Intact Financial Corporation's stock has seen a slight uptick this week, amidst ongoing developments in its operational landscape.
Intact Financial Corporation (IFC.TO) has experienced a modest price increase of 0.27% on Wednesday, closing at C$295.50. However, the stock is down 2.04% over the past week. This performance comes in the context of various company news regarding ongoing recovery efforts and upcoming earnings announcements.
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Intact Financial Corporation
IFC.TO
IFC.TO
Intact Financial Corporation
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$45.41B
P/E
14.3x
Div. yield
2.18%
Div. / share
$5.60
52W high
$305.52
52W low
$241.32
1W change
-4.43%
Beta
0.28
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering IFC
Wall Street analysts forecast IFC stock price to rise 27.0% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
BullishBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$326.23
+27.0% Upside
Current Price
C$256.87
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 IFC's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
25.3%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
24.6%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
-25.8%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$234.25
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1ฯ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$249.10 | C$228.29 โ C$271.81 |
| 60 trading days | C$241.56 | C$213.52 โ C$273.28 |
| 90 trading days | C$234.25 | C$201.40 โ C$272.47 |
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 keep an eye on Intact's upcoming earnings report and the company's commitment to supporting wildfire recovery efforts, which could influence future performance.
Intact Financial Corporation's stock is down 2.04% this week.
With a market cap of approximately C$52.45 billion and a P/E ratio of 15.79, Intact remains a significant player in the Canadian financial sector.
Bull case
Intact's strong fundamentals, including a profit margin of 13.1% and a return on equity (ROE) of 17.2%, indicate that it is well-positioned for growth in the financial sector.
Bear case
Despite its solid fundamentals, the recent decline in stock price and lower trading volume compared to average levels may reflect cautious sentiment among investors.
Recent Price Action
Intact Financial Corporation's stock has seen a slight increase of 0.27% on Wednesday, closing at C$295.50. Over the past week, the stock has decreased by 2.04%. Year-to-date, the stock has gained 4.04%, while it has increased 6.77% over the past month.
Company News
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Recent news from Intact includes its ongoing support for wildfire recovery in Kingston, where it has reported that 75% of claims have been closed one year after the disaster. Additionally, the company has announced it will release its second-quarter results on July 28, 2026, followed by an earnings conference call the next day. There was also a recent update regarding the company's estimates for catastrophe and large losses in the second quarter.
Technical Picture
From a technical standpoint, Intact's stock is currently trading above its 50-day moving average of C$276.22 by 7.0% and above its 200-day moving average of C$268.42 by 10.1%. The stock has a 52-week range of C$241.32 to C$304.49, indicating it is currently trading at 86% of its range. The stock has a beta of 0.29, suggesting lower volatility compared to the broader market. However, recent trading volume has been notably lower, with the latest volume at 93,724 shares, compared to the 20-day average of 458,340 shares, indicating a volume ratio of 0.48x.
Insider Activity
No recent insider activity has been reported for Intact Financial Corporation.
Price Action Summary
As of the last close, Intact Financial Corporation's stock is priced at C$295.50, reflecting a 1-day change of +0.27%.
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