- ISIN
- US0259321042
- CUSIP
- 025932104
- Sector
- Financial Services
- Industry
- Insurance - Property & Casualty
- IPO Date
- Apr 6, 1983
Highlights
- Market Cap
- $11.19B
- Enterprise Value
- $11.66B
- EPS (TTM)
- $10.54
- PE Ratio
- 12.74
- Total Revenue (TTM)
- $8.15B
- Gross Profit (TTM)
- $2.64B
- EBITDA (TTM)
- $1.26B
- Year Range
- $122.11 - $150.02
- Target Price
- $153.50
- ROA (TTM)
- 2.72%
- ROE (TTM)
- 18.79%
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Performance
AFG Performance Chart
American Financial Group, Inc. (AFG) is up 1.1% since the beginning of the year. At $134 per share, AFG is trading 10.5% below its 52-week high of $150. Investors who bought $1,000 worth of AFG shares 5 years ago would now be looking at an investment worth $1,646.
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Returns By Period
American Financial Group, Inc. (AFG) has returned 1.05% so far this year and 14.56% over the past 12 months. Looking at the last ten years, AFG has achieved an annualized return of 14.79%, outperforming the S&P 500 Index benchmark, which averaged 13.88% per year.
American Financial Group, Inc.
- 1D
- 1.07%
- 1M
- -1.46%
- YTD
- 1.05%
- 6M
- 0.12%
- 1Y
- 14.56%
- 3Y*
- 11.52%
- 5Y*
- 10.48%
- 10Y*
- 14.79%
Benchmark (S&P 500 Index)
- 1D
- -0.37%
- 1M
- -0.01%
- YTD
- 9.16%
- 6M
- 8.64%
- 1Y
- 25.22%
- 3Y*
- 19.78%
- 5Y*
- 11.99%
- 10Y*
- 13.88%
AFG Monthly Returns History
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Apr 6, 1983, AFG's average daily return is +0.06%, while the average monthly return is +1.06%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 5.5 years.
Historically, 57% of months were positive and 43% were negative. The best month was Dec 2000 with a return of +39.4%, while the worst month was Oct 1990 at -27.5%. The longest winning streak lasted 13 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 6 months.
On a daily basis, AFG closed higher 48% of trading days. The best single day was Oct 13, 2008 with a return of +45.4%, while the worst single day was Mar 16, 2020 at -26.3%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -4.05% | 3.28% | -3.96% | 5.06% | -2.60% | 3.77% | 1.05% | ||||||
| 2025 | 0.34% | -7.53% | 5.67% | -2.96% | -2.12% | 1.80% | -0.42% | 8.78% | 7.26% | -9.07% | 6.08% | -0.76% | 5.45% |
| 2024 | 1.88% | 8.24% | 6.90% | -5.88% | 1.69% | -5.30% | 7.06% | 2.03% | 0.73% | -3.65% | 17.21% | -6.76% | 23.79% |
| 2023 | 4.33% | -3.16% | -9.40% | 1.54% | -8.52% | 5.77% | 2.96% | -4.68% | -3.67% | -1.44% | 6.07% | 3.93% | -7.61% |
| 2022 | -4.74% | 3.92% | 9.16% | -4.54% | 8.11% | -1.76% | -3.30% | -4.49% | -3.72% | 18.64% | -0.59% | -3.47% | 10.91% |
| 2021 | 8.05% | 13.34% | 6.94% | 8.13% | 8.30% | 4.12% | 3.45% | 9.05% | -5.94% | 8.57% | 1.00% | 4.31% | 93.83% |
Benchmark Metrics
American Financial Group, Inc. has an annualized alpha of 4.52%, beta of 0.90, and R2 of 0.29 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since April 06, 1983.
- R2 of 0.29 means this stock moves largely independently of S&P 500 Index - capture ratios reflect limited market correlation rather than active downside protection. Consider using a more representative benchmark.
- Alpha
- 4.52%
- Beta
- 0.90
- R²
- 0.29
- Upside Capture
- 98.28%
- Downside Capture
- 95.20%
Return for Risk
Risk / Return Rank
AFG ranks 62 for risk / return — better than 62% of stocks on our site. You're getting solid returns for the risk taken. A good sign, especially for investors who want growth without excessive volatility.
Return / Risk — by metrics
The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for American Financial Group, Inc. (AFG) and compare them to S&P 500 Index.
