GURU.Markets stock price, segment price, and overall market index valuation
The company's share price Assured Guaranty
Assured Guaranty is a leader in the municipal bond insurance market. Its stock price reflects the credit health of US cities and states. The chart shows how the company profits from guarantees by assuming default risks, especially during periods of economic uncertainty.
Share prices of companies in the market segment - Fear exchange
Assured Guaranty is a leader in the municipal bond insurance market. We classify the company as a Fear Exchange company, and the chart below reflects the overall dynamics of this market segment, which depends on the credit health of cities and states.
Broad Market Index - GURU.Markets
Assured Guaranty is a leading global insurer of municipal bonds and other financial instruments, guaranteeing their payment in the event of an issuer's default. As a component of the GURU.Markets index, the company plays a unique role in the financial system. The chart below represents the entire market. See how AGO shares compare to the overall trend.
Change in the price of a company, segment, and market as a whole per day
AGO - Daily change in the company's share price Assured Guaranty
Daily fluctuations in Assured Guaranty, a municipal bond insurer, reflect the state of the public finance market. Change_co measures the sensitivity to credit risk of cities and states. This metric is key to analyzing volatility in the niche financial insurance sector on System.GURU.Markets.
Daily change in the price of a set of shares in a market segment - Fear exchange
Assured Guaranty Ltd. is a leader in the municipal bond insurance market. This chart shows the average daily volatility of the financial sector. Comparison with the dynamics of AGO, whose business thrives in periods of uncertainty, helps assess its countercyclicality.
Daily change in the price of a broad market stock, index - GURU.Markets
Assured Guaranty is a leading municipal bond insurer. Its business involves guaranteeing debt payments, making it countercyclical. The chart below shows overall market volatility, which could impact Assured Guaranty's performance.
Dynamics of market capitalization of the company, segment and the market as a whole over 12 months
Annual dynamics of the company's market capitalization Assured Guaranty
Assured Guaranty is a leader in the municipal bond insurance market. Its year-over-year performance reflects the state of credit markets and the financial health of US cities and states. The chart below tells the story of its unique long-term risk-taking business.
Annual dynamics of market capitalization of the market segment - Fear exchange
Assured Guaranty Ltd. is a leader in the municipal bond insurance market. Its business consists of guaranteeing the debt of cities and states. The chart below shows how its conservative model and the state of the municipal finance market influence its stable, albeit low, performance.
Annual dynamics of market capitalization of broad market stocks, index - GURU.Markets
Assured Guaranty, by insuring municipal bonds, has a countercyclical element. Demand for its services increases when investors fear defaults. The company's stock price can show strength during periods of economic uncertainty, making it a unique financial instrument that benefits from market fears.
Dynamics of market capitalization of the company, segment and the market as a whole for the month
Monthly dynamics of the company's market capitalization Assured Guaranty
The performance of Assured Guaranty, a municipal bond insurer, depends on the state of this market. The monthly fluctuations on the chart reflect demand for its insurance guarantees, which rises during periods of economic uncertainty, as well as the financial health of the municipalities it insures.
Monthly dynamics of market capitalization of the market segment - Fear exchange
Assured Guaranty is a leader in municipal bond insurance. The company guarantees the debt of cities and states, making them more attractive to investors. Their business thrives in times of uncertainty. The chart below shows the overall dynamics in the financial sector, where risk management is key.
Monthly dynamics of market capitalization of broad market stocks, index - GURU.Markets
Shares of financial guarantors that insure bonds can move countercyclically: demand for their services rises during times of market panic. The chart below shows the overall sentiment. Does Assured Guaranty demonstrate these protective properties when fear reigns in the markets?
Dynamics of market capitalization of the company, segment and the market as a whole for the week
Weekly dynamics of the company's market capitalization Assured Guaranty
Assured Guaranty, a leader in municipal bond insurance, depends on the health of public finances. The company's weekly stock price reflects news about city and state budgets, interest rate changes, and any events that could impact the creditworthiness of the issuers it insures.
Weekly dynamics of market capitalization of the market segment - Fear exchange
The financial insurance sector, where Assured Guaranty operates, is dependent on the health of credit markets and interest rates. The chart below illustrates the general sentiment in this niche. It will help you understand how Assured Guaranty's unique focus on municipal bond insurance sets it apart from other financial insurers.
Weekly dynamics of market capitalization of stocks of the broad market, index - GURU.Markets
Assured Guaranty insures municipal bonds and other financial instruments. Its business is considered countercyclical: demand for guarantees increases during periods of uncertainty. The chart will show whether the company's shares actually perform more reliably or even rise when the broader market declines.
