AXA SA Price & Performance (AXAHF)

BNP Paribas Cardif is set to close its acquisition of AXA Investment Managers by early July, aiming to become a leading European platform for long-term savings assets. The deal is expected to slightly reduce BNP Paribas' CET1 ratio, with anticipated strong returns on invested capital by year four.123

AXA shares have reached new 52-week highs and continue to attract strong buy ratings from major analysts, with price targets up to €47.80. The upcoming sale of AXA IM to BNP Paribas could lead to a €3.8 billion buyback, further supporting shares that have outperformed the industry over the past year.4536

AXA’s board intends to extend CEO Thomas Buberl’s tenure until 2030, reinforcing leadership continuity. Buberl, who has led since 2016, is credited with guiding AXA through strategic expansions and industry challenges, positioning the insurer for further growth in a competitive market.716