F&G Annuities & Life Hits 1-Year Low Amid Analyst Downgrades

Shares of the insurance company fall as analysts cut ratings and targets

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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Shares of F&G Annuities & Life (NYSE:FG) hit a new 52-week low on Thursday, trading as low as $22.23 per share. The company's stock has been downgraded by several analysts in recent weeks, with one firm cutting its rating to 'Strong Sell'. F&G Annuities & Life is the principal life insurance and annuity subsidiary of F&G Financial Group, headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa.

Why it matters

The decline in F&G Annuities & Life's stock price and the negative analyst sentiment reflect broader challenges facing the insurance industry, including low interest rates, market volatility, and increased competition. As a major player in the fixed indexed annuities and life insurance markets, F&G's performance is closely watched by investors and industry observers.

The details

Analysts at Barclays, Wall Street Zen, and Zacks Research have all downgraded their ratings on F&G Annuities & Life in recent weeks. Barclays maintained a $31 price target, while Wall Street Zen and Zacks cut their ratings to 'Hold' and 'Strong Sell', respectively. The company reported weaker-than-expected earnings in its most recent quarter, missing consensus estimates by a wide margin.

  • Shares of F&G Annuities & Life hit a new 52-week low of $22.23 on Thursday, February 26, 2026.
  • The company reported earnings on Thursday, February 19, 2026.

The players

F&G Annuities & Life

The principal life insurance and annuity subsidiary of F&G Financial Group, a publicly traded financial services holding company headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa.

Barclays

A multinational investment bank that has maintained a $31 price target on F&G Annuities & Life.

Wall Street Zen

A financial research firm that has downgraded F&G Annuities & Life from 'Buy' to 'Hold'.

Zacks Research

An investment research firm that has cut its rating on F&G Annuities & Life to 'Strong Sell'.

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What they’re saying

“We must see improved financial performance from F&G Annuities & Life before we can recommend the stock.”

— Analyst (Zacks Research)

What’s next

Investors will be closely watching for any updates or guidance from F&G Annuities & Life management in the coming weeks as the company works to address the concerns raised by analysts.

The takeaway

The decline in F&G Annuities & Life's stock price and the negative analyst sentiment highlight the challenges facing the insurance industry, including low interest rates, market volatility, and increased competition. As a major player in the fixed indexed annuities and life insurance markets, the company's performance will continue to be closely watched by investors and industry observers.