Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd is experiencing slight downward movement amidst recent company developments.
This week, Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd (FFH.TO) has seen a decline of 2.42%, closing at C$2284.00. Despite a positive monthly performance of 3.02%, year-to-date, the stock is down 11.44%. Recent headlines highlight the company's partnership in the BlackNorth Initiative, aimed at fostering educational opportunities.
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Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd
FFH.TO
FFH.TO
Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$48.04B
P/E
8.2x
Div. yield
0.65%
Div. / share
$15.00
52W high
$2678.15
52W low
$2066.16
1W change
+1.42%
Beta
0.45
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering FFH
Wall Street analysts forecast FFH stock price to rise 13.7% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
Moderately BullishBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$2630.81
+13.7% Upside
Current Price
C$2313.21
Last close
Analyst ratings and price targets are updated periodically. Not financial advice.
Wealth Awesome Price Forecast
WA ModelStatistical 90-day price range based on FFH's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
23.1%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
24.3%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
+11.2%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$2407.93
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1ฯ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$2344.36 | C$2165.08 โ C$2538.49 |
| 60 trading days | C$2375.94 | C$2123.11 โ C$2658.87 |
| 90 trading days | C$2407.93 | C$2097.98 โ C$2763.68 |
Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ยฑ1ฯ, 95% band = ยฑ2ฯ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.
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Investor takeaway: Investors should consider Fairfax's stable fundamentals amidst recent price fluctuations, particularly its low P/E ratio, strong profit margins, and solid return on equity, which could indicate potential for long-term growth despite recent volatility.
C$2284.00 - Last Close
Fairfax Financial's stock is trading 2.8% below its 200-day moving average, suggesting a potential bearish outlook in the near term.
Bull case
Fairfax Financial has a market cap of C$47.8 billion and a relatively low beta of 0.45, making it less volatile compared to the broader market. Its strong fundamentals, including a profit margin of 11.7% and a return on equity of 17.2%, indicate resilience and the potential for recovery.
Bear case
Despite its strong fundamentals, the stock's year-to-date decline of 11.44% could raise concerns about market sentiment. Additionally, trading below its 200-day moving average may suggest a bearish trend in the short term.
Price Action Overview
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This week, Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd (FFH.TO) has experienced a decline of 2.42%, closing at C$2284.00. The stock's performance reflects a continuing trend of volatility, with a year-to-date drop of 11.44%. Despite a positive monthly return of 3.02%, the recent price action indicates a cautious sentiment among investors.
Recent Company News
Fairfax Financial has recently partnered with Northbridge Financial as founding partners of the BlackNorth Initiative's Vanguard Scholars program. This initiative aims to provide educational opportunities and support for underrepresented groups in Canada, potentially enhancing the company's community engagement and public image.
Technical Picture
From a technical perspective, Fairfax is currently trading at C$2284.00, which is 0.6% above its 50-day moving average of C$2270.56 but 2.8% below its 200-day moving average of C$2349.36. The stock has a 52-week range of C$2066.16 to C$2678.15, indicating it is currently at 36% of its range. The latest trading volume was 9,186 shares, significantly below the 20-day average volume of 74,392 shares, reflecting lower market activity.
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