Arch Capital Group Ltd (ACGL)vsWest Bancorporation (WTBA)
ACGL
Arch Capital Group Ltd
$94.70
+0.59%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $33.14B
WTBA
West Bancorporation
$23.84
-0.63%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $408.85M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Arch Capital Group Ltd generates 19859% more annual revenue ($19.78B vs $99.09M). WTBA leads profitability with a 35.6% profit margin vs 24.6%. ACGL trades at a lower P/E of 7.2x. ACGL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
ACGL
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
WTBA
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 94.6% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 51.8%
16.6% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 32.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Revenue declined 3.3%
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, EPS Growth. 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 : WTBA
The strongest argument for WTBA centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.6% and operating margin at 51.8%. Revenue growth of 16.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ACGL
The primary concerns for ACGL are Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : WTBA
The primary concerns for WTBA are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACGL profiles as a declining stock while WTBA is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WTBA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.81 — expect wider price swings.
WTBA is growing revenue faster at 16.6% — sustainability is the question.
ACGL generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ACGL scores higher overall (79/100 vs 64/100), 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.
West Bancorporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
West Bancorporation, Inc. is West Bank's financial holding company providing trust and community banking services to individuals and small and medium-sized businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa.
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