Kemper (NYSE:KMPR) Stock

Kemper

Kemper Corp is a diversified insurance company that provides services in property and casualty insurance, along with life and health insurance. The company's property and casualty segment offers personal and commercial lines for home and automotive products. The company conducts its operations through two operating segments: Specialty Property & Casualty Insurance, and Life Insurance.

Kemper Corp

<p>Piper Sandler  analyst Paul Newsome   maintains Kemper (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMPR#NYSE">KMPR</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $86 to $75.</p>


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Piper Sandler Maintains Overweight on Kemper, Lowers Price Target to $75

<p>Kemper (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMPR#NYSE">KMPR</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $1.65 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.49 by 10.74 percent. This is a 54.21 percent increase over earnings of $1.07 per share from the same period last year.  The company reported quarterly sales of $1.19 billion which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.09 billion by 9.35 percent.  This is a 4.37 percent increase over sales of $1.14 billion the same period last year.</p>


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Kemper Q1 Adj. EPS $1.65 Beats $1.49 Estimate, Sales $1.19B Beat $1.09B Estimate

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Earnings Scheduled For May 7, 2025

<p>Kemper (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMPR#NYSE">KMPR</a>) is gearing up to announce its quarterly earnings on Wednesday, 2025-05-07. Here's a quick overview of what investors should know before the release.</p>
<p>Analysts are estimating that Kemper will report an <strong>earnings per share</strong> (EPS) of $1.49.</p>
<p>Kemper bulls will hope to hear the company announce they've not only beaten that estimate, but also to provide positive guidance, or forecasted growth, for the next quarter.</p>
<p>New investors should note that it is sometimes not an earnings beat or miss that most affects the price of a stock, but the guidance (or forecast).</p>
<h3>Overview of Past Earnings</h3>
<p>In the previous earnings release, the company beat EPS by $0.42, leading to a 1.39% increase in the share price the following trading session.</p>
<p>Here's a look at Kemper's past performance and the resulting price change:</p>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Quarter</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q4 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q3 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q2 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q1 2024</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>EPS Estimate</strong></td>
<td>1.36</td>
<td>1.34</td>
<td>1.06</td>
<td>1.09</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>EPS Actual</strong></td>
<td>1.78</td>
<td>1.62</td>
<td>1.42</td>
<td>1.07</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Price Change %</strong></td>
<td>1.0%</td>
<td>-3.0%</td>
<td>-6.0%</td>
<td>-0.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1746540179_0.png" alt="eps graph" /></p>
<h3>Tracking Kemper's Stock Performance</h3>
<p>Shares of Kemper were trading at $61.16 as of May 05. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 0.6%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release. </p>
<h3>Analysts' Perspectives on Kemper</h3>
<p>For investors, staying informed about market sentiments and expectations in the industry is paramount. This analysis provides an exploration of the latest insights on Kemper.</p>
<p>Analysts have given Kemper a total of 1 ratings, with the consensus rating being Outperform. The average one-year price target is $86.0, indicating a potential 40.61% upside.</p>
<h3>Analyzing Ratings Among Peers</h3>
<p>In this comparison, we explore the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of  and Trupanion, three prominent industry players, offering insights into their relative performance expectations and market positioning.</p>
<h3>Key Findings: Peer Analysis Summary</h3>
<p>Within the peer analysis summary, vital metrics for  and Trupanion are presented, shedding light on their respective standings within the industry and offering valuable insights into their market positions and comparative performance.</p>
<p>
<table>
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<th>Company</th>
<th>Consensus</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
<th>Gross Profit</th>
<th>Return on Equity</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Trupanion</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>11.71%</td>
<td>$51.10M</td>
<td>-0.45%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<p>Key Takeaway:</p>
<p>Kemper ranks in the middle among its peers for Consensus rating. It ranks at the bottom for Revenue Growth and Gross Profit, indicating lower performance in these areas compared to its peers. However, Kemper outperforms its peers in terms of Return on Equity, showing a stronger ability to generate profit relative to shareholder equity.</p>
<h3>Unveiling the Story Behind Kemper</h3>
<p>Kemper Corp is a diversified insurance company that provides services in property and casualty insurance, along with life and health insurance. The company's property and casualty segment offers personal and commercial lines for home and automotive products. The company conducts its operations through two operating segments: Specialty Property &amp; Casualty Insurance, and Life Insurance.</p>
<h3>Financial Insights: Kemper</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization Analysis:</strong> Positioned below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization faces constraints in size. This could be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.</p>
<p><strong>Revenue Growth:</strong> Kemper's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of <strong>0.29%</strong>. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Financials sector.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> Kemper's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching <strong>8.23%</strong>. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> Kemper's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROE, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROE of <strong>3.5%,</strong> the company showcases efficient use of equity capital and strong financial health.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> Kemper's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive <strong>0.76%</strong> ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> Kemper's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching <strong>0.5</strong>. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/KMPR/earnings"><strong>To track all earnings releases for Kemper visit their earnings calendar on our site.</strong></a></p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


