Crawford & Company (CRD-B)vsMarsh & McLennan Companies Inc (MMC)
CRD-B
Crawford & Company
$10.31
-0.96%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $503.98M
MMC
Marsh & McLennan Companies Inc
$182.70
-1.58%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $89.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Marsh & McLennan Companies Inc generates 1994% more annual revenue ($26.45B vs $1.26B). CRD-B leads profitability with a 1.4% profit margin vs 0.2%. CRD-B appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.90. MMC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
CRD-B
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D
MMC
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 2.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
1.4% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.1% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CRD-B
The strongest argument for CRD-B centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.90 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MMC
The strongest argument for MMC centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : CRD-B
The primary concerns for CRD-B are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 1.54 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 1.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : MMC
The primary concerns for MMC are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Thin 0.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MMC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.75 — expect wider price swings.
MMC is growing revenue faster at 0.1% — sustainability is the question.
MMC generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
MMC scores higher overall (62/100 vs 45/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Crawford & Company
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE BROKERS · USA
Crawford & Company provides outsourcing and claims management solutions for carriers, brokers, and corporations in the United States, United Kingdom, Europe, Canada, Australia, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
Visit Website →Marsh & McLennan Companies Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE BROKERS · USA
Marsh McLennan (formerly known as Marsh & McLennan Companies) is a global professional services firm, headquartered in New York City with businesses in insurance brokerage, risk management, reinsurance services, talent management, investment advisory, and management consulting. Its four main operating companies are Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer, and Oliver Wyman.
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