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Fairfax Financial (FFH.TO)

2,321.53

-5.27 (0.23%)

as of Jul 16, 2026, 2:20:51 pm Market Open.

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Jul 16, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 23 opinions in the last 12 months.

Fairfax Financial (FFH-T) is viewed as a well-managed company with a solid earnings history, but it currently faces a slightly downward trend and a perceived lack of momentum. Experts are mixed on the stock's valuation, with some considering it reasonably priced at around 8-9x earnings while noting that it no longer offers a significant discount compared to peers. The consensus indicates that while the company has improved its operating income and underwriting capabilities, optimism around future growth has waned, making the stock seem more like 'dead money' for the short term. However, positive long-term potential exists, particularly with ongoing improvements in their underwriting operations and strategic portfolio moves, lending some hope for future value creation despite a lack of immediate catalysts. Experts recommend holding for the long term but suggest exploring other investment opportunities in the interim.

Consensus

Hold

Valuation

Fair Value

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BUY

Thinks it can break through the technical barrier of $240.

SELL

Sold out because there are more risks than rewards. Pretty fully valued. The up side might be 10%, but the down side could be 70%.

DON'T BUY

They have always had a lack of transparency. Somewhat inherent in the business. Have to understand before you buy.

TOP PICK

Trading below book value. Believes it is turning around its problem businesses in the US. Conservatively managed. No longer have a liquidity problem.

DON'T BUY

Still has some accounting controversy surrounding it. Prefers others.

DON'T BUY

At full fair market value. Good company.

WEAK BUY

Good management. Pulled it through some rough times. Look for good organic growth. Sees better opportunities with others that have a better track record.

SELL

Over priced now. Had a good run.

DON'T BUY

On a roller coaster ride.It might be time to take a pause.The casualty insurance cycle should start to do better as the economy recovers.Higher interest rates would also be positive.

DON'T BUY

Has had a nice recovery from its bottom.Not a favorite.Its cheap compared to the book value.The history has been that they make money on the bond portfolio.Not confident of the bond market.

DON'T BUY

Insurance companies are a large black box, and you don't know whats going on inside.Too difficult to analyze.Would prefer a life insurance Company.

DON'T BUY

Not a fan of these types of insurance like Kingsway and Fairfax.

PAST TOP PICK

Was a top pick on Feb 21. Sold. Not sure of future earnings.

DON'T BUY

Hard to evaluate their balance sheet. Very complicated.

WEAK BUY

Their problems with consolidation of insurance seems to be behind them now. Have been prudent with their investments. Caution.

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