VRSK Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
VRSK - Verisk Analytics, Inc. Common Stock
$187.50
-0.18 (-0.10%)
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5d:
+3.21%
30d:
-2.94%
90d:
+9.27%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 29, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: VRSK shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite oversold pricing.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: VRSK shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite oversold pricing.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$303.95
Based on 8.4% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$188.73
0.7% Margin of Safety
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 23.4x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: VRSK is currently trading at $187.50, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $183.21 to $202.19. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 21.6) is in line with its historical norms (23.4). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 2.6% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, VRSK is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $189.95. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: VRSK scores 75/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $237.71 (+26.8%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, VRSK is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $189.95. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: VRSK scores 75/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $237.71 (+26.8%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$183.21 -
$202.19
Company Quality Score
64/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
90.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 26.8% below Wall St target ($237.71)
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 75/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$183.21 -
$202.19
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$174.44
Resistance Level
$189.95
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
21.56
Wall Street Target
$237.71
(+26.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
4.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-3.4%
Profit Margin
28.2%
Valuation Discount vs History
-2.6% cheaper
PE vs Historical
21.6 vs 23.4
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-2.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$182.62
(-3%)
2-Year Target
$177.88
(-5%)
3-Year Target
$173.25
(-8%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 22→23)
$188.03
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.6, Growth: 12.8%)
$269.18
(+44%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.1, Growth: 12.8%)
$250.57
(+34%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.1, Growth: 12.8%)
$212.98
(+14%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (29x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (22x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 28.65 | Current EPS (TTM): $6.55
Bull Case
$274.10
(+46%)
Analyst growth 32.8%, PE expands to 31.5
Base Case
$249.18
(+33%)
Market implied 32.8%, PE stable at 28.7
Bear Case
$127.62
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 24.4
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 21.6 to 23.4
Stabilization Target:
$203.49
(+8.5%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+8.5%
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Last updated: August 23, 2026 5:08 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
1
Buys
2
Sells
Net
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