First American Financial Corporation (FAF)

First American Financial reported strong third-quarter earnings for 2025, surpassing forecasts and leading to a stock price increase. Zacks Research raised its FY2025 earnings per share estimates for FAF. The company declared a quarterly dividend of $0.55 per share. Analyst ratings have varied, and insider selling activity has been noted.

First American Financial Corporation experiences demand seasonality for its products and services, benefiting from fluctuations in the real estate and mortgage industries throughout the year. The company's CEO noted the benefit from seasonal demand even amidst challenging market conditions in the second quarter of 2024.

First American Financial Corporation is a financial services company focused on real estate transactions, operating in the specialty insurance industry. Its core business includes title insurance and settlement services, title plant management, and real property records. The company also offers valuation products, home warranties, property and casualty insurance, and banking services, catering to homebuyers, real estate professionals, and others.

First American Financial Corp. operates across the United States and internationally through direct operations and qualified agents. It serves all regions of the United States and has an international presence in countries such as Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, and South Korea. Its headquarters are located in Santa Ana, California, USA.

First American Financial Corporation has a strong brand reputation in the title insurance industry. The company was named to the 2025 Fortune Best Workplaces for Parents™ List and recognized as a 2026 Military Friendly® Employer in November 2025. AM Best affirmed the A (Excellent) ratings for First American Title Group, citing its solid market position and robust enterprise risk management practices.

First American Financial Corporation's ownership is mainly institutional, with approximately 89.51% of the stock held by institutional shareholders. Individual insiders own about 3.65% of the stock, while the general public and retail investors hold approximately 5.8% and 2.37% respectively. Parker S. Kennedy is the largest individual shareholder, owning 5.64% of the company's shares.