Markel Corporation (MKL)

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The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in Markel Corporation, comparing it to the performance of the S&P 500 index or another benchmark. All prices have been adjusted for splits and dividends.

Markel Corporation (MKL) has returned -10.96% so far this year and 2.38% over the past 12 months. Over the last ten years, MKL has returned 7.79% per year, falling short of the S&P 500 Index benchmark, which averaged 12.16% annually.

Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Jan 2, 1990, MKL's average daily return is +0.06%, while the average monthly return is +1.21%. At this rate, your investment would double in approximately 4.8 years.

Historically, 57% of months were positive and 43% were negative. The best month was May 1991 with a return of +23.2%, while the worst month was Mar 2020 at -21.5%. The longest winning streak lasted 10 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 7 months.

On a daily basis, MKL closed higher 49% of trading days. The best single day was Sep 19, 2008 with a return of +29.6%, while the worst single day was Dec 1, 2008 at -20.4%.

Markel Corporation has an annualized alpha of 9.46%, beta of 0.74, and R² of 0.23 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since January 03, 1990.

• This stock participates in less of S&P 500 Index's moves in both directions, but captures a larger share of gains (83.17%) than losses (57.51%) — typical of diversified or defensive assets.
• R² of 0.23 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.

MKL ranks 42 for risk / return — on par with similar stocks. You're getting a typical balance of risk and reward. Not a standout, but not a red flag either — a reasonable choice if other factors align with your goals.

The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for Markel Corporation (MKL) and compare them to a chosen benchmark (S&P 500 Index).

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.

The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the Markel Corporation. 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 Markel Corporation was 61.32%, occurring on Mar 9, 2009. Recovery took 1099 trading sessions.

The current Markel Corporation drawdown is 12.68%.

The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.

The chart below illustrates the trends in the financial health of Markel Corporation over time, highlighting three key metrics: Total Revenue, Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), and Net Income.

The Valuation section provides an overview of how Markel Corporation 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.