FTI Consulting Inc (FCN)vsVerisk Analytics Inc (VRSK)
FCN
FTI Consulting Inc
$168.56
-1.54%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $5.20B
VRSK
Verisk Analytics Inc
$185.05
-4.97%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $27.14B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
FTI Consulting Inc generates 23% more annual revenue ($3.79B vs $3.07B). VRSK leads profitability with a 29.6% profit margin vs 7.1%. FCN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.96. FCN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
FCN
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
VRSK
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+59.3%
Fair Value
$385.63
Current Price
$168.56
$217.07 discount
Margin of Safety
-91.5%
Fair Value
$90.72
Current Price
$185.05
$94.33 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 29.3% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 44 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 44.0%
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
7.1% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.5% earnings growth
Trading at 83.0x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FCN
The strongest argument for FCN centers on Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 10.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.96 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : VRSK
The strongest argument for VRSK centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.6% and operating margin at 44.0%.
Bear Case : FCN
The primary concerns for FCN are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : VRSK
The primary concerns for VRSK are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FCN profiles as a value stock while VRSK is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
VRSK carries more volatility with a beta of 0.80 — expect wider price swings.
FCN is growing revenue faster at 10.7% — sustainability is the question.
FCN generates stronger free cash flow (347M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FCN scores higher overall (63/100 vs 61/100) and 10.7% revenue growth. 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.
FTI Consulting Inc
INDUSTRIALS · CONSULTING SERVICES · USA
FTI Consulting, Inc. provides business advisory services to manage change, mitigate risk, and resolve disputes on a global basis. The company is headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia.
Verisk Analytics Inc
INDUSTRIALS · CONSULTING SERVICES · USA
Verisk Analytics, Inc. is an American data analytics and risk assessment firm based in Jersey City, New Jersey, with customers in insurance, natural resources, financial services, government, and risk management sectors. The company uses proprietary data sets and industry expertise to provide predictive analytics and decision support consultations in areas including fraud prevention, actuarial science, insurance coverage, fire protection, catastrophe and weather risk, and data management.
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