First American Financial Stock (NYSE: FAF)

First American Financial (NYSE:FAF) Stock

FIRST AMERICAN FINANCIAL

First American Financial

First American Financial Corp is a financial services business providing insurance through segments: Title insurance and related services segment include real estate insurance, property closing services, third-party handling of real estate funds (escrow), risk mitigation, real estate data products, and related real estate transaction services; The home warranty segment provides residential service contracts that cover residential systems, such as heating and air conditioning systems, and certain appliances against failures that occur as the result of normal usage during the coverage period; and The corporate segment includes investments in venture-stage companies, certain financing facilities and corporate services supporting the company's business operations.

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First American Financial's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FAF#NYSE">FAF</a>) short percent of float has risen 6.72% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 1.13 million shares sold short, which is 1.27% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.0 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>First American Financial Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1746723625_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for First American Financial has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing First American Financial's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, First American Financial's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 2.39%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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Is the Market Bullish or Bearish on First American Financial?

Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods analyst Bose George maintains First American Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FAF#NYSE">FAF</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $75 to $77.

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Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Maintains Outperform on First American Financial, Raises Price Target to $77

Barclays analyst Terry Ma maintains First American Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FAF#NYSE">FAF</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $69 to $72.

Barclays Maintains Equal-Weight on First American Financial, Raises Price Target to $72

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First American Financial Q1 Adj. EPS $0.84 Beats $0.68 Estimate, Sales $1.60B Beat $1.53B Estimate

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Earnings Scheduled For April 23, 2025

First American Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FAF#NYSE">FAF</a>) is gearing up to announce its quarterly earnings on Wednesday, 2025-04-23. Here's a quick overview of what investors should know before the release.
Analysts are estimating that First American Financial will report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.82.
Anticipation surrounds First American Financial's announcement, with investors hoping to hear about both surpassing estimates and receiving positive guidance for the next quarter.
New investors should understand that while earnings performance is important, market reactions are often driven by guidance.
<h3>Overview of Past Earnings</h3>
In the previous earnings release, the company beat EPS by $0.26, leading to a 0.49% increase in the share price the following trading session.
Here's a look at First American Financial's past performance and the resulting price change:

<table>
<thead>
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<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q4 2024</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
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<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>1.09</td>
<td>1.14</td>
<td>1.16</td>
<td>0.59</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>1.35</td>
<td>1.34</td>
<td>1.27</td>
<td>0.45</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>0.0%</td>
<td>0.0%</td>
<td>1.0%</td>
<td>-6.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745344992_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Performance of First American Financial Shares</h3>
Shares of First American Financial were trading at $57.02 as of April 21. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 0.3%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release. 
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/FAF/earnings">To track all earnings releases for First American Financial visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

A Peek at First American Financial's Future Earnings

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Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods analyst Bose George upgrades First American Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FAF#NYSE">FAF</a>) from Market Perform to Outperform and maintains the price target from $75 to $75.

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Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Upgrades First American Financial to Outperform, Maintains Price Target to $75

First American Financial's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FAF#NYSE">FAF</a>) short percent of float has fallen 11.57% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 1.06 million shares sold short, which is 1.07% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.75 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>First American Financial Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741882635_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for First American Financial has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing First American Financial's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, First American Financial's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 2.33%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

What's Driving the Market Sentiment Around First American Financial?

Across the recent three months, 4 analysts have shared their insights on First American Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FAF#NYSE">FAF</a>), expressing a variety of opinions spanning from bullish to bearish.
Summarizing their recent assessments, the table below illustrates the evolving sentiments in the past 30 days and compares them to the preceding months.
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<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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</tbody>
</table>
Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $76.75, a high estimate of $80.00, and a low estimate of $74.00. This current average is unchanged from the previous average price target. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1739883656_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown</h2>
The standing of First American Financial among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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</thead>
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<td>Bose George</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$74.00</td>
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<td>John Campbell</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
<td>$73.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bose George</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$74.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bose George</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to First American Financial. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of First American Financial compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of First American Financial's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
To gain a panoramic view of First American Financial's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/FAF/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on First American Financial analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know First American Financial Better</h2>
First American Financial Corp is a financial services business providing insurance through two segments: title insurance and related services and Home warranty. Title insurance and related services include real estate insurance, property closing services, third-party handling of real estate funds (escrow), risk mitigation, real estate data products, and related real estate transaction services. The home warranty segment provides residential service contracts that cover residential systems, such as heating and air conditioning systems, and certain appliances against failures that occur as the result of normal usage during the coverage period. Nearly all the company's revenue comes from the title insurance and related services segment in the United States.
<h3>First American Financial's Economic Impact: An Analysis</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is below the industry average, suggesting that it is relatively smaller compared to peers. This could be due to various factors, including perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Revenue Growth: First American Financial's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has faced challenges. As of 30 September, 2024, the company experienced a revenue decline of approximately -5.07%. This indicates a decrease in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Financials sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: First American Financial's net margin is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of -7.4%, the company may encounter challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): First American Financial's ROE lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns on equity capital. With an ROE of -2.1%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): First American Financial's ROA lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns from its assets. With an ROA of -0.66%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Debt Management: First American Financial's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at 0.58. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Analysts may supplement their ratings with predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, offering investors a more comprehensive outlook. However, investors should be mindful that analysts, like any human, can have subjective perspectives influencing their forecasts.
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What Analysts Are Saying About First American Financial Stock

Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods analyst Bose George maintains First American Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FAF#NYSE">FAF</a>) with a Market Perform and raises the price target from $74 to $75.

Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Maintains Market Perform on First American Financial, Raises Price Target to $75

Stephens &amp; Co. analyst John Campbell maintains First American Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FAF#NYSE">FAF</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $73 to $78.

Stephens & Co. Maintains Overweight on First American Financial, Raises Price Target to $78

First American Financial shares are trading lower. The company reported Q4 financial results.

First American Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FAF#NYSE">FAF</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $1.35 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.10 by 22.73 percent. This is a 95.65 percent increase over earnings of $0.69 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $1.69 billion which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.62 billion by 4.18 percent. This is a 17.91 percent increase over sales of $1.43 billion the same period last year.

First American Financial Q4 Adj EPS $1.35 Beats $1.10 Estimate, Sales $1.69B Beat $1.62B Estimate

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Earnings Scheduled For February 12, 2025

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