HCI Group Inc (HCI)vsW. R. Berkley Corp (WRB)
HCI
HCI Group Inc
$148.98
-2.14%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.90B
WRB
W. R. Berkley Corp
$66.41
+1.11%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $24.72B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
W. R. Berkley Corp generates 1501% more annual revenue ($14.85B vs $927.39M). HCI leads profitability with a 32.6% profit margin vs 12.6%. HCI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.97. HCI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
HCI
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
WRB
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 39 in profit
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 47.9%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
1.7% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
4.0% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HCI
The strongest argument for HCI centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.6% and operating margin at 47.9%. Revenue growth of 12.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WRB
The strongest argument for WRB centers on Return on Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : HCI
The primary concerns for HCI are EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bear Case : WRB
The primary concerns for WRB are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HCI profiles as a mature stock while WRB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HCI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.09 — expect wider price swings.
HCI is growing revenue faster at 12.2% — sustainability is the question.
WRB generates stronger free cash flow (640M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HCI scores higher overall (77/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 32.6% margins and 12.2% 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.
HCI Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
HCI Group, Inc. is engaged in the property and casualty insurance, reinsurance, real estate and information technology businesses in Florida. The company is headquartered in Tampa, Florida.
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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