Rating Change
JP Morgan analysts downgraded Enact Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:ACT) from Neutral to Underweight on October 12, 2026.
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Enact Holdings, Inc. (ACT) Downgraded to Underweight by JP Morgan
JP Morgan analysts downgraded Enact Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:ACT) from Neutral to Underweight on October 12, 2026.
At publication ·
What changed
Enact Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:ACT) · downgrade
- Firm
- JP Morgan
- Rating
- Neutral to Underweight
- Price at event
- $44.90
- Market capitalization
- $6.0B
At a glance
Key takeaways
- JP Morgan downgraded Enact Holdings (ACT) from Neutral to Underweight on October 12, 2026, with the stock trading at $44.90.
Market Context
Enact Holdings, Inc. operates in the Financial Services sector. The stock currently trades at $44.90 with a market capitalization of $6.0B.
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Recent Analyst Activity for Enact Holdings, Inc.
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 1 Buy, 8 Hold, 1 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 12, 2026 | JP Morgan | Underweight | N/A |
| Aug 10, 2026 | Keefe, Bruyette & Woods | Market Perform | N/A |
| Aug 07, 2026 | JP Morgan | Neutral | N/A |
| Aug 07, 2026 | RBC Capital | Sector Perform | N/A |
| Jul 13, 2026 | JP Morgan | Neutral | N/A |
Related Tools: Analyst Ratings Dashboard | View ACT Stock Page
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Underweight rating mean for ACT?
A rating of Underweight from JP Morgan reflects the analyst's outlook on Enact Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:ACT). Analyst ratings are one factor investors consider alongside earnings, valuation, and sector trends.
Where can I find more analyst ratings?
Browse recent upgrades and downgrades on our Analyst Ratings Dashboard or the ACT forecast page.