Underwriting First, Dividends Second: Why RLI's Discipline Finally Earned A Buy Rating [Seeking Alpha]
RLI Corp. (DE) (RLI)
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Underwriting discipline remains the core of the thesis, with RLI prioritizing margin over growth across niche property and surety lines. Dividend growth remains well supported with a 10% increase in 2025, a $2 special dividend, and a payout ratio below 20%. I upgrade RLI to a cautious 'BUY' as underwriting consistency, balance sheet strength, and a pullback to 2.8x book offer a more attractive entry point despite a premium valuation. Dilok Klaisataporn/iStock via Getty Images RLI Corp. ( RLI ) is a dividend aristocrat within the insurance sector - one of the more “boring” industries that's not particularly beloved by investors. Despite the sector's lack of glamour, there are hidden gems that This article was written by Analyst's Disclosure: I/we have no stock, option or similar derivative position in any of the companies mentioned, and no plans to initiate any such positions within the next 72 hours. I wrote this article myself, and it expresses my own opinions. I am no
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- RLI (NYSE:RLI) was downgraded by analysts at Zacks Research from a "hold" rating to a "strong sell" rating.MarketBeat
- RLI (NYSE:RLI) was given a new $58.00 price target on by analysts at Truist Financial Corporation.MarketBeat
- RLI (NYSE:RLI) had its "market perform" rating reaffirmed by analysts at Citizens Jmp.MarketBeat
- RLI (NYSE:RLI) was given a new $59.00 price target on by analysts at Wells Fargo & Company.MarketBeat
- RLI (NYSE:RLI) was upgraded by analysts at Jefferies Financial Group Inc. from an "underperform" rating to a "hold" rating.MarketBeat
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Earnings
- 1/21/26 - Beat
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Sec Filings
- 1/23/26 - Form 8-K
- 1/23/26 - Form 4
- 1/23/26 - Form 4
- RLI's page on the SEC website