Recent Analysts’ Ratings Changes for Stewart Information Services (STC)

by · The Cerbat Gem

Stewart Information Services (NYSE: STC) recently received a number of ratings updates from brokerages and research firms:

  • 7/27/2026 – Stewart Information Services was downgraded by Zacks Research from “hold” to “strong sell”.
  • 7/27/2026 – Stewart Information Services was downgraded by Keefe, Bruyette & Woods from “outperform” to “market perform”. They now have a $71.00 price target on the stock, down from $77.00.
  • 7/25/2026 – Stewart Information Services was downgraded by Wall Street Zen from “buy” to “hold”.
  • 7/21/2026 – Stewart Information Services is now covered by Benchmark Co.. They set a “buy” rating and a $87.00 price target on the stock.
  • 6/25/2026 – Stewart Information Services had its price target lowered by Keefe, Bruyette & Woods from $81.00 to $77.00. They now have an “outperform” rating on the stock.

Stewart Information Services Announces Dividend

The business also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Tuesday, June 30th. Shareholders of record on Monday, June 15th were issued a $0.525 dividend. This represents a $2.10 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 3.2%. The ex-dividend date was Monday, June 15th. Stewart Information Services’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is presently 46.05%.

Insider Buying and Selling

In related news, Director C Allen Bradley, Jr. purchased 1,000 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction on Monday, June 1st. The stock was purchased at an average cost of $63.87 per share, with a total value of $63,870.00. Following the completion of the purchase, the director owned 25,034 shares in the company, valued at approximately $1,598,921.58. This trade represents a 4.16% increase in their position. The acquisition was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through this link. Insiders own 2.94% of the company’s stock.

Stewart Information Services Corporation (NYSE: STC) is a publicly traded provider of title insurance and real estate transaction services. The company underwrites title insurance policies for residential and commercial properties, offering lenders and property owners protection against title defects and liens. Beyond title insurance, Stewart delivers a range of ancillary services, including closing and escrow administration, property valuation, and risk mitigation solutions designed to streamline the mortgage process and reduce operational complexity for clients.

In addition to core title and settlement services, Stewart offers technology-driven products aimed at enhancing transparency and efficiency in real estate transactions.

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