Hiscox Ltd (LON:HSX)
London · Delayed Price · Currency is GBP · Price in GBX | Market Cap | 5.96B +27.7% |
| Revenue (ttm) | 3.10B +4.8% |
| Net Income | 483.05M +7.6% |
| EPS | 1.43 +11.3% |
| Shares Out | 319.37M |
| PE Ratio | 12.92 |
| Forward PE | 13.03 |
| Dividend | 0.37 (1.99%) |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Aug 13, 2026 |
| Volume | 764,408 |
| Open | 1,847.00 |
| Previous Close | 1,852.00 |
| Day's Range | 1,835.00 - 1,867.00 |
| 52-Week Range | 1,288.00 - 1,952.00 |
| Beta | 0.37 |
| Analysts | Buy |
| Price Target | 1,994.60 (+6.83%) |
| Est. Earnings | Nov 2, 2026 |
About Hiscox
Hiscox Ltd, through its subsidiaries, provides insurance and reinsurance services in the United Kingdom, Europe, the United States, and internationally. It operates through Hiscox Retail, Hiscox London Market, and Hiscox Re segments. The company offers commercial insurance, such as emerging professions, media and tech, and small business insurance; and personal lines, including high-value homes and fine art, as well as artwork, antiques, classic cars, jewelry, collectables, and other assets through brokers, partners, and direct-to-consumers. It... [Read more]
Financial Performance
In 2025, Hiscox's revenue was $4.02 billion, an increase of 5.67% compared to the previous year's $3.81 billion. Earnings were $604.10 million, a decrease of -3.68%.
Financial numbers in USD Financial StatementsAnalyst Summary
According to 14 analysts, the average rating for HSX stock is "Buy." The 12-month stock price target is 1,995p, which is an increase of 6.83% from the latest price.
News
Hiscox H1 Earnings Call Highlights
Hiscox LON: HSX reported higher first-half premium income, underwriting profit and shareholder returns, while raising its 2026 retail growth outlook as the insurer highlighted continued momentum in it...
Hiscox Earnings Call Transcript: H1 2026
Premiums grew 10% with a 30% rise in insurance service result and a 90% combined ratio. Retail led growth, with upgraded 2026 guidance to 9% and double-digit growth targeted for 2028. Capital strength enabled a 17% interim dividend increase and ongoing share buybacks.
Hiscox Quarterly report: H1 2026
Hiscox has published its H1 2026 quarterly earnings report on August 5, 2026.
Hiscox Slides: H1 2026
Hiscox has posted slides in relation to its H1 2026 quarterly earnings report, which was published on August 5, 2026.
Hiscox price target raised to 2,050 GBp from 1,800 GBp at JPMorgan
JPMorgan raised the firm’s price target on Hiscox (HCXLF) to 2,050 GBp from 1,800 GBp and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares.
Hiscox downgraded to Add from Buy at Peel Hunt
Peel Hunt downgraded Hiscox (HCXLF) to Add from Buy with a 1,960 GBp price target
Hiscox price target raised to 1,800 GBp from 1,700 GBp at Morgan Stanley
Morgan Stanley analyst Daniel Wilson-Omordia raised the firm’s price target on Hiscox (HCXLF) to 1,800 GBp from 1,700 GBp and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares. Published first on…
Shares in Hiscox jump after media report on potential bid for insurer
Shares in Hiscox spiked as much as 15.3% on Friday, after an Insurance Post report said Canada-based Intact Financial Corp was exploring a potential bid for the British insurer.
Hiscox price target raised to 1,850 GBp from 1,710 GBp at RBC Capital
RBC Capital raised the firm’s price target on Hiscox (HCXLF) to 1,850 GBp from 1,710 GBp and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares.
Hiscox Earnings Call Transcript: Q1 2026
ICWP grew 10.2% to $1.7B, led by retail and selective big ticket growth. Retail premiums rose 8% with strong U.K. and U.S. momentum, while Hiscox Re saw 7.1% ICWP growth amid rate declines. Investment result was $34.1M, and the outlook for 2026 remains positive.
Hiscox Earnings release: Q1 2026
Hiscox released its Q1 2026 earnings on May 7, 2026, summarizing the period's financial results.
British insurer Hiscox grows premiums by 10.2% on strong retail demand
British insurer Hiscox reported a 10.2% rise in first-quarter insurance contract written premiums on Thursday, driven by robust growth in its retail insurance business.
Hiscox price target raised to 1,800 GBp from 1,600 GBp at JPMorgan
JPMorgan raised the firm’s price target on Hiscox (HCXLF) to 1,800 GBp from 1,600 GBp and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares.
Exclusive: Hiscox manager faces Greek perjury charge over extradition case
A manager at London-listed insurer Hiscox faces a criminal charge of providing false testimony during an attempted extradition of a former colleague from Greece to Bermuda, court proceedings and filin...
Hiscox price target raised to 1,611 GBp from 1,430 GBp at Citi
Citi raised the firm’s price target on Hiscox (HCXLF) to 1,611 GBp from 1,430 GBp and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares.
Hiscox price target raised to 1,710 GBp from 1,600 GBp at RBC Capital
RBC Capital raised the firm’s price target on Hiscox (HCXLF) to 1,710 GBp from 1,600 GBp and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares.
Hiscox Earnings Call Transcript: H2 2025
Record profits and underwriting results were achieved in 2025, with strong growth across all segments, robust capital generation, and significant returns to shareholders. Retail growth is set to accelerate further, supported by innovation and efficiency gains.
Hiscox Annual report: H2 2025
Hiscox has published its H2 2025 annual report on February 25, 2026.
Hiscox Annual report: H2 2025
Hiscox has published its H2 2025 annual report on February 25, 2026.
Hiscox Slides: H2 2025
Hiscox has posted slides in relation to its H2 2025 quarterly earnings report, which was published on February 25, 2026.
Forget Gen Z and Millennials — the over-50s ‘Silver Spenders' are powering investment opportunities, including these stocks
Investors are highlighting the growing influence and spending power of the over-50s. So-called "Silver Spenders" are taking greater control over their wealth and assets, seeking out advice on tax, inv...
Hiscox price target raised to 1,600 GBp from 1,500 GBp at JPMorgan
JPMorgan analyst Kamran Hossain raised the firm’s price target on Hiscox (HCXLF) to 1,600 GBp from 1,500 GBp and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares.
Hiscox downgraded to Underperform from Buy at Jefferies
Jefferies analyst Derald Goh downgraded Hiscox (HCXLF) to Underperform from Buy with a price target of 1,068 GBp, down from 1,500 GBp. The firm says the company’s business is “under-earning”…
Hiscox price target raised to 1,500 GBp from 1,400 GBp at JPMorgan
JPMorgan analyst Kamran Hossain raised the firm’s price target on Hiscox (HCXLF) to 1,500 GBp from 1,400 GBp and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares.
Hiscox Earnings Call Transcript: Q3 2025
ICWP grew 5.9% year-over-year, with all segments contributing and retail on track for 6%+ constant currency growth. Strong capital generation supports a 20% dividend increase, while innovation and disciplined underwriting drive growth despite rate softening in some markets.