Arch Capital Group Ltd. (ACGL)vsMain Street Capital Corporation (MAIN)
ACGL
Arch Capital Group Ltd.
$96.09
-0.11%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $33.47B
MAIN
Main Street Capital Corporation
$56.22
+0.75%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $5.27B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Arch Capital Group Ltd. generates 3244% more annual revenue ($19.23B vs $575.05M). MAIN leads profitability with a 78.5% profit margin vs 24.4%. 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-
MAIN
Buy60
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 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
Keeps 79 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 87.2%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Revenue declined 10.5%
Earnings declined 7.1%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.9% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
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 : MAIN
The strongest argument for MAIN centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 78.5% and operating margin at 87.2%.
Bear Case : ACGL
The primary concerns for ACGL are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : MAIN
The primary concerns for MAIN are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACGL profiles as a declining stock while MAIN is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MAIN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.73 — expect wider price swings.
MAIN is growing revenue faster at 3.9% — 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 60/100), 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.
Main Street Capital Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Main Street Capital Corporation (MAIN) is a prominent publicly traded business development company specializing in customized debt and equity financing solutions for lower middle-market businesses across diverse industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, and business services. With a strategic focus on long-term value creation, MAIN aims to deliver compelling risk-adjusted returns while supporting the growth of its portfolio companies. Its seasoned investment team utilizes deep industry insights and a disciplined investment approach to cultivate significant income streams and promote sustainable success in the private equity landscape.
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