MARKEL CORP's ticker is MKL and the CUSIP is 570535104. A total of 417 filers reported holding MARKEL CORP in Q1 2017. The put-call ratio across all filers is 6.29 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 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 2017 | $17,071,000 | -59.2% | 17,493 | -62.2% | 0.01% | -60.0% |
| Q4 2016 | $41,872,000 | -15.4% | 46,293 | -13.1% | 0.04% | -16.7% |
| Q3 2016 | $49,503,000 | -2.7% | 53,300 | -0.2% | 0.04% | -2.3% |
| Q2 2016 | $50,878,000 | +18.4% | 53,400 | +10.8% | 0.04% | +16.2% |
| Q1 2016 | $42,974,000 | +75.0% | 48,200 | +73.4% | 0.04% | +76.2% |
| Q4 2015 | $24,557,000 | -46.6% | 27,800 | -51.6% | 0.02% | 0.0% |
| Q3 2015 | $46,026,000 | +136.6% | 57,400 | +136.2% | 0.02% | +31.2% |
| Q2 2015 | $19,457,000 | +19.9% | 24,300 | +15.2% | 0.02% | +23.1% |
| Q1 2015 | $16,225,000 | -1.8% | 21,100 | -12.8% | 0.01% | -7.1% |
| Q4 2014 | $16,525,000 | +24.9% | 24,200 | +16.3% | 0.01% | +16.7% |
| Q3 2014 | $13,232,000 | +26.9% | 20,800 | +30.8% | 0.01% | +20.0% |
| Q2 2014 | $10,425,000 | +21.4% | 15,900 | +10.4% | 0.01% | +25.0% |
| Q1 2014 | $8,584,000 | -18.3% | 14,400 | -20.4% | 0.01% | -20.0% |
| Q4 2013 | $10,504,000 | +61.0% | 18,100 | +43.7% | 0.01% | +66.7% |
| Q3 2013 | $6,524,000 | +209.5% | 12,600 | +215.0% | 0.01% | +200.0% |
| Q2 2013 | $2,108,000 | – | 4,000 | – | 0.00% | – |
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Other shareholders
| Name | Shares | Value | Weighting ↓ |
|---|---|---|---|
| STEGINSKY CAPITAL LLC | 37,555 | $48,568,000 | 17.35% |
| Citadel Investment Advisory, Inc. | 16,011 | $20,706,000 | 14.04% |
| Capco Asset Management, LLC | 28,343 | $36,655,000 | 11.06% |
| Graham Holdings Co | 55,430 | $71,685,000 | 11.05% |
| Broad Run Investment Management | 92,017 | $119,001,000 | 10.84% |
| Avenir Corp | 82,046 | $106,106,000 | 10.14% |
| BANYAN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, INC. | 10,695 | $13,831,000 | 9.33% |
| BARR E S & CO | 77,602 | $100,359,000 | 8.18% |
| Lafayette Investments | 20,250 | $26,188,000 | 7.56% |
| PYA Waltman Capital, LLC | 10,133 | $13,105,000 | 7.31% |