Arch Capital Group Ltd. (ACGL)vsWalker & Dunlop Inc (WD)
ACGL
Arch Capital Group Ltd.
$96.09
-0.11%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $33.47B
WD
Walker & Dunlop Inc
$40.53
+0.50%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Arch Capital Group Ltd. generates 1505% more annual revenue ($19.23B vs $1.20B). ACGL leads profitability with a 24.4% profit margin vs 3.3%. 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-
WD
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
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
Areas to Watch
Revenue declined 10.5%
Earnings declined 7.1%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.2% — below average capital efficiency
3.3% margin — thin
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 : WD
The strongest argument for WD centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.09 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 : WD
The primary concerns for WD are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 3.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACGL profiles as a declining stock while WD is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
WD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.44 — expect wider price swings.
WD is growing revenue faster at -10.0% — 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 46/100), backed by strong 24.4% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" 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.
Walker & Dunlop Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · MORTGAGE FINANCE · USA
Walker & Dunlop, Inc. originates, sells and services a variety of commercial and multifamily real estate financing products and services for real estate owners and developers in the United States. The company is headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland.
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