Market capitalization of the company, segment and market as a whole
AGO - Market capitalization of the company Assured Guaranty
Assured Guaranty's market capitalization reflects investors' assessment of its unique role in the financial world. The chart reflects the demand for its services to insure municipal bonds and other financial instruments. Its market capitalization reflects how much the market values ββthe company's guarantees, which enhance the security of debt obligations for investors.
AGO - Share of the company's market capitalization Assured Guaranty within the market segment - Fear exchange
Assured Guaranty is the market leader in municipal bond insurance. Its dominant market share demonstrates its key role in providing security to investors purchasing city and state debt.
Market capitalization of the market segment - Fear exchange
Below is a chart showing the total value of the entire financial insurance sector, where Assured Guaranty is the dominant player. This niche market guarantees payments on municipal and other bonds. The chart's fluctuations reflect investors' perceptions of default risk and the demand for the company's "insurance."
Market capitalization of all companies included in a broad market index - GURU.Markets
Assured Guaranty insures municipal bonds, guaranteeing payments to investors. Its capitalization represents the cost of financial security for cities and states. Market-wide, this represents the share of businesses that ensure the stability of the debt market.
Book value capitalization of the company, segment and market as a whole
AGO - Book value capitalization of the company Assured Guaranty
Assured Guaranty insures municipal bonds, and its book value is its financial guarantee. It consists of a vast portfolio of highly reliable investments, which ensures its ability to cover any losses. This is its "gold reserve." How unshakable was this financial bulwark? The chart below shows its resilience.
AGO - Share of the company's book capitalization Assured Guaranty within the market segment - Fear exchange
Assured Guaranty insures financial liabilities, and its reliability is backed not only by capital but also by physical infrastructure. These include offices in key global financial centers and secure data centers for risk analysis. The chart shows the company's share of tangible assets in the highly specialized financial insurance sector.
Market segment balance sheet capitalization - Fear exchange
Assured Guaranty is a leader in municipal bond insurance. Its model is unique in the capital-intensive financial sector. Its business requires massive amounts of financial capital for guarantees, but it is physically asset-light, with its assets consisting of offices and IT systems.
Book value of all companies included in the broad market index - GURU.Markets
Assured Guaranty insures liabilities worth billions, and its strength is based on its equity. The company's book value is derived from its colossal investment portfolio, which serves as a guarantee of financial stability for municipalities and projects. The chart shows the physical weight of this financial guarantor in the global economy.
The ratio of market capitalization to book capitalization of a company, segment, and the market as a whole
Market capitalization to book capitalization ratio - Assured Guaranty
Assured Guaranty has vast capital, but the market values ββits ability to insure risks. The chart shows the "confidence factor": how much investors trust its underwriting and ability to weather financial storms, valuing it above its net asset value.
Market to book capitalization ratio in a market segment - Fear exchange
Assured Guaranty is a leading municipal bond insurer. Its business is to guarantee other people's debt, so its equity and its quality are crucial. The chart shows the market premium placed on its reputation and reliability, assessing its ability to cover risks.
Market to book capitalization ratio for the market as a whole
Assured Guaranty is a leader in the municipal bond insurance market. The company guarantees the debt of cities and states, making them more attractive to investors. Its business is assessing and assuming long-term risks. This chart shows the overall market valuation, but how does it measure a company whose product is financial certainty?
Debts of the company, segment and market as a whole
AGO - Company debts Assured Guaranty
Assured Guaranty's business is bond insurance, and its entire strategy is built on financial strength. The company maintains an exceptionally strong balance sheet with minimal leverage. This is essential to maintaining the highest credit ratings, which are its core product and the guarantee of investor confidence.
Market segment debts - Fear exchange
Assured Guaranty is a leader in municipal bond insurance, guaranteeing payments to investors in the event of an issuer's default. Its business is built on the strength of its balance sheet. This chart demonstrates the company's conservative financial policy, as its ability to attract clients directly depends on its financial stability.
Market debt in general
Debt to book value of the company, segment and market as a whole
The company's debt to book capitalization ratio Assured Guaranty
Assured Guaranty is a leading insurer of municipal bonds and other financial assets. This chart reflects its capitalization and leverage. For a financial guarantor, extreme reliability is its product. Therefore, low debt and high equity are key to maintaining superior credit ratings and investor confidence.
