MARKEL CORP's ticker is MKL and the CUSIP is 570535104. A total of 491 filers reported holding MARKEL CORP in Q1 2018. The put-call ratio across all filers is 2.49 and the average weighting 0.5%.
About MARKEL CORP
Markel Corp is a Virginia-based holding company that specializes in insurance and investment operations. The company has a long history of providing quality services to its clients, and its reputation has only grown stronger over the years. Markel Corp has a market capitalization of over $16 billion and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol MKL.
Markel Corp's insurance operations are divided into three segments: specialty, reinsurance, and insurance-linked securities. The specialty segment provides coverage for hard-to-place risks, such as horse farms and daycare centers. The reinsurance segment provides coverage to other insurance companies, while the insurance-linked securities segment invests in catastrophe bonds and other similar instruments.
Markel Corp's investment operations are managed by its subsidiary, Markel Ventures. This subsidiary invests in a wide range of businesses, including manufacturing, healthcare, and technology. Markel Ventures has a long-term investment horizon and seeks to create value for its shareholders by investing in high-quality businesses with strong management teams.
Overall, Markel Corp is a well-managed company with a strong track record of success. Its insurance and investment operations are both highly regarded in their respective industries, and the company's long-term focus on creating value for its shareholders is a key reason why it has been able to thrive for so many years.
It's important to note that this information is for educational purposes only and has not been fact-checked. As with any investment, it's important to do your own research and consult with a financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
Quarter-by-quarter ownership
| Value | Shares | Weighting | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2018 | $867,000 | -60.0% | 800 | -56.8% | 0.00% | -60.0% |
| Q1 2018 | $2,166,000 | +346.6% | 1,851 | +334.5% | 0.01% | +400.0% |
| Q4 2017 | $485,000 | -34.2% | 426 | -43.6% | 0.00% | -50.0% |
| Q2 2017 | $737,000 | -54.7% | 755 | -54.7% | 0.00% | -69.2% |
| Q1 2017 | $1,627,000 | +70.5% | 1,667 | +58.2% | 0.01% | +85.7% |
| Q4 2016 | $954,000 | -72.9% | 1,054 | -71.5% | 0.01% | -74.1% |
| Q2 2016 | $3,525,000 | -31.8% | 3,700 | -36.2% | 0.03% | -35.7% |
| Q1 2016 | $5,171,000 | +172.6% | 5,800 | +170.0% | 0.04% | +600.0% |
| Q4 2015 | $1,897,000 | -62.7% | 2,148 | -66.1% | 0.01% | -77.8% |
| Q3 2015 | $5,087,000 | +7.3% | 6,344 | +7.1% | 0.03% | -3.6% |
| Q2 2015 | $4,741,000 | +166.9% | 5,921 | +156.3% | 0.03% | +115.4% |
| Q1 2015 | $1,776,000 | +484.2% | 2,310 | +417.9% | 0.01% | +333.3% |
| Q4 2014 | $304,000 | +41.4% | 446 | +32.0% | 0.00% | +50.0% |
| Q3 2014 | $215,000 | -91.4% | 338 | -91.1% | 0.00% | -91.7% |
| Q2 2014 | $2,499,000 | +104.0% | 3,812 | +85.4% | 0.02% | +140.0% |
| Q1 2014 | $1,225,000 | +76.0% | 2,056 | +71.3% | 0.01% | +100.0% |
| Q4 2013 | $696,000 | – | 1,200 | – | 0.01% | – |
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Other shareholders
| Name | Shares | Value | Weighting ↓ |
|---|---|---|---|
| STEGINSKY CAPITAL LLC | 22,605 | $23,358,000 | 11.66% |
| Citadel Investment Advisory, Inc. | 14,318 | $14,795,000 | 10.58% |
| Broad Run Investment Management | 125,047 | $129,211,000 | 8.71% |
| Avenir Corp | 82,108 | $84,842,000 | 8.10% |
| BARR E S & CO | 74,554 | $77,037,000 | 6.70% |
| Lafayette Investments | 18,428 | $19,042,000 | 6.47% |
| BANYAN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, INC. | 8,610 | $8,897,000 | 6.41% |
| Mraz, Amerine & Associates, Inc. | 17,034 | $17,601,000 | 5.85% |
| Lincoln Capital LLC | 15,594 | $16,093,000 | 5.23% |
| PYA Waltman Capital, LLC | 8,232 | $8,506,000 | 5.07% |