American International Group Inc (AIG)vsW. R. Berkley Corp (WRB)
AIG
American International Group Inc
$75.47
+1.52%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $40.11B
WRB
W. R. Berkley Corp
$64.49
-0.83%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $24.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American International Group Inc generates 81% more annual revenue ($26.61B vs $14.71B). WRB leads profitability with a 12.1% profit margin vs 11.6%. AIG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.86. AIG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
AIG
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
WRB
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-112.5%
Fair Value
$36.92
Current Price
$75.47
$38.55 premium
Margin of Safety
-136.4%
Fair Value
$30.26
Current Price
$64.49
$34.23 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.4% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 7.2%
Earnings declined 5.6%
Distress zone — elevated risk
1.5% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 21.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AIG
The strongest argument for AIG centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.86 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WRB
The strongest argument for WRB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : AIG
The primary concerns for AIG are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : WRB
The primary concerns for WRB are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AIG profiles as a declining stock while WRB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AIG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.58 — expect wider price swings.
WRB is growing revenue faster at 1.5% — sustainability is the question.
WRB generates stronger free cash flow (896M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AIG scores higher overall (60/100 vs 55/100). Both earn "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.
American International Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - DIVERSIFIED · USA
American International Group, Inc., also known as AIG, is an American multinational finance and insurance corporation with operations in more than 80 countries and jurisdictions. The company operates through three core businesses: General Insurance, Life & Retirement, and a standalone technology-enabled subsidiary.
W. R. Berkley Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
W. R. Berkley Corporation is a commercial lines property & casualty insurance holding company organized in Delaware and based in Greenwich, Connecticut.
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