Arch Capital Group Ltd. (ACGL)vsWhite Mountains Insurance Group Ltd (WTM)
ACGL
Arch Capital Group Ltd.
$88.34
+0.58%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $32.03B
WTM
White Mountains Insurance Group Ltd
$2,065.14
+2.46%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $5.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Arch Capital Group Ltd. generates 600% more annual revenue ($19.78B vs $2.82B). WTM leads profitability with a 37.0% profit margin vs 24.6%. WTM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.81. ACGL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
ACGL
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
WTM
Buy63
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 20 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 37 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Revenue declined 3.3%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Grey zone — moderate risk
Operating margin of 0.3%
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 10.8%
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 : WTM
The strongest argument for WTM centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.0% and operating margin at 0.3%. PEG of 0.81 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ACGL
The primary concerns for ACGL are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : WTM
The primary concerns for WTM are Altman Z-Score, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACGL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.31 — 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 63/100), 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.
White Mountains Insurance Group Ltd
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
White Mountains Insurance Group, Ltd., provides insurance services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda.
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