Rating Change
Morgan Stanley reiterated its Equal-Weight rating on Kinsale Capital Group, Inc. (NYSE:KNSL) on August 19, 2026.
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Morgan Stanley Reiterates Equal-Weight Rating on Kinsale Capital Group, Inc. (KNSL)
Morgan Stanley reiterated its Equal-Weight rating on Kinsale Capital Group, Inc. (NYSE:KNSL) on August 19, 2026.
At publication ·
What changed
Kinsale Capital Group, Inc. (NYSE:KNSL) · reiterate
- Firm
- Morgan Stanley
- Rating
- Equal-Weight to Equal-Weight
- Price at event
- $379.42
- Market capitalization
- $9.0B
At a glance
Key takeaways
- Morgan Stanley reiterated an Equal-Weight rating on Kinsale Capital Group (KNSL) on August 19, 2026, indicating the analyst sees the stock as fairly valued relative to the market.
Market Context
Kinsale Capital Group, Inc. operates in the Financial Services sector. The stock currently trades at $379.42 with a market capitalization of $9.0B. The stock has declined 14.9% over the past 52 weeks.
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Recent Analyst Activity for Kinsale Capital Group, Inc.
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 2 Buy, 8 Hold, 0 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 19, 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Equal-Weight | N/A |
| Jul 27, 2026 | Wells Fargo | Equal-Weight | N/A |
| Jul 20, 2026 | JP Morgan | Neutral | N/A |
| Jul 09, 2026 | Wells Fargo | Equal-Weight | N/A |
| May 21, 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Equal-Weight | N/A |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Equal-Weight rating mean for KNSL?
A rating of Equal-Weight from Morgan Stanley reflects the analyst's outlook on Kinsale Capital Group, Inc. (NYSE:KNSL). Analyst ratings are one factor investors consider alongside earnings, valuation, and sector trends.
Where can I find more analyst ratings?
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