American International Group (NYSE:AIG – Get Free Report) had its price target increased by Wells Fargo & Company from $85.00 to $87.00 in a report released on Friday,Benzinga reports. The brokerage presently has an “equal weight” rating on the insurance provider’s stock. Wells Fargo & Company‘s price target indicates a potential upside of 12.19% from the company’s previous close.
Other equities research analysts also recently issued research reports about the company. Jefferies Financial Group increased their price objective on American International Group from $96.00 to $101.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a report on Tuesday, December 16th. Royal Bank Of Canada started coverage on shares of American International Group in a research note on Tuesday, November 25th. They issued a “sector perform” rating and a $85.00 price target for the company. Wall Street Zen lowered shares of American International Group from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research note on Saturday, November 8th. Barclays dropped their target price on shares of American International Group from $81.00 to $79.00 and set an “equal weight” rating on the stock in a report on Wednesday. Finally, Piper Sandler reduced their price target on American International Group from $95.00 to $88.00 and set an “overweight” rating for the company in a report on Thursday. One research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, seven have issued a Buy rating and fourteen have issued a Hold rating to the company’s stock. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the company currently has an average rating of “Hold” and an average price target of $87.32.
Get Our Latest Report on American International Group
American International Group Trading Down 1.1%
American International Group (NYSE:AIG – Get Free Report) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, February 10th. The insurance provider reported $1.96 EPS for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $1.90 by $0.06. The firm had revenue of $6.55 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $6.99 billion. American International Group had a return on equity of 9.78% and a net margin of 11.56%.During the same period in the prior year, the firm posted $1.30 earnings per share. On average, equities analysts expect that American International Group will post 6.24 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.
Hedge Funds Weigh In On American International Group
Large investors have recently made changes to their positions in the company. Brighton Jones LLC bought a new position in American International Group during the 4th quarter worth $1,091,000. Sivia Capital Partners LLC increased its position in American International Group by 30.7% during the second quarter. Sivia Capital Partners LLC now owns 5,050 shares of the insurance provider’s stock worth $432,000 after acquiring an additional 1,185 shares during the period. Concurrent Investment Advisors LLC raised its stake in American International Group by 150.4% in the 2nd quarter. Concurrent Investment Advisors LLC now owns 10,154 shares of the insurance provider’s stock worth $869,000 after purchasing an additional 6,099 shares in the last quarter. Axxcess Wealth Management LLC boosted its holdings in American International Group by 5.3% in the 2nd quarter. Axxcess Wealth Management LLC now owns 9,588 shares of the insurance provider’s stock valued at $821,000 after purchasing an additional 480 shares during the period. Finally, Generali Asset Management SPA SGR grew its position in shares of American International Group by 329.3% during the 2nd quarter. Generali Asset Management SPA SGR now owns 29,826 shares of the insurance provider’s stock worth $2,553,000 after purchasing an additional 22,878 shares in the last quarter. Institutional investors own 90.60% of the company’s stock.
American International Group News Roundup
Here are the key news stories impacting American International Group this week:
- Positive Sentiment: Q4 earnings beat and underwriting strength — AIG reported strong Q4 results with a significant EPS beat and management highlighted underwriting improvement and capital returns, which investors view as evidence of profitable growth and supports the equity valuation. AIG Q4 Earnings Beat
- Positive Sentiment: Earnings call and analyst commentary point to sustained momentum — The Q4 earnings call reiterated profitable growth momentum and analysts/coverage pieces (Seeking Alpha, TipRanks) emphasized sustainable underwriting improvement and shareholder returns. This narrative supports higher valuations and investor confidence. Earnings Call Highlights
- Positive Sentiment: Analyst upgrades/target lifts from select shops — HSBC raised its price target to $90 and Keefe, Bruyette & Woods nudged its target higher to $97, signaling bullish conviction from some sell‑side analysts and likely supporting buying interest. HSBC target raise
- Neutral Sentiment: S&P 500 activity noted — Market commentary flagged AIG activity tied to S&P 500 flows; this can boost volume/short‑term interest but is not a fundamental change. S&P 500 Activity
- Neutral Sentiment: Dividend profile and valuation commentary — Coverage pieces note AIG’s attractive dividend and valuation after Q4 results, which may support longer‑term income investors but is less likely to move shares intraday. Dividend Stock Note
- Negative Sentiment: New AI-related risk disclosure — AIG disclosed growing operational, regulatory and reputational risks from AI adoption, which introduces uncertainty around costs, controls and compliance and may temper investor enthusiasm. AI Risk Disclosure
- Negative Sentiment: Some analysts trimmed targets — Barclays trimmed its target to $79 (equal weight) and Piper Sandler lowered its target to $88; these downgrades reduce near‑term upside from parts of the sell side and add mixed signals. Barclays target cut
About American International Group
American International Group, Inc (AIG) is a global insurance holding company that provides a broad range of property-casualty insurance, specialty insurance, and risk management solutions to institutional, commercial and individual customers. Through its operating subsidiaries, AIG underwrites commercial and personal lines products—ranging from general liability, property, and casualty coverages to specialty lines such as professional liability, surety, cyber and marine—along with related services designed to help clients manage and transfer risk.
The company also has a long history in life insurance, retirement solutions and asset management through businesses that have been restructured or separated over time.
Read More
- Five stocks we like better than American International Group
- Nvidia CEO Issues Bold Tesla Call
- Your Bank Account Is No Longer Safe
- NEW LAW: Congress Approves Setup For Digital Dollar?
- Buy this Gold Stock Before May 2026
- What a Former CIA Agent Knows About the Coming Collapse
Receive News & Ratings for American International Group Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for American International Group and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter.
