Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited (FAXRF)
Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited operates in the Insurance - Property & Casualty industry of the Financial Services sector, headquartered in Toronto, ON, CA. The stock last traded at $13.50, up 0.00% on the session, giving a market capitalisation of $294.5M. On trailing twelve-month figures it carries a trailing P/E of 0.10, a net margin of 12.4%. Its beta of 0.79 implies it has historically moved less than the broad market.
Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited operates as a globally diversified conglomerate, primarily engaged in property and casualty insurance, reinsurance, and extensive investment management activities. Its operations span the United States, Canada, Asia, and various other international regions. The company's business model is segmented into three core areas: an Insurance and Reinsurance division, a Run-off segment, and a portfolio of Non-Insurance Companies. Within its robust insurance offerings, Fairfax provides protection against a wide array of property losses, covering incidents such as fire, explosions, earthquakes, windstorms, floods, boiler malfunctions, machinery breakdowns, and structural defects. It also underwrites policies for automotive, commercial and personal property, and agricultural crop insurance. The firm further extends its coverage to include essential policies such as workers' compensation, employer's liability, accident and health benefits, medical malpractice, professional indemnity, and comprehensive umbrella liability. Specialized insurance lines encompass marine, aerospace, and surety bond risks, alongside various other bespoke liabilities and a comprehensive suite of reinsurance products. Beyond its financial services foundation, Fairfax boasts a varied collection of non-insurance assets. These holdings include retail operations that merchandise goods ranging from home improvement supplies, toys, and baby products to golf equipment, athletic apparel, home décor, and fine tableware. The company also strategically invests in other retail ventures and owns and manages holiday resort properties. Furthermore, its diverse portfolio encompasses integrated travel and related financial services, the sourcing and distribution of staple food commodities (like pulses), the creation and dissemination of entertainment content, pet medical insurance and associated database services, and various media and marketing solutions. Established in 1951, the corporation originally traded under the name Markel Financial Holdings Limited, before officially changing to Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited in 1987. Its corporate headquarters are situated in Toronto, Canada.
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