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AXIS Capital Holdings Limited
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Axis Capital (AXS) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?
AXIS Capital targets growth in specialty insurance and reinsurance while boosting investment income and shareholder returns.
PEMBROKE, Bermuda, May 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AXIS Capital Holdings Limited ("AXIS Capital" or the “Company”) (NYSE: AXS) today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.44 per common share payable on July 15, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business on June 30, 2026.
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AXIS Capital Holdings common stock remains unappealing due to persistent underperformance versus peers and modest forward growth expectations. AXS.PR.E preferred shares offer a 6.99% yield, are investment grade, and appear undervalued relative to both company debt and sector peers. Strong dividend coverage, stable capital structure, and recent $300M share repurchase authorization enhance preferred dividend safety and investor confidence.
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AXS beats Q1 estimates as underwriting income climbs and premiums grow, offsetting weaker investment income and higher expenses.
AXIS Capital Holdings Limited (AXS) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
While the top- and bottom-line numbers for Axis Capital (AXS) give a sense of how the business performed in the quarter ended March 2026, it could be worth looking at how some of its key metrics compare to Wall Street estimates and year-ago values.
Axis Capital (AXS) came out with quarterly earnings of $3.42 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3.23 per share. This compares to earnings of $3.17 per share a year ago.
For the first quarter of 2026, the Company reports: Annualized return on average common equity ("ROACE") of 17. 0% and annualized operating ROACE of 17. 7% Combined ratio of 89. 8% Underwriting income of $187 million, an increase of $24 million, or 15%, compared to the first quarter of 2025 Book value per diluted common share of $78.
For the first quarter of 2026 , the Company reports:
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Axis Capital (AXS) possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.
AXIS Capital rides on premium growth and disciplined underwriting to steady gains, with specialty lines and pricing strength shaping its path ahead.
Axis Capital (AXS) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.
Axis Capital TodayAXSAxis Capital$99.83 -0.21 (-0.21%) As of 02:45 PM Eastern This is a fair market value price provided by Massive. Learn more.52-Week Range$88.07▼$110.34Dividend Yield1.76%P/E Ratio8.06Price Target$122.80Add to WatchlistAxis Capital NYSE: AXS is not a household name—unless you insure against cyber, marine, aviation, political, or professional risks.
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Elevate Capital Advisors LLC lifted its stake in Axis Capital Holdings Limited (NYSE: AXS) by 24.0% in the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 26,795 shares of the insurance provider's stock after acquiring an additional 5,194 shares during
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Axis Capital (AXS) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects. This might drive the stock higher in the near term.
SG Americas Securities LLC grew its position in shares of Axis Capital Holdings Limited (NYSE: AXS) by 212.1% during the fourth quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 18,944 shares of the insurance provider's stock after purchasing an additional 12,874 shares during the period.
Empirical Financial Services LLC d.b.a. Empirical Wealth Management raised its position in Axis Capital Holdings Limited (NYSE: AXS) by 103.3% in the undefined quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 12,884 shares of the insurance provider's stock after purchasing an additional 6,548 shares during
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PEMBROKE, Bermuda, March 31, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AXIS Capital Holdings Limited (“AXIS Capital” or the “Company”) (NYSE: AXS) today announced that it expects to release financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026 on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 after the close of the financial markets.
AXIS Capital gains from a well-performing specialty insurance, reinsurance, and accident and health portfolio.
PEMBROKE, Bermuda, March 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AXIS Capital Holdings Limited (“AXIS Capital” or “AXIS” or the “Company”) (NYSE: AXS) today announced that Matthew Kirk has assumed the role of Chief Financial Officer at AXIS, effective March 31, 2026, completing a planned leadership transition, which was first announced on August 14, 2025. Mr. Kirk reports directly to AXIS President and CEO Vince Tizzio, serves on the Company's Executive Committee, and is based in New York.
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ArrowMark Colorado Holdings LLC trimmed its holdings in shares of Axis Capital Holdings Limited (NYSE: AXS) by 18.2% in the third quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 148,000 shares of the insurance provider's stock after selling 33,000 shares during the quarter. ArrowMark Colorado
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Fieldview Capital Management LLC purchased a new stake in Axis Capital Holdings Limited (NYSE: AXS) in the third quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund purchased 5,912 shares of the insurance provider's stock, valued at approximately $566,000. Several other hedge funds have
Dynamic Technology Lab Private Ltd acquired a new stake in Axis Capital Holdings Limited (NYSE: AXS) during the third quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm acquired 11,670 shares of the insurance provider's stock, valued at approximately $1,118,000. A number of other institutional investors
