Marsh & McLennan Shares Tumble 10.63% in Four Days Despite Strong Q1 Earnings

On April 21, Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (MMC) saw a decline of 3.62%, marking its fourth consecutive day of losses. Over the past four days, the company's shares have dropped a notable 10.63%, reaching their lowest intraday price since January 2025.

Keefe, Bruyette & Woods maintained their current rating on Marsh & McLennan, assessing it as underperforming in the market, with a recent target price set at $215.00. This reflects a cautious outlook amidst a broader downturn in the company's stock performance.

Marsh & McLennan, established in 1871, operates globally as a leading professional services firm specializing in risk, strategy, and people sectors. Its various divisions offer a plethora of services aimed at enhancing customer value. Marsh focuses on data-driven risk advisory and insurance solutions for both commercial and individual clients. Guy Carpenter aids clients in achieving profitable growth through sophisticated risk management, reinsurance, and capital strategies. Mercer provides advisory and tech-driven solutions to help organizations reinvent the workforce, improve pensions and investment outcomes, and enhance health and well-being in an evolving labor market. The Oliver Wyman Group serves both the private sector and governmental bodies as strategic advisors.

On April 17, Marsh & McLennan released its first-quarter financial results for 2025. The company's revenue was reported at $70.61 billion, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 9.08%. Net earnings stood at $14.12 billion, with a basic earnings per share of $2.81, underscoring robust financial health notwithstanding the recent stock market turbulence.