Arch Capital Group Ltd. (ACGL)vsFirst Interstate BancSystem Inc (FIBK)
ACGL
Arch Capital Group Ltd.
$88.34
+0.58%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $32.03B
FIBK
First Interstate BancSystem Inc
$35.57
-0.42%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $3.46B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Arch Capital Group Ltd. generates 1801% more annual revenue ($19.78B vs $1.04B). FIBK leads profitability with a 30.0% profit margin vs 24.6%. ACGL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.06. ACGL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
ACGL
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
FIBK
Strong Buy71
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
Earnings expanding 94.6% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 20 in profit
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 35.1%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 25.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Revenue declined 3.3%
Distress zone — elevated risk
3.6% revenue growth
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ACGL
The strongest argument for ACGL centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.6% and operating margin at 25.3%. PEG of 1.06 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : FIBK
The strongest argument for FIBK centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.0% and operating margin at 35.1%. PEG of 1.16 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ACGL
The primary concerns for ACGL are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : FIBK
The primary concerns for FIBK are Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACGL profiles as a declining stock while FIBK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FIBK carries more volatility with a beta of 0.75 — expect wider price swings.
FIBK is growing revenue faster at 3.6% — sustainability is the question.
ACGL generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ACGL scores higher overall (79/100 vs 71/100), backed by strong 24.6% margins. 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.
First Interstate BancSystem Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
First Interstate BancSystem, Inc. is the banking holding company for First Interstate Bank offering a range of banking products and services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Billings, Montana.
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