Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited (FAXRF) Stock

About Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited

Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited operates as a globally diversified conglomerate, primarily engaged in property and casualty insurance, reinsurance, and extensive investment management activities. Its operations span the United States, Canada, Asia, and various other international regions. The company's business model is segmented into three core areas: an Insurance and Reinsurance division, a Run-off segment, and a portfolio of Non-Insurance Companies. Within its robust insurance offerings, Fairfax provides protection against a wide array of property losses, covering incidents such as fire, explosions, earthquakes, windstorms, floods, boiler malfunctions, machinery breakdowns, and structural defects. It also underwrites policies for automotive, commercial and personal property, and agricultural crop insurance. The firm further extends its coverage to include essential policies such as workers' compensation, employer's liability, accident and health benefits, medical malpractice, professional indemnity, and comprehensive umbrella liability. Specialized insurance lines encompass marine, aerospace, and surety bond risks, alongside various other bespoke liabilities and a comprehensive suite of reinsurance products. Beyond its financial services foundation, Fairfax boasts a varied collection of non-insurance assets. These holdings include retail operations that merchandise goods ranging from home improvement supplies, toys, and baby products to golf equipment, athletic apparel, home décor, and fine tableware. The company also strategically invests in other retail ventures and owns and manages holiday resort properties. Furthermore, its diverse portfolio encompasses integrated travel and related financial services, the sourcing and distribution of staple food commodities (like pulses), the creation and dissemination of entertainment content, pet medical insurance and associated database services, and various media and marketing solutions. Established in 1951, the corporation originally traded under the name Markel Financial Holdings Limited, before officially changing to Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited in 1987. Its corporate headquarters are situated in Toronto, Canada.

Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited is headquartered in CA.

Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited (FAXRF) stock trades at $13.50 with a market capitalization of $294.49M. The stock is valued at a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 8.08, price-to-book of 1.34, price-to-sales of 1.07. Over the past 52 weeks the stock has ranged between $12.67 and $13.68, and currently trades 1.3% below its 52-week high. It pays a dividend yielding 4.00%.

On profitability, Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited generates a return on equity (ROE) of 16.94%, above the typical market range of roughly 12-15%, return on capital employed of 6.29%, an operating margin of 19.16%, a net profit margin of 13.57%.

Official website: www.fairfax.ca