Marsh McLennan stock holds firm after a fresh earnings beat
Published on 08/25/2026 at 17:09 | Editorial responsibility: Rafael Müller, Editor-in-Chief AD HOC NEWS
Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (ISIN US5717481023) stock opened at $194.61 on August 25, 2026, after a second-quarter beat, a $7.28 billion revenue print and a fresh round of target changes. The latest reported quarter showed $2.96 in EPS, $0.07 above consensus, while revenue rose 6.2% year over year.
Second-quarter numbers still drive the trade
Marsh & McLennan's most recent quarter, reported on July 21, 2026, also showed a 14.24% net margin and 32.67% return on equity. The company said revenue reached $7.28 billion, and analysts now see $10.43 in EPS for the current fiscal year, a view that sits next to a consensus price target of $203.50.
Analyst targets stay in play
Price-target updates have kept the stock's valuation debate alive. One recent note kept a Market Perform stance at $203, while another lifted a target to $201 from $197 and held a Neutral view, signaling that margin progress matters as much as the quarterly beat.
Dividend and balance sheet support
The company also paid a $0.99 quarterly dividend on August 14, 2026, which annualizes to $3.96 a share. That payout, paired with the 23.79 P/E ratio and $92.87 billion market capitalization, gives the stock a steadier profile than many peers in financial services.
More on Marsh McLennan
Marsh & McLennan is a professional services group that advises clients on risk, strategy and people through insurance brokerage, consulting and related services.
Stock level and market view
Marsh McLennan stock closed at $194.67 on August 24, 2026, after a 1.39% five-day gain and a 4.93% year-to-date advance. The shares sit below the 52-week high of $211.28 and above the 52-week low of $156.60, with the most recent close leaving them 6.06% below a $206.48 average target.
Fact box
Company: Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc.
ISIN: US5717481023
Ticker: MMC
Exchange: NYSE
Price (as of August 24, 2026, 4:00 p.m. ET): $194.67 USD
Market cap: $92.87 billion (as of August 25, 2026)
Sector / Industry: Financials / Insurance Brokers
Index membership: S&P 500
