Arch Capital Group Ltd. (ACGL)vsM&T Bank Corporation (MTB)
ACGL
Arch Capital Group Ltd.
$94.95
-0.87%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $33.06B
MTB
M&T Bank Corporation
$226.96
-0.15%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $32.94B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Arch Capital Group Ltd. generates 103% more annual revenue ($19.23B vs $9.45B). MTB leads profitability with a 32.1% profit margin vs 24.4%. ACGL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.06. MTB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
ACGL
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
MTB
Strong Buy77
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.1%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 25.5% YoY
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Revenue declined 10.5%
Earnings declined 7.1%
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : MTB
The strongest argument for MTB centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.1% and operating margin at 45.1%. PEG of 1.39 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 : MTB
The primary concerns for MTB are Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACGL profiles as a declining stock while MTB is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
MTB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.56 — expect wider price swings.
MTB is growing revenue faster at 6.2% — sustainability is the question.
ACGL generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MTB scores higher overall (77/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 32.1% 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.
M&T Bank Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
M&T Bank Corporation is an American bank holding company headquartered in Buffalo, New York.
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