Progressive

Chubb

Travelers

Aflac

MetLife

Allstate

Prudential Financial

Hartford Financial Services Group

Arch Capital

iShares U.S. Insurance ETF

IAK tracks a market-cap index of US insurance companies.

The iShares U.S. Insurance ETF benefits from Trumpflation and banking deregulation, boosting short-term fixed-income returns on reserve portfolios. IAK's 18x PE ratio is reasonable compared to the broader U.S. market's 30x. IAK's multiple is driven primarily by a high-growth pick to which it is heavily indexed. On the increment, insurance looks to be a good area to stay invested within given the macro setup. But if rates fall more, the multiple may not be sustainable.

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A slew of solid earnings from leading players in the insurance industry adds to the strength of the space.

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If you're interested in broad exposure to the Financials - Insurance segment of the equity market, look no further than the iShares U.S. Insurance ETF (IAK), a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on 05/01/2006.

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I reiterate a buy rating on the iShares U.S. Insurance ETF due to strong momentum, solid valuation, and significant returns since early 2023. Key risks include moderating premium inflation, higher claims from natural disasters, increased commuting, and potential regulatory crackdowns on insurer profits. IAK offers diversified exposure to US insurance companies, with a compelling PEG ratio, low expense ratio, and strong seasonal performance in October-November.

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IAK remains a buy due to strong earnings and profit margins of top holdings, favorable valuation, and potential market correction protection. Top holdings of Progressive, Chubb, and AIG show promising earnings, global industry growth, and attractive valuations compared to overvalued tech companies. Market valuation indicates potential correction, making IAK and peer funds like an "insurance" policy against market drop, with low correlation to broader market.

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The decent earnings reports have helped the sector to survive the market rout seen last month.

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IAK is a buy due to its long-term track record of performance and relatively low correlation to the market overall, as measured by beta value. The insurance industry, particularly in the Asia Pacific region, is expecting solid growth. Several of IAK's top holdings are uniquely positioned to take advantage of this growth. While insurance companies maintain thin profit margins, they are also highly regulated with capital requirements.

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The iShares U.S. Insurance ETF provides exposure to US insurance stocks, with an especially large exposure to P&C insurance. The expense ratio of IAK is only slightly higher than the average for US insurance stock ETFs, and the PE is in line with long-term market levels. The growth in electric vehicles and car sophistication is expected to drive growth in automotive insurance as repair costs secularly rise, giving pricing power in automotive insurance.

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Continuing its momentum from the last year, the insurance industry is poised for a robust 2024. Look into ETFs to capitalize on the industry's optimistic outlook.

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The iShares U.S. Insurance ETF is a concentrated portfolio with top holdings in major insurance companies like Progressive, Chubb, AIG, Aflac, and MetLife. IAK primarily invests in the Property & Casualty Insurance sector, making up 67.12% of its holdings. Investing in the insurance sector provides exposure to a stable industry, the potential for high returns, and inflation hedging, but comes with risks of defaults, regulatory changes, and exposure to catastrophic events.

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Rising rate worries have been prevalent in the United States as the U.S. economy is recovering steadily and the inflation remains sticky.

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IAK covers insurance companies in the US, benefiting secularly from improving demographics and more uniquely now from higher fixed income rates. The confluence of factors that benefit both fixed income and equity markets helps the asset management businesses within insurance companies. Moreover, these benefits come with limited risks to the operational side.

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With the Fed slowing down the pace of rate hike and expectations of a pause in further hikes coupled with mixed results of the leading players in the industry, insurance ETFs struggled to find a footing over the last month.

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iShares U.S. Insurance ETF focuses on United States insurance companies, primarily those centered on property & casualty insurance. IAK could profit in the medium term amid high inflation as well in the long term from technological collaborations.

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