About Markel Group Inc
- Industry: Insurance
- Exchange: NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE, INC.
- Country: US
- Website: https://www.markel.com/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the 52-week range for MKL?
The 52-week high is $2207.59 and the 52-week low is $1704.17.
What is the P/E ratio for MKL?
The Price to Earnings (P/E) ratio is 9.37.
What is the dividend yield for MKL?
This company does not currently pay a dividend or the data is unavailable.
What is the Return on Equity (ROE)?
The trailing twelve months (TTM) Return on Equity is 12.39%.
What is the Net Profit Margin?
The Net Profit Margin (TTM) is 13.77%.
What is the Price to Book (P/B) Ratio?
The annual Price to Book ratio stands at 1.46.
Analyst Recommendation Trends
Wall Street analyst consensus for MKL over the last few months:
Latest MKL News
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Markel Group (MKL) Names Two Leaders For Marine Transportation Unit
Markel Group (NYSE:MKL) has expanded its Marine Transportation business with new leadership appointments at Markel Insurance. Dean Johnson has been named head of Transport Logistics within the Marine Transportation unit. Rhys O'Neill has been appointed head of Marine Liability for the same newly created business segment. These leadership moves in Marine Transportation only tell part of the Markel Group story for investors today. We have also flagged 1 major warning sign for Markel...
Arcadian Risk Capital Expands into Excess Casualty in the US With the Appointment of Matthew Mullen
HAMILTON, Bermuda, September 22, 2026--Arcadian Risk Capital ("Arcadian"), a rapidly growing specialty managing general agent ("MGA") with operations in Bermuda, Ireland, the United Kingdom, and the United States, today announced the appointment of Matthew Mullen as Executive Vice President. Matthew will lead Arcadian’s expansion into the U.S. Enterprise Casualty market. In support of the launch, Arcadian has secured multi-year underwriting capacity for the new business.
Is Markel the New Berkshire Hathaway Blueprint for Value Investors Post-Buffett?
Warren Buffett's exit from Berkshire Hathaway reignited a debate value investors have circled for years: whether one smaller insurer running the same three-engine compounding model can fill the void, and whether its recent struggles make it a trap or an opportunity.
Markel International appoints Nick Rugg to Head of Financial Institutions & Fintech - PFR & Cyber, International
Markel Insurance, the insurance operation within Markel Group Inc. (NYSE: MKL), today announced the appointment of Nick Rugg as Head of Financial Institutions & Fintech – PFR & Cyber within its London-based specialty insurance operation, with immediate effect.
Markel Is Built Like a Smaller Berkshire Hathaway. Its Stock Sits 18% Below Its 52-Week High.
Markel doesn't hide its aspiration to be the next Berkshire Hathaway, but is the current drawdown a buying opportunity?
Markel International bolsters leadership in new Marine Transportation business with two key appointments
Markel Insurance, the insurance operation within Markel Group Inc. (NYSE: MKL), today announced the appointment of Dean Johnson to Head of Transport & Logistics (T&L), and Rhys O'Neill as Head of Marine Liability.
Winners And Losers Of Q2: Markel Group (NYSE:MKL) Vs The Rest Of The Property & Casualty Insurance Stocks
Let’s dig into the relative performance of Markel Group (NYSE:MKL) and its peers as we unravel the now-completed Q2 property & casualty insurance earnings season.
Markel Taps California's Workers' Compensation Market With Midwest
MKL expands its California workers' compensation reach through the Midwest, targeting small businesses while emphasizing disciplined risk selection.
