Arch Capital Group Ltd. (ACGL)vsFactSet Research Systems Inc (FDS)
ACGL
Arch Capital Group Ltd.
$103.94
+1.40%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $34.24B
FDS
FactSet Research Systems Inc
$312.68
+1.01%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $10.73B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Arch Capital Group Ltd. generates 677% more annual revenue ($19.23B vs $2.48B). ACGL leads profitability with a 24.4% profit margin vs 21.5%. ACGL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.06. ACGL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
ACGL
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
FDS
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 26.6%
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 24.7%
Areas to Watch
Revenue declined 10.5%
Earnings declined 7.1%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 15.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ACGL
The strongest argument for ACGL centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. 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 : FDS
The strongest argument for FDS centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.5% and operating margin at 24.7%. PEG of 1.22 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ACGL
The primary concerns for ACGL are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : FDS
The primary concerns for FDS are Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACGL profiles as a declining stock while FDS is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
FDS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.77 — expect wider price swings.
FDS is growing revenue faster at 6.3% — sustainability is the question.
ACGL generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ACGL scores higher overall (67/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 24.4% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "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.
FactSet Research Systems Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
FactSet Research Systems Inc. provides integrated financial information and analytical applications to investment and corporate communities in the Americas, EMEA, and Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut.
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