Markel Corporation (MKL)vsW. R. Berkley Corp (WRB)
MKL
Markel Corporation
$1,904.42
+1.85%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $22.86B
WRB
W. R. Berkley Corp
$75.16
+1.76%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $27.14B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Markel Corporation generates 12% more annual revenue ($16.60B vs $14.87B). MKL leads profitability with a 13.8% profit margin vs 12.5%. MKL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.79. MKL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
MKL
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
WRB
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 30.1%
Earnings expanding 86.8% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : MKL
The strongest argument for MKL centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 12.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WRB
The strongest argument for WRB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : MKL
The primary concerns for MKL are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : WRB
The primary concerns for WRB are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MKL profiles as a value stock while WRB is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
MKL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.64 — expect wider price swings.
MKL is growing revenue faster at 12.7% — sustainability is the question.
WRB generates stronger free cash flow (788M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MKL scores higher overall (77/100 vs 55/100) and 12.7% 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.
Markel Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
Markel Corporation, a diverse financial holding company, markets and underwrites specialty insurance products in the United States, Bermuda, the United Kingdom, rest of Europe, Canada, Latin America, Asia Pacific and the Middle East. The company is headquartered in Glen Allen, Virginia.
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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