Loews Corp (L)vsW. R. Berkley Corp (WRB)
L
Loews Corp
$109.97
-1.23%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $22.53B
WRB
W. R. Berkley Corp
$75.12
-0.05%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $27.14B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Loews Corp generates 26% more annual revenue ($18.69B vs $14.87B). WRB leads profitability with a 12.5% profit margin vs 9.0%. L appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.32. L earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
L
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
WRB
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
3.9% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 0.8%
Earnings declined 10.9%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : L
The strongest argument for L centers on Price/Book, P/E Ratio. PEG of 1.32 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WRB
The strongest argument for WRB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : L
The primary concerns for L are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : WRB
The primary concerns for WRB are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
L profiles as a value stock while WRB is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
L carries more volatility with a beta of 0.50 — expect wider price swings.
L is growing revenue faster at 3.9% — sustainability is the question.
WRB generates stronger free cash flow (788M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
L scores higher overall (60/100 vs 55/100). 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.
Loews Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
Loews Corporation is an American conglomerate headquartered in New York City. The company's majority-stake holdings include CNA Financial Corporation, Diamond Offshore Drilling, Boardwalk Pipeline Partners, Loews Hotels and Altium Packaging.
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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