Markel Chairman Steve Markel to Retire and Will Be Succeeded by Tom Gayner
Markel Group Inc. (NYSE: MKL) today announced that Steve Markel, Chairman of the Board of Directors, informed the Board on Thursday, September 3, 2026 that after more than 50 years of distinguished service to Markel, he will retire as Chairman and will not seek re-election to the Board at Markel's 2027 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. Effective today, the Board has appointed Chief Executive Officer Tom Gayner to the additional role of Chairman, succeeding Mr. Markel. Michael O'Reilly, Markel Boar
Markel Group Chairman Steve Markel Retires, Effective Sept. 3; CEO Tom Gayner Appointed To Additional Role Of Chairman, Effective Immediately
Markel Group Inc. (NYSE:MKL) today announced that Steve Markel, Chairman of the Board of Directors, informed the Board on Thursday, September 3, 2026 that after more than 50 years of distinguished service to Markel, he
Markel announces collaboration with Midwest General Insurance Agency to expand small business workers compensation offering in California
Markel, the insurance operations within Markel Group Inc. (NYSE: MKL), announced today a strategic collaboration with Midwest General Insurance Agency, LLC ("Midwest"), a subsidiary of Acrisure, to expand its workers compensation insurance offerings in California. Midwest is a full-service general insurance agency specializing in the small workers compensation sector and offers online quoting that is fast, simple, and easy for its trusted agency partners.
Markel Group (MKL) Holds Its A+ Rating As An Undervalued Narrative Sticks
Markel Group (MKL) is back in focus after AM Best reaffirmed its A+ Financial Strength Rating and "aa-" Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating for Lloyd's Syndicate 3000, along with a stable outlook and increased 2026 capacity. Despite AM Best’s reaffirmation and Markel Insurance’s support for rare disease trials, Markel Group’s recent share price performance has been mixed, with a 1-day share price return of 1.48% and a year-to-date share price return down 13.49%, while the 5-year total shareholder...
AM Best Affirms Credit Ratings of Lloyd’s Syndicate 3000
LONDON, September 03, 2026--AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A+ (Superior) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating (Long-Term ICR) of "aa-" (Superior) of Lloyd’s Syndicate 3000 (Syndicate 3000) (United Kingdom). The outlook of these Credit Ratings (ratings) is stable.
Markel launches rare disease trial travel reimbursement scheme
Rare disease recruitment remains a significant challenge facing drug developers globally.
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Recent Insider Transactions
| Date | Name | Shares Changed | Price | Value |
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| 2026-07-15 | Crowley Andrew G. | +7 | $1730.49 | $12,113 |
| 2026-06-30 | Crowley Andrew G. | +3 | $1617.19 | $4,852 |
| 2026-06-30 | Costanzo Brian J. | +2 | $1617.19 | $3,234 |
| 2026-06-15 | Housel Morgan E. | +66 | $1668.65 | $110,131 |
| 2026-06-15 | Besca Mark | +81 | $1668.65 | $135,161 |
| 2026-06-15 | Cunningham Lawrence A | +33 | $1668.65 | $55,065 |
| 2026-06-15 | Leopold Diane | +66 | $1668.65 | $110,131 |
| 2026-06-15 | Puckett A. Lynne | +66 | $1668.65 | $110,131 |
| 2026-06-15 | Morrison Harold Lawrence Jr. | +33 | $1668.65 | $55,065 |
