Franco-Nevada Corporation (FNV)vsW. R. Berkley Corp (WRB)
FNV
Franco-Nevada Corporation
$233.67
+1.28%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $44.52B
WRB
W. R. Berkley Corp
$64.49
-0.83%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $24.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
W. R. Berkley Corp generates 715% more annual revenue ($14.71B vs $1.80B). FNV leads profitability with a 61.6% profit margin vs 12.1%. WRB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 10.11. FNV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
FNV
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
WRB
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+6.0%
Fair Value
$274.25
Current Price
$233.67
$40.58 discount
Margin of Safety
-136.4%
Fair Value
$30.26
Current Price
$64.49
$34.23 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 62 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 76.1%
Revenue surging 85.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 108.8% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
1.5% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 21.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FNV
The strongest argument for FNV centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 61.6% and operating margin at 76.1%. Revenue growth of 85.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WRB
The strongest argument for WRB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : FNV
The primary concerns for FNV are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : WRB
The primary concerns for WRB are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FNV profiles as a growth stock while WRB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FNV carries more volatility with a beta of 0.90 — expect wider price swings.
FNV is growing revenue faster at 85.8% — sustainability is the question.
WRB generates stronger free cash flow (896M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FNV scores higher overall (68/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 61.6% margins and 85.8% 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.
Franco-Nevada Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Franco-Nevada Corporation is a gold-focused royalty and flow company in the United States, Latin America, Canada, Australia, Europe and Africa, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
Visit Website →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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