AMERISAFE, Inc. Hits New 52-Week Low at $40.70

AMERISAFE, Inc., a small-cap player in the insurance industry, has recently reached a new 52-week low of USD 40.70 on October 10, 2025. This decline marks a significant point in the stock's performance, reflecting a 5.04% decrease over the past year, contrasting sharply with the S&P 500's gain of 13.36% during the same period.
The company's market capitalization stands at approximately USD 927 million, with a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 20.00. Despite a high dividend yield of 858.28%, AMERISAFE has faced challenges, including a notable drop in net profit, which has decreased by 23.39% over the last nine months. The operating cash flow has also reached a low of USD 9.05 million, indicating potential liquidity concerns.

With a return on equity of 18.97% and a price-to-book ratio of 3.49, AMERISAFE's valuation appears elevated compared to its historical averages. The stock's performance has consistently lagged behind the S&P 500 over the past three years, highlighting ongoing difficulties in maintaining competitive returns.