GSHDFinancial Services · Insurance BrokersThe 13 Wall Street analysts covering Goosehead Insurance, Inc. hold a median 12-month price target of $72 — +8.6% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 47 of 100 as at 15 Aug 2026 — in the lower half.
Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores Goosehead Insurance, Inc. on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.
Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested
Accruals (77): Reported profit is backed by cash, and the company is not expanding recklessly.
Value (17): The shares cost a lot relative to the profits and assets behind them.
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The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on GSHD, reported as data — targets and ratings, the market's view beside the model's.
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
The green dot is the last close — the median target sits +8.6% from it.
Of the 20 most recent actions, 7 moved their price target up and 1 moved it down.
| Date | Firm | Action | Rating | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 July 2026 | UBS | Maintains | Buy | $70 → $72 |
| 23 July 2026 | Keefe, Bruyette & Woods | Maintains | Outperform | $80 → $72 |
| 23 July 2026 | RBC Capital | Maintains | Sector Perform | $55 → $58 |
| 15 July 2026 | Piper Sandler | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 15 July 2026 | Piper Sandler | Maintains | Overweight | $52 → $72 |
| 13 July 2026 | JP Morgan | Maintains | Neutral | $55 → $60 |
| 13 July 2026 | JP Morgan | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 13 July 2026 | RBC Capital | Maintains | Sector Perform | $52 → $55 |
| 13 July 2026 | RBC Capital | Maintains | Sector Perform | — |
| 9 July 2026 | Cantor Fitzgerald | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 9 July 2026 | Cantor Fitzgerald | Maintains | Overweight | $67 → $76 |
| 8 July 2026 | UBS | Maintains | Buy | $67 → $70 |
| 8 July 2026 | UBS | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 9 June 2026 | UBS | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 26 May 2026 | Piper Sandler | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 14 May 2026 | JP Morgan | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 27 Apr 2026 | UBS | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 23 Apr 2026 | Keefe, Bruyette & Woods | Maintains | Outperform | — |
| 23 Apr 2026 | Piper Sandler | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 23 Apr 2026 | RBC Capital | Maintains | Sector Perform | — |
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Computed off the Friday close and sent before the US open.
Market Radar reports the week’s largest rank changes across roughly 4,600 US stocks, the factor behind each one, and where the market went. GSHD appears on the weeks it earns a place.
Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.
A margin means little on its own. Each bar marks where the figure sits across the whole US universe we score.
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A Goosehead Insurance director purchased 1,600 shares at $63.14 per share on July 31, 2026, representing a total commitment of roughly $101,000. The transaction established a new direct equity position of 1,600 shares for the insider.
Why it matters — Insider share purchases are often watched by GSHD investors as a signal of confidence in the company's prospects.
A company director acquired 1,600 shares of the insurance stock at $63.14 per share, a total capital commitment of roughly $101,000, on July 31, 2026. The transaction established a new direct equity position of 1,600 shares for the insider.
Why it matters — A GSHD watcher would note that an insider established a new direct equity position through a personal share purchase, which can be seen as a signal of confidence in the company.
Seeking Alpha reported on Goosehead Insurance's Q2 2026 results, noting 20% year-over-year revenue growth to $113.4 million and 86% client retention. The article highlighted the company's dual distribution model while flagging that its forward P/E of 36.7x leaves little room for error.
Why it matters — The report balances Goosehead's strong operational performance and scalable business model against significant valuation risk that could materialize if growth or retention declines.
Goosehead Insurance reported strong Q2 results with revenue up 21% and adjusted EBITDA up 30%, though shares remain pressured by AI disintermediation fears and pricing competition from direct insurance purchasing models.
Why it matters — GSHD watchers would care because the company's solid operational performance is being weighed against longer-term structural risks from AI and direct-to-consumer insurance models. Why it matters: The improved client retention and AI adoption show operational progress, but slower core revenue growth relative to premium growth signals lingering competitive headwinds.
The 13 Wall Street analysts covering Goosehead Insurance, Inc. have a median 12-month price target of $72, with estimates ranging from $44 to $100. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Of the 13 analysts covering Goosehead Insurance, Inc., 6 rate it a Buy, 6 a Hold and 1 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks Goosehead Insurance, Inc. 47 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 15 Aug 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.
As at 15 Aug 2026, Goosehead Insurance, Inc. ranks 47 out of 100 on Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model — a percentile across roughly 4,600 US stocks, built from its factor families. Its strongest factor family is Accruals (77 of 100).
No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 13 analysts implies +8.6% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks Goosehead Insurance, Inc. 47 out of 100 as at 15 Aug 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.
No analyst covering Goosehead Insurance, Inc. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for GSHD are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $44 to $100 over the next 12 months.
Goosehead Insurance, Inc. returned -23.3% over the 12 months to 14 Aug 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.
Goosehead Insurance Inc. operates as a personal lines insurance agency in the United States.
The most recent item we track (The Motley Fool, 6 Aug 2026): "Goosehead Insurance Director Buys $100K oif Shares. What Does This Signal to Investors?". A Goosehead Insurance director purchased 1,600 shares at $63.14 per share on July 31, 2026, representing a total commitment of roughly $101,000. The transaction established a new direct equity position of 1,600 shares for the insider.
Goosehead Insurance Inc. operates as a personal lines insurance agency in the United States. The company's primary function is to provide a platform connecting clients with a broad spectrum of insurance companies, offering tailored policies in areas such as homeowners, auto, flood, and umbrella insurance. Known for leveraging a franchise business model, Goosehead Insurance empowers independent agents to access its expansive product offerings and technology-driven service tools. This approach not only enhances distribution efficiency but also elevates customer service by providing clients with well-matched insurance solutions tailored to individual needs. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Westlake, Texas, Goosehead Insurance has gained market significance by revolutionizing how personal insurance needs are met, emphasizing transparency, choice, and technology integration. The company impacts sectors including residential real estate and automotive through its innovative agency model, fostering a more dynamic and client-centric experience in the insurance landscape.
CEO Mr. Mark K. Miller CPA · 1,600 employees · United States · https://www.goosehead.com