Verisk Analytics Stock Price, News & Analysis

Verisk (Nasdaq: VRSK) announced it will report its financial results for Q4 FY 2022 on February 28, 2023, post-market close. The financial details will be accessible on Verisk's investor website. A live audio webcast for discussing these results is scheduled for March 1, 2023, at 8:30 a.m. ET, available through the investor website or via dial-in numbers for U.S./Canada and international participants. A replay will be accessible for 30 days following the event. Verisk offers data-driven solutions in the insurance and energy sectors, focused on enhancing operational efficiency and decision-making regarding global issues.

Branch, a personal lines insurer, is enhancing customer experiences by integrating Verisk's data analytics into its insurance offerings. This collaboration allows Branch to deliver quick, bundled auto and homeowners quotes with minimal consumer input, leveraging Verisk's LightSpeed platform. The partnership aims to improve conversion rates and customer satisfaction, notably enabling mortgage providers to embed insurance quotes within their services. With operations across 36 states, Branch focuses on profitable growth and streamlined workflows, positioning itself as a disruptor in the insurance market.

Verisk (Nasdaq: VRSK) has launched two innovative weather solutions, Hail Impact Energy and Tornado Probability, to assist insurance professionals in assessing the impact of severe weather events. These tools provide real-time data, updated every 5 to 10 minutes, enabling better resource deployment and claims forecasting after hailstorms and tornadoes. Hail Impact Energy measures the energy of hail impact, while Tornado Probability offers precise predictions based on advanced radar technology. These features will be showcased at the upcoming Elevate conference on February 7-8, 2023.

New integration enhances efficiency for insurers

Verisk has integrated FilingRamp software with its Mozart Form Composer, allowing insurers to streamline form filings with regulators. This integration enables an end-to-end solution for creating, managing, and submitting policy forms, improving efficiency and reducing compliance risks. Insurers can file forms through the NAIC's SERFF system, significantly reducing processing time. As a result, insurers can focus on strategic initiatives, accelerating product launches while ensuring quality control.

Verisk (Nasdaq: VRSK) announced the resignation of Mark V. Anquillare as President and Chief Operating Officer, effective January 15, 2023. Anquillare, a 30-year veteran of the company, played a significant role in expanding the firm's insurance vertical and aligning enterprise risk management. CEO Lee M. Shavel will take on Anquillare's responsibilities while continuing as CEO. Verisk emphasizes its leadership team's capability in advancing strategic priorities in the global insurance industry.

Verisk's LightSpeed® for Homeowners is empowering Openly, an emerging homeowners insurance provider, by enhancing its data-driven approach. This partnership improves the quoting process for independent agents, utilizing real-time rating and underwriting data. Openly is focused on expanding into new states while maintaining profitable growth. The collaboration aims to optimize risk assessment and pricing through extensive data insights, including loss history and property conditions. This initiative signifies a transformative shift in how insurance is sold, addressing current market challenges.

Verisk (Nasdaq: VRSK) has been recognized as a Great Place to Work for the seventh consecutive year in the U.S. and earned certifications in the UK, Spain, Poland, and India. The accolade is based on an employee engagement survey where 78% of respondents affirm it is a great workplace, surpassing the 57% average for U.S. companies. CEO Lee Shavel highlights a culture focused on inclusivity and career development, supported by various training programs. The Great Place to Work designation reflects ongoing commitment to employee satisfaction.