| 2026-06-15 | OREILLY MICHAEL | +90 | $1668.65 | $150,179 |
| 2026-06-15 | MICHAEL JONATHAN E | +66 | $1668.65 | $110,131 |
| 2026-05-22 | Harris Greta J | -27 | $1848.83 | $49,918 |
| 2026-05-22 | Harris Greta J | -14 | $1847.36 | $25,863 |
| 2026-05-22 | Harris Greta J | -35 | $1846.12 | $64,614 |
| 2026-05-20 | Housel Morgan E. | +89 | - | - |
| 2026-05-20 | Harris Greta J | +89 | - | - |
| 2026-05-20 | Besca Mark | +89 | - | - |
| 2026-05-20 | Cunningham Lawrence A | +89 | - | - |
| 2026-05-20 | Leopold Diane | +89 | - | - |
| 2026-05-20 | Puckett A. Lynne | +89 | - | - |
| 2026-05-20 | Morrison Harold Lawrence Jr. | +89 | - | - |
| 2026-05-20 | OREILLY MICHAEL | +89 | - | - |
| 2026-05-20 | MICHAEL JONATHAN E | +89 | - | - |
| 2026-05-15 | Crowley Andrew G. | +60 | $1659.6 | $99,576 |
| 2026-05-15 | Crowley Andrew G. | -75 | $1844 | $138,300 |
| 2026-05-15 | Costanzo Brian J. | +30 | $1659.6 | $49,788 |
| 2026-05-15 | Costanzo Brian J. | -13 | $1844 | $23,972 |
| 2026-05-15 | Grinnan Richard Randolph | -116 | $1844 | $213,904 |
| 2026-05-15 | GAYNER THOMAS SINNICKSON | -482 | $1844 | $888,808 |
| 2026-05-07 | Leopold Diane | +50 | $1789.19 | $89,460 |
| 2026-05-06 | Leopold Diane | +100 | $1792.61 | $179,261 |
| 2026-05-01 | Puckett A. Lynne | +57 | $1795.53 | $102,345 |
| 2026-03-31 | Crowley Andrew G. | +9 | $1626.96 | $14,643 |
| 2026-03-31 | Costanzo Brian J. | +2 | $1626.96 | $3,254 |
| 2026-02-26 | Wilson Simon | -100 | $2079.4849 | $207,948 |
| 2026-02-24 | Wilson Simon | +868 | - | - |
| 2026-02-24 | Grandis Meade P. | +70 | - | - |
| 2026-02-24 | Crowley Andrew G. | +830 | - | - |
| 2026-02-24 | Costanzo Brian J. | +655 | - | - |
| 2026-02-24 | Grinnan Richard Randolph | +801 | - | - |
| 2026-02-24 | GAYNER THOMAS SINNICKSON | +4,484 | - | - |
| 2026-02-17 | Wilson Simon | -47 | $2084.46 | $97,970 |
| 2025-12-31 | Costanzo Brian J. | +2 | $1602.62 | $3,205 |
| 2025-12-11 | MARKEL STEVEN A | -120 | $2129.98 | $255,598 |
| 2025-12-11 | MARKEL STEVEN A | -10 | $2128 | $21,280 |
| 2025-12-11 | MARKEL STEVEN A | -190 | $2127.26 | $404,179 |
| 2025-12-11 | MARKEL STEVEN A | -75 | $2126 | $159,450 |
| 2025-12-11 | MARKEL STEVEN A | -32 | $2125 | $68,000 |
| 2025-12-11 | MARKEL STEVEN A | -10 | $2123.05 | $21,231 |
| 2025-12-11 | MARKEL STEVEN A | -173 | $2121.69 | $367,052 |
| 2025-12-11 | MARKEL STEVEN A | -51 | $2120.65 | $108,153 |
| 2025-12-11 | MARKEL STEVEN A | -24 | $2118.37 | $50,841 |
| 2025-12-11 | MARKEL STEVEN A | -201 | $2117.37 | $425,591 |
| 2025-12-11 | MARKEL STEVEN A | -100 | $2116.18 | $211,618 |
| 2025-12-11 | MARKEL STEVEN A | -120 | $2114.99 | $253,799 |
| 2025-12-11 | MARKEL STEVEN A | -40 | $2112.03 | $84,481 |
| 2025-12-11 | MARKEL STEVEN A | -70 | $2108.27 | $147,579 |
| 2025-12-11 | MARKEL STEVEN A | -50 | $2103.55 | $105,178 |
| 2025-12-11 | MARKEL STEVEN A | -64 | $2100 | $134,400 |
| 2025-12-02 | Wilson Simon | -94 | $2060.83 | $193,718 |
| 2025-12-02 | Crowley Andrew G. | -65 | $2060.83 | $133,954 |
| 2025-12-02 | Costanzo Brian J. | -22 | $2060.83 | $45,338 |
| 2025-12-02 | Heaton Michael R | -217 | $2060.83 | $447,200 |
| 2025-12-02 | Grinnan Richard Randolph | -138 | $2060.83 | $284,395 |
| 2025-12-02 | GAYNER THOMAS SINNICKSON | -37 | $2060.83 | $76,251 |
| 2025-11-28 | MARKEL STEVEN A | -100 | $2100 | $210,000 |
| 2025-11-26 | MARKEL STEVEN A | -70 | $2100 | $147,000 |
| 2025-11-25 | Wilson Simon | -75 | $2072.94 | $155,471 |
| 2025-11-17 | MARKEL STEVEN A | -500 | - | - |