term Life face amount in force and an expanding fee-based investment platform. The company continues to generate reliable capital that supports long-term growth and returns for shareholders.
As of the third quarter, PRI still had about $73.9 million remaining under its prior repurchase authorization. During the quarter alone, it bought back 480,272 shares for $129 million and paid $34 million in dividends. While these actions reinforce management’s commitment to shareholder value, the stock’s 1.62% dividend yield remains below the industry average of 3.27%.
Liquidity remains solid, with $644.9 million in cash and cash equivalents at quarter-end, but leverage is elevated. PRI’s total debt-to-capital ratio of 44.4% stands well above the industry’s 14.5% average. Operating cash flow also softened slightly, down 4.8% to $562.9 million over the first nine months of 2025. Even so, performance is being supported by a stable block of in-force Term Life policies and improving sales trends and asset values in the ISP segment.
Third-quarter 2025 adjusted operating earnings per share came in strong at $6.33, up 11% year over year, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 14.7%. New Term Life products in New York and enhanced agent training initiatives are expected to lift productivity further, reinforcing Primerica’s capacity to pursue shareholder-friendly actions.
How Did Other Companies Fare?
Lincoln National Corporation LNC reported adjusted EPS of $2.04, which surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 10.9%. However, the bottom line fell 1% year over year. Higher net investment income, stable mortality results and a decline in expenses contributed to the upside. Nevertheless, the positives were partly offset by a decline in LNC’sinsurance premiums of Annuities.
The Hartford Insurance Group, Inc. HIG reported third-quarter 2025 adjusted operating earnings of $3.78 per share, which surpassed the consensus estimate by 20.8%. The bottom line climbed 49% year over year. HIG’s results were aided by increased earned premiums and investment income, solid segmental performance, improved loss ratios and reduced catastrophe losses.
Primerica’s Price Performance, Valuation and Estimates
Shares of Primerica have lost 1.9% year to date against the industry’s growth of 1.1%.
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From a valuation standpoint, PRI trades at a forward price-to-earnings ratio of 10.95X, higher than the industry average. Primerica carries a Value Score of B.
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for PRI’s 2025 and 2026 earnings implies 11.7% and 6.9% increases year over year, respectively.
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The stock currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
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