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About Hiscox
Hiscox Ltd, listed on the London Stock Exchange with ticker symbol HSX, specializes in insurance and reinsurance services across a global scale, providing coverage in key markets such as Bermuda, the United States, the United Kingdom, Guernsey, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1901, the company has grown to offer a wide range of insurance products including property, marine, energy, and specialty lines, catering to both personal and business needs. Hiscox is renowned for its underwriting expertise and its commitment to providing tailored insurance solutions, serving as a trusted partner for risk management.
Ticker
£HSX
Sector
Primary listing
LSE
Industry
Insurance
Headquarters
Pembroke, Bermuda
Employees
3,000
ISIN
BMG4593F1389
Website
Hiscox Metrics
BasicAdvanced
£4.2B
9.72
£1.30
0.58
£0.32
2.56%
Price and volume
Market cap
£4.2B
Beta
0.58
52-week high
£13.60
52-week low
£10.08
Average daily volume
1.2M
Dividend rate
£0.32
Financial strength
Current ratio
14.945
Quick ratio
3.008
Long term debt to equity
19.594
Total debt to equity
17.982
Dividend payout ratio (TTM)
20.25%
Interest coverage (TTM)
14.11%
Profitability
EBITDA (TTM)
589.469
Gross margin (TTM)
23.91%
Net profit margin (TTM)
16.47%
Operating margin (TTM)
19.68%
Effective tax rate (TTM)
8.49%
Revenue per employee (TTM)
£924,110
Management effectiveness
Return on assets (TTM)
4.20%
Return on equity (TTM)
17.95%
Valuation
Price to earnings (TTM)
9.723
Price to revenue (TTM)
1.556
Price to book
1.16
Price to tangible book (TTM)
1.26
Price to free cash flow (TTM)
78.71
Free cash flow yield (TTM)
1.27%
Free cash flow per share (TTM)
16.01%
Dividend yield (TTM)
2.56%
Growth
Revenue change (TTM)
2.94%
Earnings per share change (TTM)
-11.61%
3-year revenue growth (CAGR)
8.01%
10-year revenue growth (CAGR)
8.13%
3-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
48.22%
10-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
6.86%
3-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
7.70%
10-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
3.02%
What the Analysts think about Hiscox
Analyst ratings (Buy, Hold, Sell) for Hiscox stock.
Bulls say / Bears say
Hiscox reported record full-year profits of $685.4 million, a 9.5% increase from 2023, and announced a $175 million share buyback, indicating strong financial health and commitment to shareholder returns. (TradingView News)
The company appointed Peter Clarke, former CEO of Man Group, as its new chairman, bringing extensive financial leadership experience that could drive strategic growth. (Reuters)
Hiscox's partnership with Google to develop an AI model for automating underwriting processes positions the company at the forefront of technological innovation in the insurance industry. (Markets Insider)
Despite a 7% rise in pre-tax profits to $283.5 million in H1 2024, Hiscox fell short of the expected $290 million, indicating potential challenges in meeting market expectations. (Reuters)
The company's U.S. digital business experienced slower growth due to variable partnership momentum, which could impact future revenue streams. (Reuters)
Hiscox reserved $28 million for the Baltimore bridge collapse in March, highlighting exposure to significant claims from unforeseen events. (Reuters)
Data summarised monthly by Lightyear AI. Last updated on 7 Jun 2025.
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Hiscox Earnings Performance
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FAQs
What’s the current market cap for Hiscox stock?
Hiscox (HSX) has a market cap of £4.2B as of July 01, 2025.
What is the P/E ratio for Hiscox stock?
The price to earnings (P/E) ratio for Hiscox (HSX) stock is 9.72 as of July 01, 2025.
Does Hiscox stock pay dividends?
Yes, the Hiscox (HSX) stock pays dividends to shareholders. As of July 01, 2025, the dividend rate is £0.3228 and the yield is 2.56%. Hiscox has a payout ratio of 20.25% on a trailing twelve-month basis.
When is the next Hiscox dividend payment date?
The next Hiscox (HSX) dividend payment date is unconfirmed.
What is the beta indicator for Hiscox?
Hiscox (HSX) has a beta rating of 0.58. This means that it is less volatile than the market, on average. A beta of 1 would indicate the stock moves in-line with the market, while a beta of 0.5 would mean it moves half as much as the market.