Rating Change
William Blair analysts downgraded Accelerant Holdings (NYSE:ARX) from Outperform to Market Perform on August 13, 2026.
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Accelerant Holdings (ARX) Downgraded to Market Perform by William Blair
William Blair analysts downgraded Accelerant Holdings (NYSE:ARX) from Outperform to Market Perform on August 13, 2026.
At publication ·
What changed
Accelerant Holdings (NYSE:ARX) · downgrade
- Firm
- William Blair
- Rating
- Outperform to Market Perform
- Price at event
- $19.51
- Market capitalization
- $2.6B
At a glance
Key takeaways
- William Blair downgraded Accelerant Holdings (ARX) from Outperform to Market Perform on August 13, 2026, though the specific reasoning for the downgrade was not disclosed in the announcement.
- ARX trades at $19.51 with a market capitalization of $2.6 billion and operates in the Financial Services sector.
Market Context
Accelerant Holdings operates in the Financial Services sector. The stock currently trades at $19.51 with a market capitalization of $2.6B.
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Recent Analyst Activity for Accelerant Holdings
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 7 Buy, 3 Hold, 0 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 13, 2026 | William Blair | Market Perform | N/A |
| Jul 09, 2026 | Wells Fargo | Overweight | N/A |
| Jul 06, 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Equal-Weight | N/A |
| Jun 16, 2026 | BMO Capital | Outperform | N/A |
| Jun 01, 2026 | Raymond James | Outperform | N/A |
Related Tools: Analyst Ratings Dashboard | View ARX Stock Page
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Market Perform rating mean for ARX?
A rating of Market Perform from William Blair reflects the analyst's outlook on Accelerant Holdings (NYSE:ARX). 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 ARX forecast page.