Market segment debt to market segment book capitalization - Fear exchange
Financial guarantees, Assured Guaranty's specialty, are a unique segment of the insurance market where capital and its structure play a crucial role. This chart shows the overall debt burden in the financial sector. It helps understand how conservatively a company manages its balance sheet to maintain the high credit ratings required for its business.
Debt to book value of all companies in the market
This chart reflects the average leverage level across the economy. An Assured Guarantee, a financial guarantor, is inherently required to have a highly reliable balance sheet. Comparison with the overall market, which is characterized by many highly indebted companies, clearly demonstrates how conservative the financial policy of a company whose business is selling trust should be.
P/E of the company, segment and market as a whole
P/E - Assured Guaranty
For Assured Guaranty, a leader in municipal bond insurance, this chart shows investor valuation of its specific business. The multiple reflects market confidence in the company's ability to assess default risks and the overall financial health of the municipalities whose debt it guarantees.
P/E of the market segment - Fear exchange
Municipal bond insurance, which Assured Guaranty specializes in, is a unique niche. This chart shows the average rating for insurers. It helps to understand that Assured Guaranty is rated based on its ability to guarantee city and state debt, making it sensitive to the health of public finances.
P/E of the market as a whole
Assured Guaranty is a leading provider of municipal bond insurance and other financial guarantees. The company protects investors against issuer default. This chart reflects the overall risk level in financial markets. It allows investors to understand whether Assured Guaranty is perceived as a safe haven asset, with demand increasing during periods of uncertainty, or whether its valuation moves with the market.
Future P/E of the company, segment and market as a whole
Future (projected) P/E of the company Assured Guaranty
Assured Guaranty is a leading municipal bond insurer, guaranteeing the debt of cities and states. This chart reflects market expectations for the future financial health of municipalities and the demand for debt insurance. Its dynamics reflect analysts' assessments of default risks and the company's ability to generate profits from insurance premiums.
Future (projected) P/E of the market segment - Fear exchange
Assured Guaranty is a leader in municipal bond insurance, guaranteeing payments to investors in the event of an issuer's default. This chart shows market expectations for the company's future profitability compared to other specialized insurers. Does this valuation take into account its conservative approach to risk and the state of the government debt market?
Future (projected) P/E of the market as a whole
Assured Guaranty insures municipal bonds and other financial instruments against default. Its business involves underwriting long-term risks. During periods of market uncertainty, often reflected in this chart, demand for financial guarantees can increase as investors seek additional protection.
Profit of the company, segment and market as a whole
Company profit Assured Guaranty
Assured Guaranty insures municipal bonds and other financial instruments against default. The company's profit comes from the insurance premiums it collects and depends on its ability to avoid large payouts on insured losses. This chart reflects the credit quality of its portfolio and the overall health of financial markets.
Profit of companies in the market segment - Fear exchange
Assured Guaranty is a leader in the municipal bond insurance market. The company guarantees debt payments for cities and states, boosting their credit ratings. Its business thrives in times of uncertainty. This chart illustrates the dynamics of financial insurance, where risk assessment and management are key to long-term profitability.
Overall market profit
Assured Guaranty insures municipal bonds and other financial instruments. Its business depends on the stability of financial markets and the creditworthiness of issuers. This graph, which shows the overall health of the economy, influences default risks. During downturns, risks increase, making insurance services more in demand but also more risky.
Future (predicted) profit of the company, segment and market as a whole
Future (projected) profit of the company Assured Guaranty
Assured Guaranty is a leader in the financial guarantee market, insuring municipal bonds and other structured financial products against default. Its business is assessing and underwriting credit risk. This chart reflects analysts' collective expectations regarding the company's future profitability, its risk management ability, and the credit market environment.
Future (predicted) profit of companies in the market segment - Fear exchange
Assured Guaranty is a leader in municipal bond insurance. The company guarantees the repayment of principal and interest to investors, enhancing the security of the bonds. Its business depends on bond issuance volumes and credit risk assessments. This chart shows profitability forecasts for the financial and insurance sectors, providing context for assessing Assured Guaranty's unique niche.
Future (predicted) profit of the market as a whole
Assured Guaranty provides insurance for municipal bonds, protecting investors against issuer default. Demand for its services is often countercyclical. During periods of economic uncertainty, when market profit forecasts decline, investors seek additional security, increasing the appeal of insured bonds.
P/S of the company, segment and market as a whole
P/S - Assured Guaranty
Assured Guaranty provides financial guarantees for municipal bonds and other assets. This chart shows how the market values ββits premium income. This value reflects confidence in its risk assessment and financial strength, which are critical in this business.
