Mercury General Corporation, listed on the NYSE:MCY, is set to release its quarterly earnings on November 4, 2025. Analysts predict an earnings per share (EPS) of $2.15 and revenue of approximately $1.49 billion. The company operates in the insurance sector, providing a range of insurance products, and competes with other major insurers in the market.
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Mercury General's financial metrics provide insight into its market valuation. The company has a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 10.98, indicating the price investors are willing to pay for each dollar of earnings. Its price-to-sales ratio is 0.74, suggesting the market values its sales at less than one times its annual revenue. The enterprise value to sales ratio is 0.65, reflecting the company's valuation relative to its sales, including debt and excluding cash.
The company's enterprise value to operating cash flow ratio stands at 4.29, indicating a healthy cash flow generation relative to its enterprise value. With an earnings yield of 9.11%, Mercury General demonstrates a strong return on investment. The debt-to-equity ratio is 0.29, showing a relatively low level of debt compared to equity, which is favorable for financial stability.
Additionally, Mercury General boasts a current ratio of 49.35, highlighting its strong ability to cover short-term liabilities with short-term assets. This financial strength positions the company well in the competitive insurance market, as it prepares to announce its quarterly earnings.
