Arch Capital Group Ltd. (ACGL)vsPennyMac Finl Svcs Inc (PFSI)
ACGL
Arch Capital Group Ltd.
$101.14
-3.26%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $35.41B
PFSI
PennyMac Finl Svcs Inc
$86.04
+0.40%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $4.34B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Arch Capital Group Ltd. generates 496% more annual revenue ($19.78B vs $3.32B). ACGL leads profitability with a 24.6% profit margin vs 15.3%. 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+
PFSI
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Revenue declined 3.3%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 16.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ACGL
The strongest argument for ACGL centers on P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. 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 : PFSI
The strongest argument for PFSI centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.3% and operating margin at 14.6%.
Bear Case : ACGL
The primary concerns for ACGL are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : PFSI
The primary concerns for PFSI are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 3.98 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PFSI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.43 — expect wider price swings.
ACGL is growing revenue faster at -3.3% — sustainability is the question.
ACGL generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
ACGL scores higher overall (79/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 24.6% 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.
PennyMac Finl Svcs Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · MORTGAGE FINANCE · USA
PennyMac Financial Services, Inc. is engaged in investment management and mortgage banking activities in the United States. The company is headquartered in Westlake Village, California.
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