Latest Ratios: P/E Ratio 9.3x · EV/EBITDA 6.7x · ROE 14.3%. (1996–2025 historical series)
Price-based multiples — how expensive the stock is relative to earnings, sales, book value, and cash flow
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market Cap | $6.0B | $6.6B | $6.3B | $5.5B | $4.0B | $5.1B | $4.5B | $5.3B | $4.0B | $5.6B | $4.4B |
| Enterprise Value | $6.3B | $6.9B | $6.7B | $5.8B | $4.4B | $5.9B | $5.5B | $6.0B | $4.7B | $6.3B | $5.4B |
| P/E Ratio → | 9.33 | 9.31 | 8.20 | 7.75 | 4.66 | 7.79 | 9.73 | 7.66 | 6.01 | 14.85 | 11.85 |
| P/S Ratio | 4.95 | 5.43 | 5.18 | 4.80 | 3.45 | 4.27 | 3.76 | 4.36 | 3.59 | 5.23 | 4.14 |
| P/B Ratio | 1.28 | 1.28 | 1.21 | 1.09 | 0.87 | 1.04 | 0.96 | 1.23 | 1.13 | 1.77 | 1.73 |
| P/FCF | 7.06 | 7.74 | 8.65 | 7.79 | 6.26 | 7.32 | 6.19 | 8.77 | 7.62 | 14.26 | 21.05 |
| P/OCF | 7.05 | 7.73 | 8.63 | 7.77 | 6.22 | 7.28 | 6.16 | 8.69 | 7.42 | 13.70 | 20.04 |
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Enterprise-value multiples — capital-structure-neutral measures of total business value
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EV / Revenue | — | 5.66 | 5.53 | 5.04 | 3.74 | 5.00 | 4.56 | 4.92 | 4.20 | 5.91 | 5.11 |
| EV / EBITDA | 6.72 | 7.35 | 6.76 | 6.21 | 3.83 | 6.83 | 8.86 | 6.66 | 5.23 | 7.42 | 9.42 |
| EV / EBIT | 6.77 | 7.13 | 6.65 | 6.20 | 3.85 | 6.79 | 8.83 | 6.63 | 5.26 | 7.49 | 9.50 |
| EV / FCF | — | 8.07 | 9.22 | 8.18 | 6.77 | 8.56 | 7.50 | 9.88 | 8.90 | 16.13 | 25.94 |
Margins and return-on-capital ratios measuring operating efficiency
Full margin charts and quarterly trend are on the Earnings History page
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross Margin | 94.9% | 94.9% | 100.5% | 100.9% | 120.7% | 93.5% | 68.5% | 89.2% | 95.7% | 93.9% | 76.5% |
| Operating Margin | 76.5% | 76.5% | 80.2% | 78.1% | 92.9% | 67.6% | 46.6% | 69.9% | 75.1% | 73.6% | 48.4% |
| Net Profit Margin | 60.8% | 60.8% | 63.2% | 61.7% | 73.8% | 53.6% | 37.2% | 55.5% | 59.6% | 33.4% | 32.2% |
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ROE | 14.3% | 14.3% | 14.9% | 14.7% | 18.2% | 13.3% | 9.9% | 17.1% | 19.9% | 12.5% | 14.3% |
| ROA | 11.2% | 11.2% | 11.7% | 11.2% | 12.8% | 8.7% | 6.6% | 11.3% | 11.9% | 6.3% | 5.9% |
| ROIC | 12.6% | 12.6% | 13.3% | 13.1% | 15.3% | 10.6% | 7.9% | 13.8% | 15.5% | 15.8% | 11.3% |
| ROCE | 14.1% | 14.1% | 16.4% | 15.9% | 18.7% | 12.9% | 8.2% | 14.2% | 20.1% | 20.3% | 14.3% |
Solvency and debt-coverage ratios — lower is generally safer
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Debt / Equity | 0.13 | 0.13 | 0.12 | 0.13 | 0.14 | 0.24 | 0.26 | 0.19 | 0.23 | 0.26 | 0.46 |
| Debt / EBITDA | 0.69 | 0.69 | 0.65 | 0.69 | 0.58 | 1.32 | 2.01 | 0.93 | 0.92 | 0.98 | 2.05 |
| Net Debt / Equity | — | 0.05 | 0.08 | 0.06 | 0.07 | 0.18 | 0.20 | 0.16 | 0.19 | 0.23 | 0.40 |
| Net Debt / EBITDA | 0.30 | 0.30 | 0.42 | 0.30 | 0.29 | 0.99 | 1.55 | 0.75 | 0.75 | 0.86 | 1.78 |
| Debt / FCF | — | 0.33 | 0.57 | 0.39 | 0.52 | 1.25 | 1.31 | 1.11 | 1.28 | 1.87 | 4.89 |
| Interest Coverage | 27.94 | 27.94 | 28.21 | 25.45 | 23.68 | 12.24 | 10.38 | 17.10 | 16.93 | 14.75 | 10.08 |
Short-term solvency ratios and asset-utilisation metrics
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio | — | — | 10.73 | 9.43 | 7.84 | 6.31 | — | — | 4.24 | 3.14 | 2.44 |
| Quick Ratio | — | — | 10.73 | 9.43 | 7.84 | 6.31 | — | — | 0.12 | 0.05 | 0.07 |
| Cash Ratio | — | — | 10.43 | 9.18 | 7.62 | 6.11 | — | — | 0.12 | 0.06 | 0.08 |
| Asset Turnover | — | 0.18 | 0.18 | 0.18 | 0.19 | 0.16 | 0.16 | 0.19 | 0.20 | 0.19 | 0.19 |
| Inventory Turnover | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Days Sales Outstanding | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Earnings, FCF, buyback, and dividend yields — total returns to shareholders
Full dividend history and growth charts are on the Dividend History page
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 2.7% | 1.9% | 1.8% | 0.8% | — | — | — |
| Payout Ratio | 17.9% | 17.9% | 17.1% | 17.2% | 12.8% | 14.8% | 18.4% | 6.2% | — | — | — |
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings Yield | 10.7% | 10.7% | 12.2% | 12.9% | 21.5% | 12.8% | 10.3% | 13.1% | 16.6% | 6.7% | 8.4% |
| FCF Yield | 14.2% | 12.9% | 11.6% | 12.8% | 16.0% | 13.7% | 16.2% | 11.4% | 13.1% | 7.0% | 4.8% |
| Buyback Yield | 13.1% | 12.0% | 9.1% | 6.1% | 9.5% | 5.7% | 2.7% | 2.4% | 4.0% | 0.1% | 3.3% |
| Total Shareholder Yield | 15.1% | 14.0% | 11.2% | 8.3% | 12.3% | 7.6% | 4.5% | 3.2% | 4.0% | 0.1% | 3.3% |
| Shares Outstanding | — | $226M | $264M | $287M | $311M | $351M | $359M | $374M | $386M | $395M | $432M |
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying MTG stock.
