The Allstate Corporation (ALL)vsLoews Corp (L)
ALL
The Allstate Corporation
$221.01
+4.82%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $54.18B
L
Loews Corp
$107.57
+2.43%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $22.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Allstate Corporation generates 268% more annual revenue ($68.17B vs $18.51B). ALL leads profitability with a 17.8% profit margin vs 8.8%. L appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.32. ALL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
ALL
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
L
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 38 in profit
Earnings expanding 338.4% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.0% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
1.4% revenue growth
Earnings declined 6.3%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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 : L
The strongest argument for L centers on Price/Book, P/E Ratio. PEG of 1.32 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ALL
The primary concerns for ALL are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : L
The primary concerns for L are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
L carries more volatility with a beta of 0.54 — expect wider price swings.
ALL is growing revenue faster at 3.0% — sustainability is the question.
ALL generates stronger free cash flow (3.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
ALL scores higher overall (77/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 17.8% 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.
The Allstate Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
The Allstate Corporation is an American insurance company, headquartered in Northfield Township, Illinois.
Visit Website →Loews Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
Loews Corporation is an American conglomerate headquartered in New York City. The company's majority-stake holdings include CNA Financial Corporation, Diamond Offshore Drilling, Boardwalk Pipeline Partners, Loews Hotels and Altium Packaging.
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