EMCOR Group Inc (EME)vsW. R. Berkley Corp (WRB)
EME
EMCOR Group Inc
$943.75
+1.12%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $40.24B
WRB
W. R. Berkley Corp
$66.12
-0.56%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $25.89B
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 1.08. WRB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
EME
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
WRB
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 39 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
19.7% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 30.0% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 20 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 26.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.4x book value
7.5% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
4.0% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EME
The strongest argument for EME centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.08 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WRB
The strongest argument for WRB centers on Return on 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, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
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 1.11 — 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
WRB scores higher overall (65/100 vs 64/100). 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.
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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