Why These 15 Insurance Stocks Are Skyrocketing So Far In 2025

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7. Arthur J. Gallagher & Co (NYSE:AJG)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders In Q4 2024: 77

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co (NYSE:AJG) is an insurance brokerage, risk management, and consulting services company.

The stock is up significantly so far in 2025 as AJG reported adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $2.51 for Q4 2024. This exceeded analysts’ expectations of $2.06 by 22.3%. Revenue for the quarter was $2.68 billion, up 12% year-over-year, though slightly below the forecast of $2.71 billion.

Moreover, the adjusted EBITDA margin expanded by 145 basis points to 31.4%. The company also completed several acquisitions this year. The acquisition of Assured Partners for $12.45 billion is expected to close in Q1 2025.

On top of all that, AJG announced a dividend increase to $0.65 starting on the 21st of March.

The consensus price target of $307 implies 5.62% downside.

AJG is up 14.69% year-to-date.

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