VRTS - NASDAQ
Virtus Investment Partners, Inc.
$140.93
-4.3%Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. is a publicly owned investment manager. The firm primarily provides its services to individual and institutional clients. It launches separate client focused equity and fixed income portfolios. The firm launches equity, fixed income, and balanced mutual funds for its clients. It invests in the public equity, fixed income, and real estate markets. The firm also invests in exchange traded funds. It employs a multi manager approach for its products. The firm employs quantitative analysis to make its investments. It benchmarks the performance of its portfolios against the S&P 500 Index. The firm conducts in-house research to make its investments. Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. was founded in 1988 and is based in Hartford, Connecticut.
At a Glance
Live SnapshotVirtus Investment Partners, Inc. Street Expectations Map
Wall Street analysts project that VRTS stock may see slight declines over the coming 12 months. The consensus 1-year price target stands at 135.67, with estimates ranging from a low of 112.00 to a high of 170.00.
The consensus 1-year price target stands at 135.67, with estimates ranging from a low of 112.00 to a high of 170.00.
Analyst Consensus Analysis
Upside Potential
Fair value territory. Stock trading near consensus target suggests limited near-term catalysts. Focus on fundamental developments.
Analyst Agreement
Mixed analyst views. Wide target range suggests differing opinions on key value drivers, growth prospects, or risk factors.
Risk-Reward Profile
Balanced risk-reward. Upside and downside potential relatively symmetric. Suitable for moderate risk tolerance with conviction in thesis.
Analyst Conviction
Neutral sentiment. Fair value pricing with moderate agreement suggests wait-and-see approach or catalyst-driven opportunity.
Market Sentiment Insight
Monitor and evaluate: Current analyst consensus suggests limited conviction or near-term catalysts. Stay informed on company developments and reassess positioning as new information emerges.
Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. Forward Estimates of Revenue
Forward Growth Analysis
Significant contraction projected—major business challenges or industry disruption likely.
Limited coverage may indicate reduced institutional interest or information availability.
Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.
Mixed signals—some positive indicators offset by concerns about growth or uncertainty.
Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. Forward Estimates of Net Income
Forward Growth Analysis
Strong growth expectations signal robust business momentum and market opportunity expansion.
Limited coverage may indicate reduced institutional interest or information availability.
Reasonable estimate spread indicates general agreement with normal forecast variance.
Generally favorable outlook with reasonable growth prospects and analyst support.
Key Insight
Limited coverage with volatile estimates: Few analysts covering despite significant projected changes may indicate information gaps or emerging risks.
Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. Forward Estimates of EPS
Forward Growth Analysis
Strong growth expectations signal robust business momentum and market opportunity expansion.
Limited coverage may indicate reduced institutional interest or information availability.
Reasonable estimate spread indicates general agreement with normal forecast variance.
Generally favorable outlook with reasonable growth prospects and analyst support.
Key Insight
Limited coverage with volatile estimates: Few analysts covering despite significant projected changes may indicate information gaps or emerging risks.
Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. Forward Estimates of EBIT
Forward Growth Analysis
Declining expectations indicate headwinds—investigate whether temporary or structural issues.
Limited coverage may indicate reduced institutional interest or information availability.
Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.
Mixed signals—some positive indicators offset by concerns about growth or uncertainty.
Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. Forward Estimates of EBITDA
Forward Growth Analysis
Flat growth suggests market maturity or near-term challenges offsetting expansion efforts.
Limited coverage may indicate reduced institutional interest or information availability.
Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.
Mixed signals—some positive indicators offset by concerns about growth or uncertainty.
Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. Forward Estimates of SG&A Expense
Forward Growth Analysis
Significant contraction projected—major business challenges or industry disruption likely.
Limited coverage may indicate reduced institutional interest or information availability.
Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.
Mixed signals—some positive indicators offset by concerns about growth or uncertainty.
Key Insight
Limited coverage with volatile estimates: Few analysts covering despite significant projected changes may indicate information gaps or emerging risks.
Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. Insider Positioning
During the last 12 months, insiders have purchased $246K and sold $449K worth of VRTS shares, resulting in $202K of net selling activity.
3 Months
1.9K
246.28K
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3-6 Months
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2.8K
448.70K
-449K
-$449K
6-9 Months
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9-12 Months
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Top Buyers
Morris W Howard
Director
$246K
Top Sellers
Fleming Susan S.
Director
$449K
Insider Activity Analysis
Net Insider Sentiment
Slightly bearish with $202K net selling. Selling modestly exceeds buying, which could be routine diversification rather than concern.
Buy/Sell Ratio
Moderately negative ratio. Selling is roughly double the buying, which may be routine or signal caution.
Recent Trend (3 Months)
Very strong recent buying momentum. Recent insider purchases significantly outpace sales, suggesting near-term optimism.
Insider Participation
1 insider buyers and 1 sellers. Equal participation suggests mixed or neutral insider views.
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Research Paths
Snapshot
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Value Model
Stress test fair value across bear, base, and bull assumptions.
Statements
Validate revenue quality, margins, and balance sheet durability.
Earnings Call
Read management commentary and compare it with reported outcomes.
Dividends
Check payout sustainability and long-term distribution behavior.
Analyst Expectations
Review consensus spread and where estimate risk is concentrated.