What to Expect from Kemper's Earnings

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<p>Piper Sandler  analyst Paul Newsome   maintains Kemper (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMPR#NYSE">KMPR</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $83 to $86.</p>


Piper Sandler Maintains Overweight on Kemper, Raises Price Target to $86

<p><strong>Kemper</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMPR#NYSE">KMPR</a>) just disclosed its Q4 earnings on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 04:05 PM.</p>
<p>Here's a brief overview of the earnings report.</p>
<h3>Earnings</h3>
<p>Kemper beat estimated earnings by 31.0%, reporting an EPS of $1.78 versus an estimate of $1.36.</p>
<p>Revenue was down $0 from the same period last year.</p>
<h3>Previous Earnings Records</h3>
<p>The company beat on EPS by $0.28 in the last quarter, resulting in a 3.0% drop share price change the following day.</p>
<p>Here's a look at Kemper's past performance:</p>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Quarter</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q3 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q2 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q1 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q4 2023</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
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<td><strong>EPS Estimate</strong></td>
<td>1.34</td>
<td>1.06</td>
<td>1.09</td>
<td>0.72</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>EPS Actual</strong></td>
<td>1.62</td>
<td>1.42</td>
<td>1.07</td>
<td>0.78</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Revenue Estimate</strong></td>
<td>1.03B</td>
<td>977.85M</td>
<td>988.37M</td>
<td>1.04B</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Revenue Actual</strong></td>
<td>1.18B</td>
<td>1.13B</td>
<td>1.14B</td>
<td>1.19B</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<p>To track all earnings releases for Kemper <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/KMPR/earnings">visit their earnings calendar here.</a> </p>
<p>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</p>


Earnings Breakdown: Kemper Q4

<p>The earnings results for <strong>Kemper</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMPR#NYSE">KMPR</a>) for Q4 were made public on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 04:05 PM.</p>
<p>Here's a comprehensive overview of the announcement.</p>
<h3>Earnings</h3>
<p>Kemper beat estimated earnings by 31.0%, reporting an EPS of $1.78 versus an estimate of $1.36.</p>
<p>Revenue was down $0 from the same period last year.</p>
<h3>Earnings History Overview</h3>
<p>Last quarter the company beat on EPS by $0.28 which was followed by a 3.0% drop in the share price the next day.</p>
<p>Here's a look at Kemper's past performance:</p>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Quarter</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q3 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q2 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q1 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q4 2023</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>EPS Estimate</strong></td>
<td>1.34</td>
<td>1.06</td>
<td>1.09</td>
<td>0.72</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>EPS Actual</strong></td>
<td>1.62</td>
<td>1.42</td>
<td>1.07</td>
<td>0.78</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Revenue Estimate</strong></td>
<td>1.03B</td>
<td>977.85M</td>
<td>988.37M</td>
<td>1.04B</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Revenue Actual</strong></td>
<td>1.18B</td>
<td>1.13B</td>
<td>1.14B</td>
<td>1.19B</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<p>To track all earnings releases for Kemper <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/KMPR/earnings">visit their earnings calendar here.</a> </p>
<p>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</p>


Insights into Kemper Q4 Earnings

<p>Kemper (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMPR#NYSE">KMPR</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $1.78 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.35 by 31.85 percent. This is a 128.21 percent increase over earnings of $0.78 per share from the same period last year.  The company reported quarterly sales of $1.19 billion which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.08 billion by 9.62 percent.  This is the same as the same period last year.</p>


