Is Wall Street Bullish or Bearish on Assurant Stock?

Assurant, Inc. (AIZ), headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, is a leading global provider of risk management solutions in the housing and lifestyle markets. The company focuses on protecting where people live and the goods they buy, operating across the Americas, Indo-Pacific, and Europe with a market cap of $11.4 billion.

Despite its strong presence in the market, Assurant has faced challenges in terms of stock performance. Over the past year, AIZ stock has lagged behind the broader market, with a YTD gain of 6.4% and a 71 bps increase over the past 52 weeks. In comparison, the S&P 500 Index has seen gains of 12.3% in 2025 and 11% over the past year.

Looking at the sector-focused Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLF), Assurant has also underperformed with only 6.9% gains in 2025 and a 3% uptick over the past 52 weeks.

However, there is hope for Assurant as the company recently released its solid Q3 results on Nov. 4, which led to a 1.7% increase in stock prices. The company demonstrated disciplined execution and growth across its businesses, resulting in an 8.9% year-over-year increase in revenue to $3.2 billion. Additionally, the adjusted EPS soared by 91% to $5.73, surpassing analyst expectations.

Analysts are optimistic about Assurant’s future, with expectations of delivering an adjusted EPS of $19.39 for the full fiscal year 2025, marking a 16.5% increase from the previous year. The company has a history of surpassing earnings estimates, adding to investor confidence.

With a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” from nine analysts covering AIZ stock, including five “Strong Buys,” one “Moderate Buy,” and three “Holds,” there is a positive outlook for the company. Keefe, Bruyette & Woods analyst Tommy McJoynt recently maintained an “Outperform” rating on AIZ and raised the price target to $254.

The mean price target of $253.67 represents an 11.8% premium to current levels, while the street-high target of $265 suggests a 16.8% upside potential. Investors should keep an eye on Assurant as it continues to navigate the market and deliver on its growth strategies.

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