Corebridge Financial’s $0.25 Billion Volume Ranks 411th as Institutional Stake Shifts and Insiders Cut Holdings

On August 11, 2025, Corebridge Financial (CRBG) edged up 0.12%, with a trading volume of $0.25 billion, ranking 411th in the market. Institutional activity highlighted shifting investor sentiment, as Burkehill Global Management LP reduced its stake by 50%, selling 250,000 shares, while entities like Bank of New York Mellon Corp and Envestnet Asset Management Inc increased holdings by 14.7% and 227.6%, respectively. Meanwhile, major insider International Group American sold 30 million shares, marking a 26.34% reduction in its ownership.

Analysts have adjusted price targets, with Piper Sandler and BMO Capital raising estimates to $40–$44, reflecting a "Moderate Buy" consensus. Despite a negative net margin of 1.80%, the company reported Q2 earnings of $1.36 per share, exceeding estimates. A quarterly dividend of $0.24, yielding 2.9%, was declared, though the payout ratio remains negative at -157.38%. These developments underscore a mixed outlook, balancing earnings resilience with structural challenges.

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