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Market sentiment signals for Essent Group (ESNT): analyst consensus, short interest, options flow and insider activity.
Analyst Consensus
Neutral
12 analysts
Options Flow (P/C)
1.00
Balanced — Neutral
Avg Consensus PT
$69
+2.2%
Highest Price Target
$80
+19.4%
Lowest Price Target
$60
-10.5%
Short Interest
6.2%
Rising — Bearish
Insider Activity (30d)
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Short Interest — % of Float
| Date | Firm | Analyst & Accuracy | Upside / Downside | PT Change | Action | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 30, 2026 | B of A Securities | Mihir Bhatia— | +1.5% | $78 → $68 | Downgrade | Buy→Neutral |
| Oct 12, 2026 | JP Morgan | Richard Shane— | -1.5% | $72 → $66 | Maintained | Neutral |