P/S market segment - Fear exchange
Assured Guaranty Ltd. is a leading provider of financial guarantee insurance for municipal bonds and structured financial products. This chart shows the average revenue estimate in the specialized insurance sector. It helps understand the premium investors place on Assured Guaranty's leadership in its niche and the quality of its insured portfolio.
P/S of the market as a whole
Assured Guaranty is a leader in the financial insurance market, providing guarantees for municipal bonds and other structured financial products. Their business involves assessing and accepting credit risk. This chart, showing average revenue estimates, helps understand the market's appreciation of AGO's unique business model and its role in the financial system.
Future P/S of the company, segment and market as a whole
Future (projected) P/S of the company Assured Guaranty
Assured Guaranty is a leading provider of insurance for municipal bonds and other financial assets. Its estimated future earnings, shown in the chart, depend on the volume of new bonds issued and demand for credit protection. This metric reflects investor confidence in the company's financial strength and its ability to guarantee payments.
Future (projected) P/S of the market segment - Fear exchange
Assured Guaranty is a leader in financial guarantee insurance, ensuring timely payment on bonds in the event of issuer default. Its business is the assessment and acceptance of credit risk. This chart compares how investors view its future premium income and risk profile compared to the specialized insurance sector.
Future (projected) P/S of the market as a whole
Assured Guaranty is a leader in the municipal bond insurance market. The company guarantees payments on city and state debt, making them more attractive to investors. This chart reflects overall market confidence. During periods of uncertainty, demand for Assured Guaranty guarantees increases. However, the overall economic growth predicted by this chart improves the credit quality of issuers.
Sales of the company, segment and market as a whole
Company sales Assured Guaranty
Assured Guaranty is a leading provider of financial guarantee services, specifically bond insurance. This chart shows the company's revenue, which consists of insurance premiums it receives from issuers (such as municipalities) for guaranteeing their debt repayments. The growth here indicates demand for credit enhancement in financial markets.
Sales of companies in the market segment - Fear exchange
Assured Guaranty Ltd. is a leading provider of financial guarantee insurance for municipal bonds and other structured financial products. The company's business is divided into U.S. and international bond insurance. This chart shows revenue for one of these segments, allowing one to assess activity in the public finance markets.
Overall market sales
Assured Guaranty is a leading municipal bond insurer. The company guarantees the debt of cities and states, making these securities more attractive to investors. Its business thrives when municipalities actively borrow for infrastructure projects. This reflects the level of public investment, which stimulates long-term economic growth.
Future sales volume of the company, segment and market as a whole
Future (projected) sales of the company Assured Guaranty
Assured Guaranty is a leading municipal bond insurer. Its revenue forecast (premiums earned) depends on the volume of new municipal bonds issued and the demand for their insurance. It reflects the state of the US municipal finance market and investor demand for protection against city and state defaults.
Future (projected) sales of companies in the market segment - Fear exchange
Assured Guaranty is a leading insurer of municipal bonds and other financial assets. This chart shows revenue expectations for the financial insurance sector. It reflects analyst forecasts for new bond issuance volumes and credit risk assessments, which are key to understanding the market in which the company operates.
Future (projected) sales of the market as a whole
Assured Guaranty insures municipal bonds and other financial instruments. Demand for its services increases during periods of uncertainty, but the market itself depends on overall economic activity. This sales forecast chart reflects growth expectations, which influence the volume of new bond issuance.
Marginality of the company, segment and market as a whole
Company marginality Assured Guaranty
Assured Guaranty is a leading insurer of municipal bonds and other structured financial products. The company guarantees bond payments in the event of an issuer's default. This chart shows how the company converts insurance premiums into profit, which is directly related to its ability to assess and manage long-term credit risk.
Market segment marginality - Fear exchange
Assured Guaranty is a leader in the financial guarantee market, insuring municipal bonds and other structured financial products. Their business is built on in-depth credit risk analysis and maintaining the highest credit ratings. This chart illustrates how a conservative approach to underwriting and a unique market niche ensure the company's high profitability.
Market marginality as a whole
Assured Guaranty insures municipal bonds and other financial obligations, guaranteeing their payment. The company's profitability depends on an accurate assessment of credit risks and the absence of defaults on insured securities. This chart shows overall profitability, but for AGO, investor confidence and stability in financial markets are key.
