Arch Capital Group Ltd. (ACGL)vsPJT Partners Inc (PJT)
ACGL
Arch Capital Group Ltd.
$96.09
-0.11%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $33.47B
PJT
PJT Partners Inc
$163.21
-4.97%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $7.76B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Arch Capital Group Ltd. generates 920% more annual revenue ($19.23B vs $1.89B). ACGL leads profitability with a 24.4% profit margin vs 10.6%. ACGL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.06. PJT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
ACGL
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
PJT
Strong Buy68
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
Every $100 of equity generates 68 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 21.0%
19.5% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 37.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Revenue declined 10.5%
Earnings declined 7.1%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 13.4x book value
Elevated debt levels
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 : PJT
The strongest argument for PJT centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 19.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.36 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 : PJT
The primary concerns for PJT are Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACGL profiles as a declining stock while PJT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PJT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.83 — expect wider price swings.
PJT is growing revenue faster at 19.5% — sustainability is the question.
ACGL generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PJT scores higher overall (68/100 vs 67/100) and 19.5% 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.
PJT Partners Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
PJT Partners Inc., an investment bank, provides a variety of shareholder, restructuring and special situations, and capital market advisory services to corporations, financial backers, institutional investors and governments worldwide. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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