EMCOR Group Inc (EME)vsW. R. Berkley Corp (WRB)
EME
EMCOR Group Inc
$817.44
-3.31%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $36.65B
WRB
W. R. Berkley Corp
$68.57
+3.41%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $25.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
EMCOR Group Inc generates 20% more annual revenue ($17.75B vs $14.85B). WRB leads profitability with a 12.6% profit margin vs 7.5%. EME appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.44. EME earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
EME
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
WRB
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
19.7% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 30.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 26.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 9.4x book value
7.5% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
4.0% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EME
The strongest argument for EME centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 19.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.44 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WRB
The strongest argument for WRB centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : EME
The primary concerns for EME are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : WRB
The primary concerns for WRB are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EME profiles as a growth stock while WRB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
EME carries more volatility with a beta of 1.12 — expect wider price swings.
EME is growing revenue faster at 19.7% — sustainability is the question.
WRB generates stronger free cash flow (640M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EME scores higher overall (66/100 vs 65/100) and 19.7% revenue growth. 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.
EMCOR Group Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
EMCOR Group, Inc. provides electrical and mechanical installation and construction services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut.
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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