Horace Mann Educators (HMN) CEO Marita Zuraitis Buys $6M of Stock

On June 24, 2026, Marita Zuraitis, the President and CEO of Horace Mann Educators Corporation, bought 141,956 shares of the company. The shares were purchased at an average price of $42.45, amounting to a total investment of approximately $6.03 million. This transaction was not part of a pre-planned trading program.

Insider Buying and Selling at Horace Mann Educators Corporation

Marita Zuraitis, as the CEO of Horace Mann, made notable transactions on June 24, 2026. On that day, she bought 141,956 shares at $42.45 each, while also selling 129,143 shares at $50.75. Earlier in the month, on June 2, she sold 7,500 shares at $46.25 under a planned arrangement. Additionally, Beverley McClure and Henry Wade Reece each acquired 2,780 shares on May 20, 2026, at $46.77 per share.

Other Institutional Activity in Horace Mann Educators Corporation

Several institutional investors have been active in Horace Mann Educators Corporation. BlackRock, Inc. increased its position by 26,413 shares, holding a total of 5,896,194 shares valued at about $251.6 million. Franklin Resources Inc. reduced its holdings by 65,091 shares, leaving it with 2,999,476 shares worth approximately $128 million. Vanguard Portfolio Management LLC opened a new position with 2,841,684 shares valued at around $121.3 million. Price T Rowe Associates Inc /MD/ added 14,664 shares, bringing its total to 2,563,874 shares, valued at $109.4 million. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP also increased its holdings by 12,556 shares, ending with 2,184,648 shares worth $93.2 million.

Horace Mann Educators Corporation Stock Up 6.7%

Shares of NYSE:HMN traded near $50.67 on Saturday. The company has a market capitalization of approximately $2.08 billion, with a P/E ratio of 12.96 and a forward P/E of 10.17. Horace Mann's beta is low at 0.13, indicating less volatility compared to the market. The stock's 52-week range is between $40.04 and $51.82, with a 50-day moving average of $46.65 and a 200-day moving average of $44.99.

Recent Earnings

Horace Mann reported revenue of about $1.71 billion, with a growth rate of 3.1%. The company's net margin stands at 9.63%, and it has a return on equity of 11.7%. Earnings per share (EPS) were $3.98. The next earnings announcement is expected on August 5, 2026.

Dividend

Horace Mann offers an annual dividend rate of $1.44, yielding 2.79% based on the current share price. The dividend payout ratio is 35.43%, which suggests a sustainable dividend policy.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

Analysts have set new price targets for Horace Mann. BMO Capital initiated coverage with a 'buy' rating and a $48 price target on July 28, 2025. Piper Sandler maintained a 'hold' rating with a $45 target on July 3, 2025. Raymond James maintained a 'buy' rating with a $49 target on May 15, 2025. Overall, the consensus price target is $52, based on two analyst opinions.

About Horace Mann Educators Corporation

Horace Mann Educators Corporation is a financial services company based in Springfield, Illinois. It operates primarily in the insurance sector, focusing on property and casualty, life and retirement, and supplemental and group benefits. The company offers a range of insurance products, including auto, home, and life insurance, as well as retirement and financial planning services. Founded in 1945, Horace Mann serves educators and their families across the United States.

Bottom Line

The recent insider buying by Horace Mann's CEO Marita Zuraitis signals confidence in the company's future. Investors often track such moves for insights, though it's important to remember insider transactions are disclosed after the fact. Horace Mann remains a key player in the insurance industry, with steady financial performance and a supportive dividend policy.