Verisk Analytics Stock Price, News & Analysis

Argus, a Verisk business, conducted a study analyzing 12.4 billion consumer transactions, revealing the pandemic's significant impact on spending patterns. The research showed a 16% drop in consumer spending in March 2020 and a 38% decline in April 2020. Recovery began in May, with essential spending rebounding faster than non-essential. High-risk consumers are recovering their non-essential spending quicker than expected. The study indicates that full recovery may not be achieved until early 2023, emphasizing the importance of understanding consumer behavior for lenders and policymakers.

Scepter announces a strategic collaboration with Atmospheric and Environmental Research (AER), a Verisk business, to enhance real-time air pollution monitoring. This partnership aligns with the ongoing COP26 summit, aiming to address climate challenges through advanced satellite technology. Scepter's CEO emphasizes AER's role in accelerating their methane detection system development, co-crafted with a Fortune 10 energy firm. The collaboration aims to deploy satellites and various sensors for accurate air quality assessments, highlighting the increasing demand for reliable environmental monitoring solutions amidst growing net-zero targets from major corporations.

Wood Mackenzie and Ball Corporation have partnered to enhance analytics for the energy sector. This collaboration combines Wood Mackenzie's extensive in-field monitoring network with Ball Aerospace's satellite data analytics. The aim is to deliver a near real-time overview of natural resources, responding to increasing customer demand for frequent data insights. By leveraging their respective expertise, they plan to create advanced datasets and analytics products to better serve their clientele.

Verisk and APCIA report a strong recovery for U.S. property/casualty insurers in H1 2021, with net income soaring to $37.5 billion, up from $24.3 billion in H1 2020. The annualized return on policyholders' surplus increased to 7.9%. Premium growth was notable, with earned premiums rising 5.3% to $329.1 billion. However, losses also climbed 6.9% to $229 billion. Despite challenges like climate change and rising claims, the industry benefits from an economic rebound and rising premiums.

Verisk (Nasdaq:VRSK) and EagleView Technology Corporation have settled a long-standing patent dispute that began in 2015. This settlement features a new long-term commercial agreement aimed at fostering innovation and enhancing the claims adjudication process for customers. Key outcomes include a commitment to joint innovation, the resolution of all legal disputes, and affirmation of the validity of EagleView's patents. This strategic alliance will provide integrated access to EagleView's technology within Verisk's Xactware platform, signaling a positive trajectory for both companies and their client offerings.

Verisk (Nasdaq: VRSK) has launched a new cloud-based version of its ISO Electronic Rating Content (ERC), designed to enhance speed and efficiency for commercial lines insurers. This upgrade enables insurers to access updated loss costs, rules, and coverage easily through smart APIs. Key features include Rating-as-a-Service, human-readable content for business analysts, and machine-readable content for rating engines. The ERC solution aims to accelerate market readiness and streamline insurers' operations.

Verisk (Nasdaq:VRSK) has partnered with Rainbow International to enhance customer experience through a new claims management workflow. This collaboration utilizes Verisk's property ecosystem, which includes advanced technologies like artificial intelligence for damage assessment and streamlined service management. The initiative aims to improve operational efficiency and reduce restoration project timelines, promising better customer interaction and improved claims processing. This transformation marks a significant evolution in restoration services, potentially benefiting clients and operational costs.

Verisk (Nasdaq: VRSK) has acquired Data Driven Safety, a public record data aggregation firm specializing in driver risk assessment, to enhance its auto insurance analytics. This acquisition expands Verisk’s data capabilities, allowing insurers to better assess risk and improve customer experiences. With access to extensive driver risk records, Verisk aims to provide insurers with cost-effective solutions for underwriting. The transaction is expected to advance digital transformation strategies in the insurance sector, promoting public safety by incentivizing safe driving.

Verisk (Nasdaq:VRSK) reported consolidated revenues of $759.0 million for Q3 2021, marking an 8.0% increase. Net income rose 8.6% to $201.7 million. Adjusted EBITDA was $378.8 million, up 3.5%. Diluted EPS increased 10.7% to $1.24, with diluted adjusted EPS up 9.1% to $1.44. Operating cash flow surged 37.7% to $285.2 million. The company paid out a cash dividend of 29 cents per share and repurchased $150 million of shares in Q3. The management plans potential portfolio changes within the next two to three quarters.