Intact Financial (OTCMKTS:IFCZF) Sees Large Volume Increase – Here’s What Happened

Shares of Intact Financial Co. (OTCMKTS:IFCZF) saw strong trading volume on Thursday . 1,525 shares changed hands during mid-day trading, an increase of 206% from the previous session’s volume of 498 shares.The stock last traded at $189.90 and had previously closed at $190.33.

Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades

A number of brokerages have issued reports on IFCZF. Barclays reaffirmed an “overweight” rating on shares of Intact Financial in a research note on Wednesday, November 5th. National Bankshares restated an “outperform” rating on shares of Intact Financial in a research report on Monday, October 27th. Finally, Jefferies Financial Group upgraded shares of Intact Financial to a “buy” rating in a research report on Tuesday, October 21st. Six research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the stock currently has a consensus rating of “Buy”.

Intact Financial Stock Performance

The business’s 50 day simple moving average is $201.63 and its 200 day simple moving average is $201.23.

Intact Financial Company Profile

Intact Financial Corporation is a leading Canadian property and casualty insurance provider offering a broad range of personal and commercial insurance products and services. Its primary operations in Canada are conducted through Intact Insurance and belairdirect, while its specialty insurance business in the United States operates under the OneBeacon Insurance Group brand. The company’s portfolio includes coverage for auto, home, commercial property and casualty, specialty lines, and accident and health, supported by risk management and claims solutions tailored to individuals, small and medium-sized enterprises, and large corporate clients.

Tracing its origins to the Halifax Fire Insurance Association founded in 1809, Intact Financial has expanded through a series of strategic mergers and acquisitions.