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The Panic-Proof Portfolio (Stockchase Research) HCI Group, Inc. HCI-N TOP PICK Aug 05, 2025

Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly

HCI, based in Florida, provides property and casualty insurance.  Analysts expect to see earnings up over 6% when reported this week.  Previously reported premiums were up 24% on the year.  It trades at 14x earnings, under 3x book and supports a ROE of 28%.  Cash reserves are growing, while debt is retired and shares bought back.  We recommend setting a stop-loss at $100, looking to achieve $181 -- upside potential of 28%.  Yield 1.1%  

(Analysts’ price target is $202.50)
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Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly

HCI is a property and casualty insurance company based in Florida.  Its recent earnings showed a 17% beat in a EPS of analyst expectations and a 23% growth in margins over the year.  It trades at 14x earnings, under 3x book and supports a 28% ROE.  Cash reserves are growing, while debt is retired and shares bought back.  We recommend setting a stop-loss at $120, looking to achieve $180 -- upside potential of 28%.  Yield 1.1%

(Analysts’ price target is $202.50)