Arch Capital Group Ltd (ACGL)vsLake Shore Bancorp Inc (LSBK)
ACGL
Arch Capital Group Ltd
$94.46
+1.88%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $34.58B
LSBK
Lake Shore Bancorp Inc
$15.92
+0.22%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $125.42M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Arch Capital Group Ltd generates 67794% more annual revenue ($19.93B vs $29.35M). LSBK leads profitability with a 27.7% profit margin vs 22.1%. ACGL trades at a lower P/E of 8.4x. ACGL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 81/100 (A-).
ACGL
Exceptional Buy81
out of 100
Grade: A-
LSBK
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 29.5%
Earnings expanding 38.8% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 31.5%
Earnings expanding 88.2% YoY
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 21.7% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
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 22.1% and operating margin at 29.5%. PEG of 1.06 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LSBK
The strongest argument for LSBK centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.7% and operating margin at 31.5%. Revenue growth of 21.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ACGL
No major red flags identified for ACGL, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : LSBK
The primary concerns for LSBK are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACGL profiles as a mature stock while LSBK is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ACGL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.38 — expect wider price swings.
LSBK is growing revenue faster at 21.7% — sustainability is the question.
ACGL generates stronger free cash flow (1.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ACGL scores higher overall (81/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 22.1% margins. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Lake Shore Bancorp Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Lake Shore Bancorp, Inc. is the savings and loan holding company of Lake Shore Savings Bank offering banking products and services.
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