Kemper Q4 2024 Adj EPS $1.78 Beats $1.35 Estimate, Sales $1.19B Beat $1.08B Estimate

<p><strong>Kemper</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMPR#NYSE">KMPR</a>) just disclosed its Q4 earnings on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 04:05 PM.</p>
<p>Here's a brief overview of the earnings report.</p>
<h3>Earnings</h3>
<p>Kemper beat estimated earnings by 31.0%, reporting an EPS of $1.78 versus an estimate of $1.36.</p>
<p>Revenue was down $0 from the same period last year.</p>
<h3>Performance in Previous Earnings</h3>
<p>Last quarter the company beat on EPS by $0.28 which was followed by a 3.0% drop in the share price the next day.</p>
<p>Here's a look at Kemper's past performance:</p>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Quarter</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q3 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q2 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q1 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q4 2023</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>EPS Estimate</strong></td>
<td>1.34</td>
<td>1.06</td>
<td>1.09</td>
<td>0.72</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>EPS Actual</strong></td>
<td>1.62</td>
<td>1.42</td>
<td>1.07</td>
<td>0.78</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Revenue Estimate</strong></td>
<td>1.03B</td>
<td>977.85M</td>
<td>988.37M</td>
<td>1.04B</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Revenue Actual</strong></td>
<td>1.18B</td>
<td>1.13B</td>
<td>1.14B</td>
<td>1.19B</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<p>To track all earnings releases for Kemper <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/KMPR/earnings">visit their earnings calendar here.</a> </p>
<p>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</p>


Kemper Q4 Earnings Summary & Key Takeaways

<p><strong>Kemper</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMPR#NYSE">KMPR</a>) announced its Q4 earnings on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 04:05 PM.</p>
<p>Here's a breakdown of the earnings report.</p>
<h3>Earnings</h3>
<p>Kemper beat estimated earnings by 31.0%, reporting an EPS of $1.78 versus an estimate of $1.36.</p>
<p>Revenue was down $0 from the same period last year.</p>
<h3>Overview of Past Earnings</h3>
<p>The company beat on EPS by $0.28 in the previous quarter, leading to a 3.0% drop share price change the next day.</p>
<p>Here's a look at Kemper's past performance:</p>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Quarter</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q3 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q2 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q1 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q4 2023</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>EPS Estimate</strong></td>
<td>1.34</td>
<td>1.06</td>
<td>1.09</td>
<td>0.72</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>EPS Actual</strong></td>
<td>1.62</td>
<td>1.42</td>
<td>1.07</td>
<td>0.78</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Revenue Estimate</strong></td>
<td>1.03B</td>
<td>977.85M</td>
<td>988.37M</td>
<td>1.04B</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Revenue Actual</strong></td>
<td>1.18B</td>
<td>1.13B</td>
<td>1.14B</td>
<td>1.19B</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<p>To track all earnings releases for Kemper <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/KMPR/earnings">visit their earnings calendar here.</a> </p>
<p>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</p>


Kemper Earnings Report: Q4 Overview

<p>The new annual dividend amount is $1.28 per share, as compared to the current dividend amount of $1.24 per share.</p>
<p>The dividend is payable on March 4, 2025, to shareholders of record as of February 18, 2025.</p>
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Kemper Raises Quarterly Dividend By 3.1% From $0.31 To $0.32 Per Share

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Earnings Scheduled For February 5, 2025

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<p>Raymond James  analyst C. Gregory Peters   maintains Kemper (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMPR#NYSE">KMPR</a>) with a Strong Buy and raises the price target from $75 to $82.</p>


Raymond James Maintains Strong Buy on Kemper, Raises Price Target to $82

<p>TD Cowen   maintains Kemper (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMPR#NYSE">KMPR</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $72 to $84.</p>


TD Cowen Maintains Buy on Kemper, Raises Price Target to $84

<p>Kemper (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMPR#NYSE">KMPR</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $1.62 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.34 by 20.9 percent.  The company reported quarterly sales of $1.18 billion which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.03 billion by 14.88 percent.  This is a 1.67 percent decrease over sales of $1.20 billion the same period last year.</p>


Kemper Q3 2024 Adj EPS $1.62 Beats $1.34 Estimate, Sales $1.18B Beat $1.03B Estimate