Employees in the company, segment and market as a whole
Number of employees in the company Assured Guaranty
Assured Guaranty is a leader in the municipal bond insurance market. This chart shows its compact yet highly specialized team of underwriters and analysts. The team's small size reflects the niche nature of the business, where credit risk assessment expertise and reputation play key roles.
Share of the company's employees Assured Guaranty within the market segment - Fear exchange
Assured Guaranty is a leader in municipal bond insurance. Its business is based on sophisticated risk analysis performed by highly qualified specialists. This reflects its unique role as an employer of elite financial analysts whose expertise ensures stability in the debt markets.
Number of employees in the market segment - Fear exchange
Assured Guaranty is a leader in municipal bond insurance, guaranteeing their payouts. This chart reflects employment in the financial insurance sector. The stability or growth of analysts and underwriters in this niche indicates continued demand for risk mitigation tools in the debt market, where AGO holds a dominant position.
Number of employees in the market as a whole
Assured Guaranty insures municipal bonds. For them, a strong labor market, as illustrated by this chart, is a positive factor. Increased employment means increased tax revenue for cities and states, which improves their creditworthiness and reduces the risks for holders of AGO-insured bonds.
Market capitalization per employee (in thousands of dollars) of the company, segment, and market as a whole
Market capitalization per employee (in thousands of dollars) of the company Assured Guaranty (AGO)
Assured Guaranty is a leading municipal bond insurer. It's a unique financial business, where a small team of highly skilled analysts is entrusted with underwriting billions of dollars in debt. The astronomically high capitalization per employee, as shown in this chart, is the market's assessment of their intellectual capital and risk management ability.
Market capitalization per employee (in thousands of dollars) in the market segment - Fear exchange
Assured Guaranty (AGO) is a "monoline" insurer. It doesn't insure cars; it "guarantees" municipal bonds. It's an "elite" financial business. Its value lies in its credit rating, not its staff. This chart should show a huge capitalization per employee.
Market capitalization per employee (in thousands of dollars) for the overall market
Assured Guaranty is a leading municipal bond insurer. The company guarantees the debt of cities and states, making them more attractive to investors. This business requires enormous capital and an impeccable reputation, but is managed by a small team of analysts. The chart shows the colossal financial leverage per employee.
Profit per employee (in thousands of dollars) for the company, segment, and market as a whole
Profit per employee (in thousands of dollars) of the company Assured Guaranty (AGO)
Assured Guaranty (AGO) is a leading municipal bond insurer. They don't insure cars or homes, but guarantee payments on bonds issued by cities and states. It's a business built on analytics and capital. This chart demonstrates exceptional performance. A small team of highly skilled analysts assesses risks and guarantees billions of dollars, generating enormous profits per employee.
Profit per employee (in thousands of dollars) in the market segment - Fear exchange
Assured Guaranty (AGO) is a "monoline" insurer. They "guarantee" (insure) municipal bonds. This chart shows the benchmark for "Fear Exchange." In this "niche" B2G sector, the benchmark is high. Profit per employee is generated by the "trust brand" (AA rating), which allows them to sell high-margin guarantees.
Profit per employee (in thousands of dollars) for the market as a whole
Assured Guaranty (AGO) is a leading insurer of municipal bonds. They provide payment guarantees, enhancing the credit ratings of bonds issued by cities and states. This chart, showing average profit per employee, helps assess how profitable the financial insurance sector, which relies on risk assessment (underwriting), is relative to its employees.
Sales to employees of the company, segment and market as a whole
Sales per company employee Assured Guaranty (AGO)
Assured Guaranty is a leading municipal bond insurer. The company's business is to provide debt guarantees. This chart illustrates how a small team of highly skilled analysts can generate significant insurance premiums. The high revenue per employee reflects the uniqueness and high margins of this financial niche.
Sales per employee in the market segment - Fear exchange
Assured Guaranty (AGO) is a leader in municipal bond insurance. They guarantee debt payments for cities and states, boosting their credit ratings. This is a highly specialized financial service. This chart shows revenue (premiums) per employee. The comparison with the segment reflects the effectiveness of their underwriters (risk assessors) and the value of their guarantees in the market.
Sales per employee for the market as a whole
Assured Guaranty is a leader in municipal bond insurance. They don't sell life or auto insurance; they guarantee the debt of cities and states. This is a pure balance sheet business, based on risk analysis. A small team of highly qualified analysts can insure bonds worth billions. This graph should show astronomical revenue (premiums) per employee.
