Kemper Corporation (KMPR)vsThe Travelers Companies Inc (TRV)
KMPR
Kemper Corporation
$30.81
+1.72%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.81B
TRV
The Travelers Companies Inc
$297.13
-0.31%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $63.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Travelers Companies Inc generates 940% more annual revenue ($48.94B vs $4.70B). TRV leads profitability with a 15.5% profit margin vs 0.9%. KMPR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.75. TRV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
KMPR
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
TRV
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 357.6% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.1% — below average capital efficiency
0.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.8%
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.0% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KMPR
The strongest argument for KMPR centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.75 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TRV
The strongest argument for TRV centers on P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.5% and operating margin at 18.7%.
Bear Case : KMPR
The primary concerns for KMPR are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 42.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : TRV
The primary concerns for TRV are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KMPR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.16 — expect wider price swings.
TRV is growing revenue faster at 1.0% — sustainability is the question.
TRV generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
TRV scores higher overall (72/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 15.5% margins. 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.
Kemper Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
Kemper Corporation, a diversified insurance holding company, offers property and casualty and life and health insurance in the United States. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
The Travelers Companies, Inc., commonly known as Travelers, is an American insurance company.
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