Essent Group Ltd (ESNT)vsNMI Holdings Inc (NMIH)
ESNT
Essent Group Ltd
$68.18
-0.23%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $6.15B
NMIH
NMI Holdings Inc
$43.89
-0.68%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $3.34B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Essent Group Ltd generates 81% more annual revenue ($1.32B vs $730.78M). NMIH leads profitability with a 54.1% profit margin vs 51.4%. ESNT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.84. ESNT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
ESNT
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
NMIH
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 51 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 65.7%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 54 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 76.7%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ESNT
The strongest argument for ESNT centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 51.4% and operating margin at 65.7%. Revenue growth of 13.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NMIH
The strongest argument for NMIH centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 54.1% and operating margin at 76.7%.
Bear Case : ESNT
The primary concerns for ESNT are Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : NMIH
The primary concerns for NMIH are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ESNT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.76 — expect wider price swings.
ESNT is growing revenue faster at 13.6% — sustainability is the question.
ESNT generates stronger free cash flow (196M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
ESNT scores higher overall (73/100 vs 71/100), backed by strong 51.4% margins and 13.6% revenue growth. 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.
Essent Group Ltd
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - SPECIALTY · USA
Essent Group Ltd., provides private mortgage insurance and reinsurance for mortgages secured by residential properties located in the United States. The company is headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda.
NMI Holdings Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - SPECIALTY · USA
NMI Holdings, Inc. provides private home equity insurance services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Emeryville, California.
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