1 Insurance Stock to Own for Decades and 2 We Avoid

Insurance firms play a critical role in the financial system, offering everything from property coverage to life insurance and specialized risk solutions. Still, investors are uneasy as insurers face challenges from catastrophic events and potential regulatory changes. These doubts have caused the industry to lag recently as insurance stocks have collectively shed 3% over the past six months. This drawdown is a stark contrast from the S&P 500’s 7.5% gain.