Values are calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. Risk-adjusted metrics are more stable over longer periods — use the period switch above to explore them.
| AFG | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | -1.27 | ||
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | -1.58 | ||
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.14 | 1.37 | -0.23 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 1.11 | 2.78 | -1.68 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 2.06 | 12.44 | -10.38 |
Dividends
Dividend History
American Financial Group, Inc. provided a 5.44% dividend yield over the last twelve months, with an annual payout of $7.31 per share.
| Period | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend | $7.31 | $7.28 | $9.43 | $8.10 | $14.31 | $28.06 | $3.85 | $4.95 | $4.45 | $4.79 | $2.15 | $2.03 |
Dividend yield | 5.44% | 5.33% | 6.89% | 6.81% | 10.42% | 20.43% | 4.39% | 4.51% | 4.92% | 4.41% | 2.44% | 2.82% |
Monthly Dividends
The table displays the monthly dividend distributions for American Financial Group, Inc.. The dividends shown in the table have been adjusted to account for any splits that may have occurred.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $0.88 | $1.50 | $0.00 | $0.88 | $0.00 | $0.37 | $3.63 | ||||||
| 2025 | $0.80 | $0.00 | $2.00 | $0.80 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.80 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.88 | $2.00 | $0.00 | $7.28 |
| 2024 | $0.71 | $2.50 | $0.00 | $0.71 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.71 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.80 | $4.00 | $0.00 | $9.43 |
| 2023 | $0.63 | $4.00 | $0.00 | $0.63 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.63 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.71 | $1.50 | $0.00 | $8.10 |
| 2022 | $0.56 | $0.00 | $2.00 | $0.56 | $8.00 | $0.00 | $0.56 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.63 | $2.00 | $0.00 | $14.31 |
| 2021 | $0.50 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.50 | $0.00 | $14.00 | $2.50 | $0.00 | $4.00 | $0.56 | $4.00 | $2.00 | $28.06 |
Dividend Yield & Payout
Dividend Yield
American Financial Group, Inc. has a dividend yield of 5.44%, which means its dividend payment is significantly above the market average.
Payout Ratio
American Financial Group, Inc. has a payout ratio of 64.96%, which is quite average when compared to the overall market. This suggests that American Financial Group, Inc. strikes a balance between reinvesting profits for growth and paying dividends to shareholders.
Drawdowns
Drawdowns Chart
The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.
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Worst Drawdowns
The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the American Financial Group, Inc.. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.
The maximum drawdown for the American Financial Group, Inc. was 62.94%, occurring on Mar 9, 2009. Recovery took 484 trading sessions.
The current American Financial Group, Inc. drawdown is 5.21%.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Financial crisis2007–2009 | -62.94%Mar 2009 | 2y 16d | 1y 11mo | 3y 11moFeb 2007 - Feb 2011 |
COVID crash2020 | -58.98%Mar 2020 | 1mo 5d | 11mo 11d | 1y 11dFeb 2020 - Feb 2021 |
2000 bear market2000 | -58.39%Feb 2000 | 2y 6mo | 5y 10mo | 8y 4moAug 1997 - Dec 2005 |
1990 bear market1990 | -52.35%Oct 1990 | 3y 2mo | 2y 6mo | 5y 9moAug 1987 - May 1993 |
1994 bear market1994 | -40.70%Nov 1994 | 1y 4mo | 1y 11mo | 3y 3moJul 1993 - Oct 1996 |
Drawdown Indicators
| AFG | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -62.94% | -56.78% | -6.16% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -13.19% | -9.10% | -4.09% |
Max Drawdown (3Y)Largest decline over 3 years | -19.85% | -18.90% | -0.95% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -23.85% | -25.43% | +1.58% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | -58.98% | -33.92% | -25.06% |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -5.21% | -1.80% | -3.41% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -16.74% | -10.71% | -6.03% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 7.07% | 2.03% | +5.04% |
Volatility
Volatility Chart
The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.
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Financials
Financial Performance
The chart below illustrates the trends in the financial health of American Financial Group, Inc. over time, highlighting three key metrics: Total Revenue, Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), and Net Income.
Valuation
The Valuation section provides an overview of how American Financial Group, Inc. is priced in the market compared to other companies in the Insurance - Property & Casualty industry. It includes key financial ratios that help investors assess whether the stock is undervalued or overvalued.
PE Ratio
The chart displays the Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio for AFG, comparing it with other companies in the Insurance - Property & Casualty industry. Currently, AFG has a P/E ratio of 12.7. This P/E ratio is significantly higher than those of industry peers. This could indicate that the stock is overvalued or that investors expect strong future growth.
PS Ratio
This chart shows the Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratio for AFG relative to other companies in the Insurance - Property & Casualty industry. Currently, AFG has a P/S ratio of 1.4. This P/S ratio falls within the average range for the industry, suggesting the stock is fairly valued based on its revenue.
PB Ratio
The chart illustrates the Price-to-Book (P/B) ratio for AFG in comparison with other companies in the Insurance - Property & Casualty industry. Currently, AFG has a P/B value of 2.4. This P/B ratio is in line with the industry average, suggesting the stock is valued fairly in relation to its book value.
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