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Why Verisk stock went up yesterday

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Verisk Analytics Inc saw a notable increase in its stock price, reflecting positive sentiment among investors.

Verisk Analytics Inc (NASDAQ:VRSK) experienced a significant uptick in its stock price, closing at CA$175.49, which represents a 4.04% gain from the previous session. This rise can be attributed to renewed investor interest and favorable market conditions.

Investor takeaway: The increase in Verisk's stock price suggests that investors are optimistic about the company's long-term prospects, despite some underlying concerns about growth and profitability.

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Verisk Analytics Inc

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VRSK.US

Verisk Analytics Inc

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↓ $3.29 (-1.84%)
120 day period
$156.00$184.29$212.58Apr 20Jul 16Oct 8

Market cap

$22.84B

P/E

27.0x

Div. yield

1.13%

Div. / share

$1.90

52W high

$243.24

52W low

$155.10

1W change

+4.22%

Beta

0.69

Analyst Price Targets

Based on 19 analysts covering VRSK · as of Oct 9, 2026

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Wall Street analysts forecast VRSK stock price to rise 32.4% over the next 12 months.

Consensus

Buy

3.95 / 5.00

Avg. Target

C$232.41

+32.4% Upside

Previously C$234.76 on Oct 5, 2026

Current Price

C$175.49

Last close

Analyst Breakdown (19 analysts)

Strong Buy 7
Buy 4
Hold 8
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Targets are snapshotted when they change. Unchanged figures keep their original date. Not financial advice.

Wealth Awesome Price Forecast

WA Model

Statistical 90-day price range based on VRSK's historical volatility

HistoricalForecast68%95%
C$96.40C$126.30C$156.21C$186.11C$216.02C$245.93TodayJun 2Aug 6Oct 8Nov 20Jan 3Feb 15

30-Day Vol

36.7%

Annualized

90-Day Vol

36.5%

Annualized

Trend (90d)

-36.5%

Annualized drift

90d Mean

C$154.04

Expected price

HorizonExpected68% Range (1σ)
30 trading daysC$168.03C$148.06 – C$190.69
60 trading daysC$160.88C$134.52 – C$192.40
90 trading daysC$154.04C$123.72 – C$191.78

Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ±1σ, 95% band = ±2σ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.

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4.04% Increase in Stock Price

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Verisk's stock price rose to CA$175.49, reflecting a positive market response and renewed interest from investors.

Bull case

Verisk holds a strong position in the insurance data sector, and its subscription-based revenue model offers a solid foundation for future growth. Analysts have set a consensus price target of CA$232.41, suggesting a potential upside of 34.2%.

Bear case

Despite the recent gain, Verisk's historical revenue growth has been modest at 1.7% annually over the last five years. This raises concerns about its ability to sustain momentum in a competitive landscape.

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Published: October 9, 2026
Last Updated: October 9, 2026

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