Mercury Insurance
About: Mercury General Corp is an insurance holding company. It is engaged in writing personal automobile insurance and provides related property and casualty insurance products. The Company offers the following types of automobile coverage: collision, property damage, bodily injury ("BI"), comprehensive, personal injury protection ("PIP"), underinsured and uninsured motorist, and other hazards. The Company offers the following types of homeowners coverage: dwelling, liability, personal property, and other coverages.
Employees: 4,200
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Funds holding %
of 7,296 funds
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Analysts bullish %
Fund manager confidence
Based on 2025 Q1 regulatory disclosures by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)
167% more call options, than puts
Call options by funds: $45.3M | Put options by funds: $17M
7.16% more ownership
Funds ownership: 43.4% [Q4 2024] → 50.56% (+7.16%) [Q1 2025]
0% more funds holding in top 10
Funds holding in top 10: 2 [Q4 2024] → 2 (+0) [Q1 2025]
2% less capital invested
Capital invested by funds: $1.6B [Q4 2024] → $1.57B (-$31.8M) [Q1 2025]
11% less funds holding
Funds holding: 283 [Q4 2024] → 253 (-30) [Q1 2025]
16% less repeat investments, than reductions
Existing positions increased: 76 | Existing positions reduced: 91
34% less first-time investments, than exits
New positions opened: 50 | Existing positions closed: 76
Research analyst outlook
We haven’t received any recent analyst ratings for MCY.
Financial journalist opinion
Based on 8 articles about MCY published over the past 30 days
Neutral
PRNewsWire
3 days ago
Mercury Insurance Offers DIY Gift Suggestions for Dad's Special Day
All Gift Ideas Are Available Through Amazon for Less Than $50 LOS ANGELES , June 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Father's Day is just around the corner, and many are still searching for a gift that shows Dad just how much he means to them. To help take the guesswork out of gift shopping, Mercury Insurance has curated a list of thoughtful and practical DIY-friendly gifts — all available on Amazon for less than $50.
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PRNewsWire
4 days ago
Mercury Insurance Builds Climate Science Team to Tackle the Impact of Extreme Weather Events
Steve Bennett Will Lead a Team of Experts Focusing on How Risk Mitigation Can Positively Influence Property and Casualty Insurance in Areas Prone to Catastrophic Events LOS ANGELES , June 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercury Insurance (NYSE: MCY), a leading provider of property and casualty insurance, has appointed Steve Bennett as its Senior Director of Climate and Catastrophe Science. In this new position, Bennett will build and lead a team dedicated to helping identify ways Mercury and its policyholders can work together to better prepare for — and be more resilient — in the face of increasingly severe climate-driven weather events.
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Zacks Investment Research
1 week ago
Why Is Mercury General (MCY) Up 12% Since Last Earnings Report?
Mercury General (MCY) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?
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PRNewsWire
1 week ago
Mercury Insurance Marks National Homeownership Month with Resources to Help Protect What Matters Most
Company Highlights Tools, Tips and Coverage Guidance to Support Homeowners Nationwide LOS ANGELES , June 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of National Homeownership Month, Mercury Insurance is reaffirming its commitment to helping homeowners safeguard their most valuable investment — their homes. For more than 60 years, Mercury has provided millions of homeowners across the United States with affordable coverage and trusted advice.
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PRNewsWire
2 weeks ago
California's Insurance Gap: What Homeowners Need to Know
Thousands of California Homeowners Are Underinsured LOS ANGELES , May 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The devastation caused by January's Pacific Palisades and Altadena wildfires served as powerful reminders of how crucial it is for homeowners to have adequate insurance coverage. In addition to the emotional toll of losing a home, the financial burden can be overwhelming — particularly for those who discover their coverage falls short.
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PRNewsWire
2 weeks ago
Mercury Insurance Partners with iHeartRadio to Honor San Diego's Community Heroes
Company Unveils Musical Homage to San Diego Through Mural by World Renowned Artist, Nigel Sussman, at North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre LOS ANGELES , May 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercury Insurance has long been a champion for everyday heroes — those unsung individuals who make our communities stronger, through their unselfish and "above and beyond" contributions that make San Diego great. Mercury is recognizing these amazing members of the community through its Community Rockstars program in partnership with iHeart and North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre (NICUA) in San Diego.
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PRNewsWire
3 weeks ago
Mercury Insurance and LA Kings Celebrate Ordinary People with Extraordinary Impact
Hockeywood Wall of Fame Inductees Feted at Kings Season Finale LOS ANGELES , May 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- "Not all heroes wear capes" is a time-honored cliché for a reason — the sentiment rests in truth. Mercury Insurance and the Los Angeles Kings honored 13 of these everyday heroes over the course of the 2024-25 season with a spot in the Mercury Insurance Hockeywood Wall of Fame.
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PRNewsWire
3 weeks ago
Mercury Insurance Teams Up with Insurance Institute for Business & Home (IBHS) Safety to Promote Wildfire Preparedness
Homeowners in wildfire-prone areas can earn insurance discounts through IBHS certification program LOS ANGELES , May 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Wildfires are posing ever-increasing threats to communities around the country and Mercury Insurance is partnering with the Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety (IBHS) to help homeowners act before disaster strikes. Through this collaboration, Mercury policyholders in wildfire-susceptible areas may qualify for a discount on their premiums by participating in the IBHS Wildfire Prepared Home certification program.
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PRNewsWire
1 month ago
Mercury Insurance Details the Top Factors That Could Affect Your Car Insurance Rates
Driving Record, Age and Vehicle Type Are Major Considerations LOS ANGELES , May 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Prices for just about everything are on the rise these days, and unfortunately, that includes car insurance. Now more than ever, consumers are looking for ways to lower their auto insurance premiums.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
1 month ago
Mercury General: Rebuilding Its Capital Quickly After LA Wildfires
I remain bullish on Mercury General due to consistent underwriting profits and regulatory tailwinds driving double-digit rate increases. MCY has rebuilt its capital base faster than expected, with strong combined ratios in personal auto and homeowners sectors. Despite wildfire impacts, 1Q 2025 earnings showed a 10% y/y growth in net premiums and a 25% increase in investment income.
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