Short shares by company, segment and market as a whole
Shares shorted by company Assured Guaranty (AGO)
Assured Guaranty (AGO) is an insurance monopoly. They insure municipal bonds. If a city or state defaults on their debt, AGO pays. Their business is a bet that there will be no defaults in the US. This chart shows how many investors fear that problems in commercial real estate and city budgets (like Chicago) will lead to losses for AGO.
Shares shorted by market segment - Fear exchange
Assured Guaranty (AGO) is a leader in financial insurance. They guarantee payments on municipal bonds and other structured financial products. Their business is to insure defaults. This chart shows rates against the financial guarantee sector. It reflects investor expectations regarding the stability of the US municipal debt market.
Shares shorted by the overall market
Assured Guaranty (AGO) insures municipal bonds against default. This "Short_All" chart shows recession fears. When they rise, this pessimism indicates an expected decline in tax revenues. This increases the risk of default by cities (AGO clients) and simultaneously devalues ββtheir own investment portfolios.
RSI 14 indicator for a company, segment, and market as a whole
The company's RSI 14 indicator Assured Guaranty (AGO)
Assured Guaranty insures municipal bonds. Businesses benefit from demand for insurance during periods of uncertainty, but bear credit risks. This chart for an AGO above 70 may reflect growing demand for its insurance. AGO levels below 30 are often associated with concerns about large defaults in the municipal sector.
RSI 14 Market Segment - Fear exchange
Assured Guaranty (AGO) is "insurance" for "cities." They're a "monoliner" insuring "municipal" bonds (debts of cities and schools) against default. It's a "niche" and risky business. This indicator shows the "temperature" in the sector. It helps understand: is AGO "oversold" due to its "unique" risks (city defaults) or is there a general "cooling" toward the sector?
RSI 14 for the overall market
Assured Guaranty (AGO) insures municipal bonds. This chart shows the risk appetite and credit health of cities. During periods of euphoria, risks appear low. But during periods of market panic, investors begin to doubt the ability of cities to repay their debts, and demand for AGO insurance grows, even as the risks to the company itself also increase.
Analyst consensus forecast for the company's share price, the segment, and the market as a whole
Analyst consensus stock price forecast AGO (Assured Guaranty)
Assured Guaranty (AGO) is a leading municipal bond insurer. The company guarantees payments on bonds issued by cities, states, and other government entities in the event of default. This chart shows the average analyst forecast. Their target prices depend on the volume of new insurance business, the financial health of municipalities, and the performance of AGO's investment portfolio.
The difference between the consensus estimate and the actual stock price AGO (Assured Guaranty)
Assured Guaranty (AGO) is a leader in municipal bond insurance. They guarantee payments to investors if a city or state defaults. This chart shows their risk assessment. It measures the gap between the price and the consensus target, reflecting how analysts assess their guarantee portfolio against the backdrop of municipal budgets.
Analyst consensus forecast for stock prices by market segment - Fear exchange
Assured Guaranty (AGO) is an "insurer for cities." The company provides financial guarantees for municipal bonds, promising investors payouts if the issuer (the city) goes bankrupt. This chart shows analysts' general expectations for the exchange-traded insurance sector. It reflects whether experts believe municipal finances are stable.
Analysts' consensus forecast for the overall market share price
Assured Guaranty (AGO) is a leader in municipal bond insurance. The company guarantees payments on bonds issued by cities and states, boosting their credit ratings. This chart shows overall market sentiment. For AGO, whose business is long-term risk management, overall optimism or pessimism influences demand for its guarantees. In turbulent times, demand for insurance increases.
AKIMA index of the company, segment and market as a whole
AKiMA Company Index Assured Guaranty
Assured Guaranty (AGO) is an insurer's insurer in the bond market. Their business is providing financial guarantees for municipal bonds and other structured products. They guarantee payments should the issuer default. This chart is an assessment of their risk. It reflects the health of municipal finances and their ability to earn premiums for taking on long-term risks.
AKIMA Market Segment Index - Fear exchange
Assured Guaranty (AGO) is a unique player; it's a single-line insurer that doesn't insure cars or lives, but guarantees payments on municipal bonds. This aggregate metric evaluates financial companies. The chart shows the sector average. This benchmark: how does AGO's ultra-niche (bond guarantor) model differentiate it from the average insurer?
The AKIM Index for the overall market
Assured Guaranty is a debt guarantor. The company is a leader in municipal bond insurance (insuring investors against city defaults). It's a countercyclical business. This chart, which reflects the market average, is a backdrop. It helps assess how the AGO (demand for protection rises in bad times) compares to the overall macroeconomic picture.