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The Allstate Corporation (ALL)vsKinsale Capital Group Inc (KNSL)

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Smart Verdict

WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison

The Allstate Corporation generates 3456% more annual revenue ($68.17B vs $1.92B). KNSL leads profitability with a 27.5% profit margin vs 17.8%. KNSL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.01. KNSL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).

ALL

Strong Buy

77

out of 100

Grade: B+

Growth: 6.7Profit: 8.0Value: 6.3Quality: 5.5
Piotroski: 5/9Altman Z: 1.42

KNSL

Strong Buy

77

out of 100

Grade: B+

Growth: 8.0Profit: 9.0Value: 6.3Quality: 5.5
Piotroski: 4/9Altman Z: 1.22

Key Strengths & Concerns

Side-by-side fundamental analysis

Key Strengths

ALL6 strengths · Avg: 9.3/10
P/E RatioValuation
4.7x10/10

Attractively priced relative to earnings

Return on EquityProfitability
38.4%10/10

Every $100 of equity generates 38 in profit

EPS GrowthGrowth
338.4%10/10

Earnings expanding 338.4% YoY

Market CapQuality
$54.18B9/10

Large-cap with strong market position

Debt/EquityHealth
0.249/10

Conservative balance sheet, low leverage

Price/BookValuation
1.9x8/10

Reasonable price relative to book value

KNSL6 strengths · Avg: 8.8/10
Operating MarginProfitability
30.6%10/10

Strong operational efficiency at 30.6%

Return on EquityProfitability
26.8%9/10

Every $100 of equity generates 27 in profit

Profit MarginProfitability
27.5%9/10

Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit

Debt/EquityHealth
0.119/10

Conservative balance sheet, low leverage

P/E RatioValuation
13.7x8/10

Attractively priced relative to earnings

EPS GrowthGrowth
27.4%8/10

Earnings expanding 27.4% YoY

Areas to Watch

ALL3 concerns · Avg: 3.3/10
PEG RatioValuation
2.484/10

Expensive relative to growth rate

Revenue GrowthGrowth
3.0%4/10

3.0% revenue growth

Altman Z-ScoreHealth
1.422/10

Distress zone — elevated risk

KNSL1 concerns · Avg: 2.0/10
Altman Z-ScoreHealth
1.222/10

Distress zone — elevated risk

Comparative Analysis Report

WallStSmart Research

Bull Case : ALL

The strongest argument for ALL centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.8% and operating margin at 19.0%.

Bull Case : KNSL

The strongest argument for KNSL centers on Operating Margin, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.5% and operating margin at 30.6%. Revenue growth of 10.2% demonstrates continued momentum.

Bear Case : ALL

The primary concerns for ALL are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.

Bear Case : KNSL

The primary concerns for KNSL are Altman Z-Score.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

ALL profiles as a value stock while KNSL is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.

KNSL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.91 — expect wider price swings.

KNSL is growing revenue faster at 10.2% — sustainability is the question.

ALL generates stronger free cash flow (3.5B), providing more financial flexibility.

Bottom Line

ALL scores higher overall (77/100 vs 77/100), backed by strong 17.8% margins. Both earn "Strong 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.

The Allstate Corporation

FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA

The Allstate Corporation is an American insurance company, headquartered in Northfield Township, Illinois.

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Kinsale Capital Group Inc

FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA

Kinsale Capital Group, Inc., a specialty insurance company, offers property and casualty insurance products in the United States. The company is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia.

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