Arch Capital Group Ltd. (ACGL)vsKingstone Companies Inc (KINS)
ACGL
Arch Capital Group Ltd.
$96.09
-0.11%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $33.47B
KINS
Kingstone Companies Inc
$19.22
-0.16%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $292.71M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Arch Capital Group Ltd. generates 7991% more annual revenue ($19.23B vs $237.70M). ACGL leads profitability with a 24.4% profit margin vs 14.8%. ACGL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.06. KINS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
ACGL
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
KINS
Strong Buy70
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 27 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 29.7%
Revenue surging 25.9% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Revenue declined 10.5%
Earnings declined 7.1%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : KINS
The strongest argument for KINS centers on P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 25.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ACGL
The primary concerns for ACGL are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : KINS
The primary concerns for KINS are Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACGL profiles as a declining stock while KINS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
KINS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.46 — expect wider price swings.
KINS is growing revenue faster at 25.9% — sustainability is the question.
ACGL generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KINS scores higher overall (70/100 vs 67/100) and 25.9% 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.
Kingstone Companies Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
Kingstone Companies, Inc., through its subsidiary, Kingstone Insurance Company, underwrites property and casualty insurance products to individuals in New York. The company is headquartered in Kingston, New York.
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