Verisk Analytics (VRSK) Fell Following the Quarterly Results

Group 1 - Brown Advisory Mid-Cap Growth Strategy underperformed its benchmark, the Russell Midcap® Growth Index, which increased approximately 3% in the third quarter of 2025 [1] - The investor letter highlighted Verisk Analytics, Inc. (NASDAQ:VRSK), which experienced a one-month return of -1.10% and a 52-week loss of 22.98%, closing at $219.17 per share with a market capitalization of $30.607 billion on December 17, 2025 [2] - Concerns regarding Verisk Analytics, Inc. were raised due to slowing growth and a significant acquisition, although the company views the slowdown as temporary and the acquisition as a strategic fit for long-term growth [3] Group 2 - Verisk Analytics, Inc. was held by 55 hedge fund portfolios at the end of the third quarter, an increase from 49 in the previous quarter, but it is not among the 30 most popular stocks among hedge funds [4] - The company is considered to have potential as an investment, but certain AI stocks are viewed as offering greater upside potential and less downside risk [4]