This report is the updated version of the report published on December 23, 2025, 10:44 AM GMT.

Beazley PLC (LSE: BEZ)

Beazley PLC (LSE: BEZ) is a UK-based specialist insurer and reinsurer in the Lloyd’s market, underwriting complex risks such as cyber, marine, political, professional liability, and property globally. Founded in 1986, it operates across Europe, the US, and Asia, offering innovative insurance solutions through both digital platforms and traditional channels. This Report covers the Key Recommendation Rationale, Conclusion, and Recommendation on the stock.

Key Recommendation Rationale – Sell at GBX 845.00

• Resistance near Current levels: BEZ’s stock price has almost reached Resistance (R1) which was stated in the previous report on 10 December 2025 therefore, there can be a possibility of a decline from resistance levels. Considering the market conditions and the price action, it is prudent to exit the stock.
• Declining Cyber Risks Premiums and Competitive Market Conditions - The Cyber Risks division experienced an 8% decrease in insurance written premiums compared to Q3 2024, with rates continuing to drop, particularly in North America. Despite increasing frequency and severity of ransomware claims, competitive market conditions have made profitable growth challenging. While European cyber business is performing better, the overall weakening of the North American market could pose a continued risk to future profitability in this segment.
• Declining Investment Income and Lower Return on Investments - Investment income for the year decreased to $458 million, or a 3.9% return, down from $513 million and 4.7% in Q3 2024. This decline reflects a less favorable investment environment, with decreasing yield curves affecting returns. As the company continues to invest capital into new platforms and expanding operations, lower investment returns could put additional strain on the financial performance, especially if these investments do not yield strong growth in the near term.

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Valuation Methodology: Price/ Earnings Approach

Conclusion

BEZ is expected to trade at a discount, considering Declining Investment Income & Lower Return on Investments and fears of global slowdown. For conducting the valuation, the following peers have been considered - Hiscox Ltd (LSE: HSX), Sabre Insurance Group PLC (LSE: SBRE) and others.

Given its current trading levels, Declining Cyber Risks Premiums and Competitive Market Conditions, recent rally in the share price, and associated risks, it is prudent to exit the stock at the current levels. Hence, a ‘Sell’ recommendation is given on the stock at the Current Market Price of GBX 845.00 as of 23 December 2025 at 08:25 AM GMT.

Note 1: Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.

Note 2: The reference date for all price data, currency, technical indicators, support, and resistance levels is 23 December 2025. The reference data in this report has been partly sourced from REFINITIV.

Note 3: Investment decisions should be made depending on an individual's appetite for upside potential, risks, holding duration, and any previous holdings. An 'Exit' from the stock can be considered if the Target Price mentioned as per the Valuation and or the technical levels provided has been achieved and is subject to the factors discussed above.

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