Arch Capital Group Ltd (ACGL)vsPlumas Bancorp (PLBC)
ACGL
Arch Capital Group Ltd
$94.46
+1.88%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $34.58B
PLBC
Plumas Bancorp
$50.87
-2.19%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $362.98M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Arch Capital Group Ltd generates 20151% more annual revenue ($19.93B vs $98.41M). PLBC leads profitability with a 32.7% profit margin vs 22.1%. ACGL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.06. ACGL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 81/100 (A-).
ACGL
Exceptional Buy81
out of 100
Grade: A-
PLBC
Strong Buy75
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 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 29.5%
Earnings expanding 38.8% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 51.8%
Revenue surging 32.4% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
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 : PLBC
The strongest argument for PLBC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.7% and operating margin at 51.8%. Revenue growth of 32.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ACGL
No major red flags identified for ACGL, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : PLBC
The primary concerns for PLBC are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACGL profiles as a mature stock while PLBC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PLBC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.58 — expect wider price swings.
PLBC is growing revenue faster at 32.4% — 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 75/100), backed by strong 22.1% margins. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Plumas Bancorp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Plumas Bancorp is the banking holding company for Plumas Bank offering various banking products and services to small and medium-sized businesses and individuals in Northeast California and Northwest Nevada. The company is headquartered in Reno, Nevada.
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