Suncorp Group Ltd
(ASX: SUN) Share Price and News
Introduction to Suncorp (ASX:SUN)
Suncorp Group is a banking and financial services entity in Australia and New Zealand. It is the 6th largest bank in Australia, only behind the so-called Big Four and Macquarie. It offers retail banking services under the Suncorp brand as well as several insurance brands including AAMI, GIO and Vero.
Suncorp's History
Suncorp's origins trace back to the early 1900s with the Queensland Agricultural Bank. In 1996, it was merged with Metway to form Suncorp. The Queensland government cashed out its 68% over the next few years.
It got into insurance substantially in the early 2000s, starting with AMP's general insurance interests. 2007 saw it buy Promina Group, a company that owned several brands including AAMI and GIO. 2022 saw it announce plans to sell its banking business and become a pure-play insurer. After nearly 2 years of battling competition regulators, the deal was approved in early 2024.
Future Outlook of Suncorp (ASX: SUN)
Suncorp is a better company for getting out of banking and focusing on insurance. Stocks like QBE (ASX:QBE) show that insurers can be good long-term investments.
Nonetheless, it has more risk than other insurers being exposed to the natural disaster-prone Queensland market.
Is Suncorp a Good Stock to Buy?
Considering Suncorp Group as an investment option reveals a complex picture. As noted above, getting out of banking was a good move, but it carries more risk than other insurers. Investors wanting exposure to insurers would be better off with companies like QBE with a more diversified exposure.
Our Stock Analysis
There are over 240 ETFs on the ASX and here’s what you need to know to profit from them
Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are an increasingly popular investment option for investors looking to diversify their portfolios. ETFs are a type…
eGaming stocks are booming, so which ones should investors look at in 2023?
eGaming stocks haven’t performed well in recent years even as the global gaming industry has grown exponentially. The global gaming…
5 tips to find a financial adviser that’s right for you
How to find a good financial adviser? It goes without saying that it can be tricky. It’s important to do your…
How to tell the difference between a nasty bear market rally and the end of a bear market?
A bear market and a bear market rally can both represent opportunities for investors. Investors can make gains during bear markets…
3 reasons lithium is what everyone’s talking about right now
No commodity has endured a hotter run than lithium. According to U.S. Global Investors, prices rose by 443% in 2021…
Why ASX mining stocks live and die by project jurisdictions
ASX mining stocks have projects in dozens of countries around the world, but some are better than others. There are two…
Frequently Asked Questions
Suncorp Group is a leading financial conglomerate in Australia and New Zealand, offering diverse services including insurance, banking, and wealth management. Founded in 1996, it's known for its strong market presence and commitment to customer service and community engagement.