Verisk Analytics Inc (VRSK) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
Verisk Analytics Inc stock (VRSK) is currently trading at $185.05. Verisk Analytics Inc PE ratio is 30.05. Verisk Analytics Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 8.83. Analyst consensus price target for VRSK is $230.00. WallStSmart rates VRSK as Hold.
- VRSK PE ratio analysis and historical PE chart
- VRSK PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) history and trend
- VRSK intrinsic value — DCF, Graham Number, EPV models
- VRSK stock price prediction 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
- VRSK fair value vs current price
- VRSK insider transactions and insider buying
- Is VRSK undervalued or overvalued?
- Verisk Analytics Inc financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
- VRSK Piotroski F-Score and Altman Z-Score
- VRSK analyst price target and Smart Rating
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VRSK Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors
Benjamin Graham Formula · Verisk Analytics Inc (VRSK)
VRSK trades 92% above its Graham fair value of $90.72, indicating the stock may be overvalued at current levels.
Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.
Smart Analysis
Verisk Analytics Inc (VRSK) · 10 metrics scored
Smart Score
Category Performance
WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.
Investment Thesis
Strong fundamentals in market cap, return on equity, operating margin. Concerns around price/sales and price/book. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.
Verisk Analytics Inc (VRSK) Key Strengths (5)
Every $100 of shareholder equity generates $44 in profit
Keeps $44 of every $100 in revenue after operating costs
Keeps $30 of every $100 in revenue as net profit
97.83% of shares held by major funds and institutions
Large-cap company with substantial market presence
Verisk Analytics Inc (VRSK) Areas to Watch (5)
Very expensive at 8.8x annual revenue
Very expensive at 90.1x book value
Earnings barely growing at 4.50%
Modest revenue growth at 5.90%
Growth is fairly priced, not cheap, not expensive
Supporting Valuation Data
Verisk Analytics Inc (VRSK) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 61/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C+ grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 5 register as strengths (avg 9.8/10) while 5 fall into concern territory (avg 3.2/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 43.80%, Operating Margin at 44.00%, Profit Margin at 29.60%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are Price/Sales, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (1.96), Price/Sales (8.83), Price/Book (90.06) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 5.90%, EPS Growth at 4.50%, which may limit upside.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Price/Sales improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 43.80% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 5.90% needing to reaccelerate.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. Strengths and concerns are roughly balanced. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Return on Equity, Operating Margin) and negatives (Price/Sales, Price/Book). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.
Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.
VRSK Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart
Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue
VRSK's Price-to-Sales ratio of 8.83x sits near its historical average of 7.71x (66th percentile), suggesting the market is pricing in steady-state growth. The current valuation is 42% below its historical high of 15.26x set in Aug 2023, and 145% above its historical low of 3.6x in Aug 2010. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has compressed from ~14.2x as trailing revenue scaled faster than the stock price.
WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis
Data-driven financial summary for Verisk Analytics Inc (VRSK) · INDUSTRIALS › CONSULTING SERVICES
The Big Picture
Verisk Analytics Inc is a mature, profitable business with steady cash generation. Revenue reached 3.1B with 6% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 29.6%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.
Key Findings
ROE of 43.8% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.
Profit margin of 29.6% and operating margin of 44.0% demonstrate strong pricing power and operational efficiency.
What to Watch Next
Sector dynamics: monitor CONSULTING SERVICES industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Verisk Analytics Inc.
Bottom Line
Verisk Analytics Inc is a well-established business delivering consistent profitability with 29.6% margins. The growth phase may be slowing, but strong cash generation and operational efficiency make it suitable for investors seeking reliability over excitement.
This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
Insider Transactions(38 last 3 months)
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
MANN, ELIZABETH Chief Financial Officer | Sell | -400 |
Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings
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About Verisk Analytics Inc(VRSK)
NASDAQ
INDUSTRIALS
CONSULTING SERVICES
USA
Verisk Analytics, Inc. is an American data analytics and risk assessment firm based in Jersey City, New Jersey, with customers in insurance, natural resources, financial services, government, and risk management sectors. The company uses proprietary data sets and industry expertise to provide predictive analytics and decision support consultations in areas including fraud prevention, actuarial science, insurance coverage, fire protection, catastrophe and weather risk, and data management.