Kinsale Capital Group Inc (KNSL)vsRoyal Bank of Canada (RY)
KNSL
Kinsale Capital Group Inc
$323.61
-2.24%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $7.63B
RY
Royal Bank of Canada
$179.97
+2.71%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $250.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Royal Bank of Canada generates 3208% more annual revenue ($63.42B vs $1.92B). RY leads profitability with a 33.1% profit margin vs 27.5%. KNSL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.07. KNSL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
KNSL
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
RY
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 30.6%
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 27.4% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.2%
Generating 37.3B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KNSL
The strongest argument for KNSL centers on Operating Margin, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.5% and operating margin at 30.6%. Revenue growth of 10.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : RY
The strongest argument for RY centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.1% and operating margin at 46.2%.
Bear Case : KNSL
The primary concerns for KNSL are Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : RY
The primary concerns for RY are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KNSL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.08 — expect wider price swings.
KNSL is growing revenue faster at 10.2% — sustainability is the question.
RY generates stronger free cash flow (37.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
KNSL scores higher overall (77/100 vs 68/100), backed by strong 27.5% margins and 10.2% 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.
Kinsale Capital Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
Kinsale Capital Group, Inc., a specialty insurance company, offers property and casualty insurance products in the United States. The company is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia.
Visit Website →Royal Bank of Canada
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Royal Bank of Canada is a globally diversified financial services company. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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