Best Income Stocks to Buy for July 8th
BWMX, AVVIY and NWBI made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) income stocks list on July 8, 2025.
All You Need to Know About Aviva (AVVIY) Rating Upgrade to Buy
Aviva (AVVIY) might move higher on growing optimism about its earnings prospects, which is reflected by its upgrade to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).
Aviva to complete Direct Line takeover today after CMA green light
Aviva PLC's (LSE:AV.) £3.7 billion takeover of Direct Line Insurance Group PLC (LSE:DLG) has been waved through by the UK competition watchdog, meaning the deal has been given full regulatory clearance.
Aviva expects to complete Direct Line takeover on 1 July
Aviva PLC (LSE:AV.) is confident that its acquisition of Direct Line Insurance Group PLC (LSE:DLG) will be completed by the start of next month after the the UK competition watchdog indicated the deal will be approved.
Aviva: Upside To Consensus As We Wait Direct Line Acquisition
Aviva's acquisition of Direct Line is expected to boost EPS by 15% within two years, supporting a compelling total return of over 10%. Q1 2025 results exceeded expectations in life, retirement, and protection, with strong cash generation and a robust Solvency II ratio. We have raised our EPS projections for 2025–2028, reflecting upgraded outlooks. Given the improved business mix and conservative consensus, we reiterate our overweight rating.
Aviva: Upside Potential Seems Limited Following Strong Share Price Rally
Aviva continues to deliver strong operating momentum, with robust premium growth, higher profits, and a solid capital position supporting its investment case. The Direct Line acquisition is set to enhance Aviva's market position and accelerate its shift toward capital-light operations, boosting long-term growth potential. Despite a healthy 5.8% dividend yield and ongoing capital returns, Aviva's yield premium over peers has narrowed, slightly reducing its income appeal.
Aviva downgraded as returns 'among lowest in Europe's big insurers'
Aviva PLC (LSE:AV.) has been downgraded by investment bank Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, citing limited upside relative to peers and doubts over capital deployment potential, especially following the FTSE 100 group's acquisition of Direct Line's brokered commercial business.
New Strong Buy Stocks for May 21st
GDS, MNDY, KGC, HCSG and AVVIY have been added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List on May 21, 2025.
Best Income Stocks to Buy for May 21st
AVVIY and SMGZY made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) income stocks list on May 21, 2025.
Aviva delivers steady Q1, but investors wait for more firepower
Aviva PLC's (LSE:AV..) first-quarter update landed broadly in line with expectations, with solid numbers but little to stir the market.
Aviva shares pick up as 'mixed' results show promise
Aviva PLC (LSE:AV.) shares climbed 2.3% after the life insurer published what analysts said were slightly mixed but mostly on-target results for the first quarter and confirmed the cancellation of £200 million worth of preference shares.
Aviva gets off to strong start, confident of completing Direct Line acquisition by mid-year
Aviva PLC (LSE:AV.) reported a strong start to the year, with growth across its business lines that reinforced confidence in achieving its targets for the full year.