<p>Kemper (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMPR#NYSE">KMPR</a>) reported quarterly sales of $1.18 billion which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.03 billion by 14.88 percent.  This is a 1.67 percent decrease over sales of $1.20 billion the same period last year.</p>


Kemper Q3 Sales $1.18B Beat $1.03B Estimate

<p>Kemper (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMPR#NYSE">KMPR</a>) will release its quarterly earnings report on Wednesday, 2024-10-30. Here's a brief overview for investors ahead of the announcement.</p>
<p>Analysts anticipate Kemper to report an <strong>earnings per share</strong> (EPS) of $1.37.</p>
<p>Investors in Kemper are eagerly awaiting the company's announcement, hoping for news of surpassing estimates and positive guidance for the next quarter.</p>
<p>It's worth noting for new investors that stock prices can be heavily influenced by future projections rather than just past performance.</p>
<h3>Historical Earnings Performance</h3>
<p>In the previous earnings release, the company beat EPS by $0.36, leading to a 6.24% drop in the share price the following trading session.</p>
<p>Here's a look at Kemper's past performance and the resulting price change:</p>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Quarter</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q2 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q1 2024</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q4 2023</strong></th>
<th><strong>Q3 2023</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>EPS Estimate</strong></td>
<td>1.06</td>
<td>1.09</td>
<td>0.72</td>
<td>-0.37</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>EPS Actual</strong></td>
<td>1.42</td>
<td>1.07</td>
<td>0.78</td>
<td>-0.44</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Price Change %</strong></td>
<td>-6.0%</td>
<td>-0.0%</td>
<td>-5.0%</td>
<td>-5.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1730214156_0.png" alt="eps graph" /></p>
<h3>Kemper Share Price Analysis</h3>
<p>Shares of Kemper were trading at $64.34 as of October 28. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 61.93%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release. </p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/KMPR/earnings"><strong>To track all earnings releases for Kemper visit their earnings calendar on our site.</strong></a></p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


<p>Ratings for Kemper (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMPR#NYSE">KMPR</a>) were provided by 5 analysts in the past three months, showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.</p>
<p>The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Bullish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Somewhat Bullish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Indifferent</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Somewhat Bearish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Bearish</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Total Ratings</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Last 30D</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>1M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>2M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>3M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Kemper, revealing an average target of $79.2, a high estimate of $85.00, and a low estimate of $71.00. This current average has increased by 4.49% from the previous average price target of $75.80. </p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729011636_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Diving into Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Exploration</h2>
<p>The perception of Kemper by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.</p>
<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>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Carletti</td>
<td>JMP Securities</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Seth Rosenfeld</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$71.00</td>
<td>$67.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>C. Gregory Peters</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Strong Buy</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Carletti</td>
<td>JMP Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Paul Newsome</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$77.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Action Taken:</strong> 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 Kemper. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li><strong>Rating:</strong> Analysts unravel qualitative evaluations for stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings offer insights into expectations for the relative performance of Kemper compared to the broader market.</li>
<li><strong>Price Targets:</strong> Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for Kemper's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
<p>Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Kemper's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/KMPR/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights"><strong>Stay up to date on Kemper analyst ratings.</strong></a></p>
<h2>About Kemper</h2>
<p>Kemper Corp is a diversified insurance company that provides services in property and casualty insurance, along with life and health insurance. The company's property and casualty segment offers personal and commercial lines for home and automotive products. The company conducts its operations through two operating segments: Specialty Property &amp; Casualty Insurance, and Life Insurance.</p>
<h3>Financial Insights: Kemper</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization Analysis:</strong> Reflecting a smaller scale, the company's market capitalization is positioned below industry averages. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.</p>
<p><strong>Revenue Challenges:</strong> Kemper's revenue growth over 3 months faced difficulties. As of 30 June, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately <strong>-9.2%</strong>. This indicates a decrease in top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Financials sector.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> Kemper's net margin is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of <strong>6.62%,</strong> the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> Kemper's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of <strong>2.87%,</strong> the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> Kemper's ROA is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of <strong>0.6%,</strong> the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns from its assets.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> With a high debt-to-equity ratio of <strong>0.52</strong>, Kemper faces challenges in effectively managing its debt levels, indicating potential financial strain.</p>
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
<p>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.</p>
<p>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.</p>
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