Arch Capital Group Ltd. (ACGL)vsCboe Global Markets Inc (CBOE)
ACGL
Arch Capital Group Ltd.
$96.09
-0.11%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $33.47B
CBOE
Cboe Global Markets Inc
$281.04
-2.24%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $31.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Arch Capital Group Ltd. generates 280% more annual revenue ($19.23B vs $5.06B). CBOE leads profitability with a 26.7% profit margin vs 24.4%. ACGL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.06. CBOE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
ACGL
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
CBOE
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 26.6%
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Strong operational efficiency at 34.6%
Earnings expanding 50.2% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 22.9% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Revenue declined 10.5%
Earnings declined 7.1%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ACGL
The strongest argument for ACGL centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.4% and operating margin at 26.6%. PEG of 1.06 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : CBOE
The strongest argument for CBOE centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.7% and operating margin at 34.6%. Revenue growth of 22.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ACGL
The primary concerns for ACGL are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : CBOE
The primary concerns for CBOE are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACGL profiles as a declining stock while CBOE is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CBOE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.41 — expect wider price swings.
CBOE is growing revenue faster at 22.9% — sustainability is the question.
ACGL generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CBOE scores higher overall (74/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 26.7% margins and 22.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Arch Capital Group Ltd.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Arch Capital Group Ltd., offers insurance, reinsurance and mortgage products worldwide. The company is headquartered in Pembroke, Bermuda.
Cboe Global Markets Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
Cboe Global Markets is an American company that owns the Chicago Board Options Exchange and the stock exchange operator BATS Global Markets.
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