MGIC Investment Corporation's current P/E ratio is 9.3x. The historical average is 10.7x. This places it at the 39th percentile of its historical range.
MGIC Investment Corporation's current EV/EBITDA is 6.7x. This enterprise value multiple compares the company's total value (equity + debt - cash) to its EBITDA. The historical average is 8.4x.
MGIC Investment Corporation's return on equity (ROE) is 14.3%. The historical average is 4.2%.
Based on historical data, MGIC Investment Corporation is trading at a P/E of 9.3x. This is at the 39th percentile of its historical P/E range. Compare with industry peers and growth rates for a complete picture.
MGIC Investment Corporation's current dividend yield is 2.00% with a payout ratio of 17.9%.
MGIC Investment Corporation has 94.9% gross margin and 76.5% operating margin. Operating margin above 20% indicates strong pricing power and cost efficiency.
MGIC Investment Corporation's Debt/EBITDA ratio is 0.7x, indicating low leverage. A ratio below 2x is generally considered financially healthy.
Key Metrics
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Metrics are mathematically derived from official filings.
Underwriting Margins at Cyclical Peak
MTG's combined ratio of 19.1% in 2026Q2 reflects exceptionally low loss activity, with a loss ratio of 4.2%, indicating underwriting profitability is at a cyclical high, as reported in financial statements.
The combined ratio has remained below 30% for ten consecutive quarters, with the loss ratio even turning negative in three quarters, signaling reserve releases from conservative prior-year estimates. This suggests the current underwriting performance is unsustainable over the long term, as loss ratios at these levels are unlikely to persist if the credit cycle turns. Investors should monitor the trajectory of the loss ratio for any inflection point that could signal a normalization of claims.
ROE Driven by Underwriting, Not Investments
MTG's ROE of 3.6% in 2026Q2 is primarily driven by underwriting profits, with investment income playing a minimal role, as per recent SEC filings.
The decomposition of ROE shows that underwriting margins of 80.9% are the dominant contributor, while investment income appears negligible given the minimal investment portfolio. This concentration underscores the company's dependence on a benign credit environment; any deterioration in claims would directly pressure ROE. The sustainability of this ROE level hinges on the persistence of low delinquency rates and the absence of adverse reserve development.
Expense Ratio Reflects Operating Leverage
MTG's expense ratio has declined from 23.1% in 2024Q1 to 15.0% in 2026Q2, indicating significant operating leverage, as reported in the latest quarterly results.
The steady decline in the expense ratio, despite flat revenue, suggests that MTG is scaling its fixed cost base effectively, with incremental premiums flowing to the bottom line. This efficiency is a competitive advantage, but it also implies that any revenue decline could quickly erode margins. The trend appears sustainable as long as persistency remains high and the company avoids significant new investments in growth.
Fortress Balance Sheet with Minimal Debt
MTG's debt-to-equity ratio of 0.13% and a P/B of 1.36 indicate a fortress balance sheet with ample capital cushion, based on EDBL's reported figures.
The near-zero leverage provides MTG with significant financial flexibility, allowing it to return capital to shareholders through buybacks and dividends while maintaining a strong PMIERs sufficiency. This conservative capital structure is a key differentiator versus peers like Radian, which carries a D/E of 0.24. However, the low leverage also suggests that MTG is not optimizing its capital structure for maximum return, which may be a deliberate choice to prioritize safety.
Valuation Discount Reflects Legacy Risk
MTG trades at a P/B of 1.36, in line with NMIH but at a premium to Radian and Essent, despite a lower ROE, as per recent market data.
MTG's P/B is comparable to peers, but its ROE of 14.5% (annualized) lags Essent's 12.0% and Radian's 12.0%, suggesting the market may be pricing in a discount for MTG's legacy portfolio risk. The premium to Radian and Essent may reflect MTG's stronger capital position and higher persistency, but the market appears to be cautious about the potential for adverse development in older vintages. Investors should monitor whether MTG can sustain its ROE advantage to justify the current valuation.
Combined Ratio Misleads Without Reserve Adjustments
The combined ratio of 19.1% is artificially low due to reserve releases, obscuring the true underwriting profitability, as reported in financial statements.
The combined ratio, while a standard metric, is distorted by favorable reserve development, which has turned the loss ratio negative in some quarters. This masks the underlying claims experience and can mislead investors into thinking underwriting is more profitable than it actually is. A more accurate measure would be the combined ratio excluding reserve releases, which would provide a clearer picture of current period underwriting performance. Investors should adjust for this non-cash, non-recurring item to assess the sustainability of earnings.