Research Analysts’ Recent Ratings Updates for Skyward Specialty Insurance Group (SKWD)

Skyward Specialty Insurance Group (NASDAQ: SKWD) has recently received a number of price target changes and ratings updates:

  • 6/16/2026 – Skyward Specialty Insurance Group had its “hold (c+)” rating reaffirmed by Weiss Ratings.
  • 6/13/2026 – Skyward Specialty Insurance Group was downgraded by Wall Street Zen from “buy” to “hold”.
  • 6/9/2026 – Skyward Specialty Insurance Group was given a new $59.00 price target by Capital One Financial Corporation.
  • 6/9/2026 – Skyward Specialty Insurance Group was upgraded by Texas Capital to “strong-buy”.
  • 5/9/2026 – Skyward Specialty Insurance Group was upgraded by Wall Street Zen from “hold” to “buy”.
  • 5/8/2026 – Skyward Specialty Insurance Group had its price target raised by Barclays PLC from $57.00 to $60.00. They now have an “overweight” rating on the stock.

Insider Buying and Selling

In related news, insider Thomas N. Schmitt sold 8,397 shares of Skyward Specialty Insurance Group stock in a transaction dated Friday, June 12th. The stock was sold at an average price of $51.32, for a total value of $430,934.04. Following the completion of the sale, the insider owned 10,353 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $531,315.96. This trade represents a 44.78% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which can be accessed through this hyperlink. Also, Director Gena L. Ashe sold 740 shares of Skyward Specialty Insurance Group stock in a transaction dated Monday, May 11th. The shares were sold at an average price of $46.35, for a total value of $34,299.00. Following the transaction, the director directly owned 4,570 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $211,819.50. The trade was a 13.94% decrease in their position. Additional details regarding this sale are available in the official SEC disclosure. The sale was made to cover tax withholding obligations related to the vesting of equity awards. 8.52% of the stock is owned by company insiders.

Skyward Specialty Insurance Group, Inc (NASDAQ: SKWD) is a publicly traded specialty property and casualty insurance underwriter. The company focuses on niche market segments, offering tailored insurance solutions designed to address the specific risk profiles of its target industries.

Through its underwriting platform, Skyward Specialty provides coverage in areas including general liability, professional liability, commercial package, inland marine and other selected specialty lines. Its products are distributed primarily through a network of wholesale brokers, program administrators and managing general agents, enabling the company to reach a diverse client base and adapt quickly to evolving market needs.

Headquartered in the United States, Skyward Specialty Insurance Group operates across multiple states and applies data-driven underwriting and risk management practices to maintain disciplined reserving and consistent performance.

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