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    Why MGIC Investment (MTG) Is Getting Attention Now

    Simply Wall St·09/27/2026 11:21:06
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    MGIC Investment (MTG) has drawn fresh attention after recent trading left the share price at $28.48, following a decline of about 8% over the past month and a modest gain over the past three months.

    Recent trading pressure has pulled MGIC Investment’s 1 month share price return down about 8%, yet the stock still carries a 1 year total shareholder return of 1.22% and a 5 year total shareholder return above 100%. This suggests momentum has cooled after a strong multi year run.

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    MGIC Investment appears to be a solid mortgage insurer on the surface, with steady revenue and sizeable earnings. After the recent pullback, does that quality still come at a fair price, or has the tag quietly crept up?

    Most Popular Narrative: 8% Undervalued

    The most followed valuation narrative pegs MGIC Investment’s fair value at $31, slightly above the latest $28.48 close. This suggests modest undervaluation based on cash flow and capital return assumptions.

    Management’s approach of returning roughly 120% of net income through dividends and buybacks over the last four quarters, combined with a higher quarterly dividend and new repurchase authorization, is expected to support per share earnings metrics in a flat revenue environment. Slightly downward gross premium rate trends and modest annual declines in net premiums earned over recent years, along with a recent 2.9% revenue decline, indicate that competitive pricing could continue to weigh on revenue and put pressure on net margins.

    See why 6 investors see MGIC Investment as 8% undervalued.

    Result: Fair Value of $31 (UNDERVALUED)

    Still, if competitive pricing keeps nudging gross premium rates lower, or if elevated capital returns continue, MGIC Investment could see pressure on revenue and balance sheet flexibility.

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    This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.