Turning Point Brands Inc (TPB)vsW. R. Berkley Corp (WRB)
TPB
Turning Point Brands Inc
$93.42
+3.55%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.74B
WRB
W. R. Berkley Corp
$65.68
-1.28%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $24.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
W. R. Berkley Corp generates 2988% more annual revenue ($14.85B vs $480.90M). WRB leads profitability with a 12.6% profit margin vs 11.5%. TPB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.05. WRB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
TPB
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
WRB
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
16.8% revenue growth
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
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Earnings declined 24.1%
4.0% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TPB
The strongest argument for TPB centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.05 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WRB
The strongest argument for WRB centers on Return on Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : TPB
The primary concerns for TPB are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : WRB
The primary concerns for WRB are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TPB profiles as a growth stock while WRB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TPB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.93 — expect wider price swings.
TPB is growing revenue faster at 16.8% — sustainability is the question.
WRB generates stronger free cash flow (640M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WRB scores higher overall (65/100 vs 59/100). 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.
Turning Point Brands Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · TOBACCO · USA
Turning Point Brands, Inc. manufactures, markets and distributes branded consumer products. The company is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky.
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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