Erie Indemnity Company's (ERIE) stock saw a significant surge of 7.41% on Friday, outperforming the broader market. This impressive rally was primarily driven by the company's better-than-expected earnings results for the fourth quarter of 2024 and positive analyst sentiment.

According to the earnings summary, Erie Indemnity reported an adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $2.91 for the quarter ended December 31, 2024, exceeding the average analyst estimate of $2.76. The company's revenue also rose 13% year-over-year to $924.09 million, although it slightly missed analysts' expectations of $925.12 million. The strong earnings performance, coupled with the company's track record of consistently beating estimates over the past year, fueled investor confidence and contributed to the stock's upward momentum.

Additionally, a report from William Blair analyst Adam Klauber maintained a Buy rating on Erie Indemnity, further boosting investor sentiment. The analyst's positive outlook on the company's prospects likely played a role in attracting more buyers to the stock.