Rating Change
Wells Fargo analysts downgraded RLI Corp. (NYSE:RLI) from Equal-Weight to Underweight on July 29, 2026.
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RLI Corp. (RLI) Downgraded to Underweight by Wells Fargo
Rating Change Wells Fargo analysts downgraded RLI Corp. (NYSE:RLI) from Equal-Weight to Underweight on July 29, 2026. Market Context RLI Corp.
Market Context
RLI Corp. operates in the Financial Services sector. The stock currently trades at $65.65 with a market capitalization of $5.8B. The stock has declined 3.1% over the past 52 weeks.
Analyst downgrades can weigh on a stock in the short term as institutional investors who follow Wells Fargo's research adjust their positions. However, downgrades also sometimes create buying opportunities if the market overreacts to the rating change. The reasoning behind the downgrade matters more than the rating itself.
Analyst ratings and price targets are one input among many for investment decisions. Historical studies show that consensus analyst recommendations have mixed predictive power on their own, but significant changes in consensus — such as multiple upgrades or downgrades in a short period — can be more meaningful signals.
Recent Analyst Activity for RLI Corp.
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 3 Buy, 6 Hold, 1 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 29, 2026 | Keefe, Bruyette & Woods | Outperform | N/A |
| Jul 29, 2026 | Wells Fargo | Underweight | N/A |
| Jul 09, 2026 | Wells Fargo | Equal-Weight | N/A |
| Jul 08, 2026 | Keefe, Bruyette & Woods | Outperform | N/A |
| Apr 09, 2026 | Wells Fargo | Equal-Weight | N/A |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Underweight rating mean for RLI?
A Underweight rating from Wells Fargo reflects the analyst's outlook on RLI Corp. (NYSE:RLI). 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 RLI forecast page.