Investors Title Company (ITIC)

Investors Title Co. (ITIC) stock has experienced several notable events in the past six months. The stock price gained 0.98% on February 6, 2026, marking its seventh consecutive day of gains, and was up 10.43% over the preceding two weeks with a positive return of 26.14% over the past six months. The company regularly declares quarterly dividends, and in November 2025, announced a special cash dividend of $8.72 per share, lower than the previous year's. Strong third-quarter 2025 results were announced on November 5, 2025, with increased net income and revenues. The stock experienced a 10% drop in December 2025, contributing to a 2.2% one-year loss for stockholders. Investors Title has received a consensus "Buy" rating from analysts, and short interest recently decreased by 7.12%.

The core title insurance business of Investors Title Co. is highly cyclical and influenced by broader economic conditions and the real estate market. Demand from homebuyers often exhibits seasonality, typically concentrating in the spring or early fall. The company's diversified revenue streams, particularly from tax-deferred like-kind exchanges, help to mitigate some of the cyclicality.

Investors Title Co. (ITIC) is a holding company in the financial services sector, specializing in insurance and conveyancing services. Its main business is underwriting and issuing residential and commercial title insurance for various property types. The company also offers tax-deferred real property exchange services, investment management, trust services, and consulting to establish title insurance agencies.

Investors Title Co. issues title insurance policies in approximately 22 to 24 states and the District of Columbia, primarily in the eastern half of the United States. It has a strong market presence in North Carolina, and significant operations in South Carolina, Georgia, and Texas.

Investors Title Co. maintains a strong brand reputation, particularly concerning its financial stability and operational performance. AM Best affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of "A" (Excellent) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of "a" (Excellent) for its subsidiaries. The company's operating performance consistently outperforms the industry. The company's 2025 letter to shareholders highlighted solid performance and resilience in a challenging environment.

Institutional investors hold 53% of Investors Title Co. stock, with the top 13 shareholders holding 51% of the business. Markel-Gayner Asset Management Corporation is the largest shareholder, holding 11% of outstanding shares. The Fine family collectively controls a substantial portion of the company. BlackRock Advisors LLC holds 5.571% of the shares, and Groveland Capital LLC owned 5.9% as of June 2022.