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About Hiscox
Hiscox Ltd is a global insurance company headquartered in Bermuda. It specializes in providing a range of insurance products, including property, casualty, and specialty insurance for businesses and individuals. The company operates through multiple segments such as Hiscox Retail, Hiscox London Market, Hiscox Re & ILS, and Hiscox USA, catering to diverse insurance needs across different regions. Founded in 1901, Hiscox has expanded its geographic footprint with a presence in countries across Europe, the United States, and Asia. The company is known for its strategic focus on niche insurance markets, leveraging deep sector knowledge and a commitment to tailored customer service to maintain competitive strength.
Ticker
£HSX
Sector
Primary listing
LSE
Employees
3,000
Headquarters
Pembroke, Bermuda
Website
Hiscox Metrics
BasicAdvanced
£4.6B
10.85
£1.27
0.59
£0.33
2.38%
Price and volume
Market cap
£4.6B
Beta
0.59
52-week high
£14.42
52-week low
£9.81
Average daily volume
1.1M
Dividend rate
£0.33
Financial strength
Current ratio
7.106
Quick ratio
2.439
Long term debt to equity
22.495
Total debt to equity
22.975
Dividend payout ratio (TTM)
23.68%
Interest coverage (TTM)
12.94%
Profitability
EBITDA (TTM)
551.558
Gross margin (TTM)
23.32%
Net profit margin (TTM)
15.16%
Operating margin (TTM)
18.75%
Effective tax rate (TTM)
12.25%
Revenue per employee (TTM)
£976,530
Management effectiveness
Return on assets (TTM)
3.89%
Return on equity (TTM)
16.60%
Valuation
Price to earnings (TTM)
10.851
Price to revenue (TTM)
1.6
Price to book
1.22
Price to tangible book (TTM)
1.33
Price to free cash flow (TTM)
479.456
Free cash flow yield (TTM)
0.21%
Free cash flow per share (TTM)
0.029
Dividend yield (TTM)
2.38%
Growth
Revenue change (TTM)
3.87%
Earnings per share change (TTM)
-16.15%
3-year revenue growth (CAGR)
11.06%
10-year revenue growth (CAGR)
7.03%
3-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
78.59%
10-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
5.11%
3-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
8.17%
10-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
2.59%
What the Analysts think about Hiscox
Analyst ratings (Buy, Hold, Sell) for Hiscox stock.
Bulls say / Bears say
Hiscox posted a 6.2% increase in net insurance premiums for the first half of 2025, supported by strong retail growth, highlighting solid demand across its main business lines. (Reuters)
Hiscox shares surged 9.4%, topping the FTSE 100, after reporting premium growth in the first half, showing investor optimism in its underwriting strategy and growth outlook. (Reuters)
Hiscox’s appointment of Peter Clarke as chairman and announcement of a $200 million efficiency program beginning in 2028 indicate improved governance and a plan for sustainable cost reductions. (Reuters)
Data summarised monthly by Lightyear AI. Last updated on 30 Sept 2025.
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FAQs
What’s the current market cap for Hiscox stock?
Hiscox (HSX) has a market cap of £4.6B as of October 16, 2025.
What is the P/E ratio for Hiscox stock?
The price to earnings (P/E) ratio for Hiscox (HSX) stock is 10.85 as of October 16, 2025.
Does Hiscox stock pay dividends?
Yes, the Hiscox (HSX) stock pays dividends to shareholders. As of October 16, 2025, the dividend rate is £0.3293 and the yield is 2.38%. Hiscox has a payout ratio of 23.68% 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 0.59. 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.