Ventas Inc (VTR)vsW. R. Berkley Corp (WRB)
VTR
Ventas Inc
$87.26
+0.82%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $42.08B
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 143% more annual revenue ($14.85B vs $6.11B). WRB leads profitability with a 12.6% profit margin vs 4.3%. VTR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.72. WRB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
VTR
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
WRB
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+4.8%
Fair Value
$90.01
Current Price
$87.26
$2.75 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WRB.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 21.9% year-over-year
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 2.1% — below average capital efficiency
4.3% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.0% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : VTR
The strongest argument for VTR centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 21.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WRB
The strongest argument for WRB centers on Return on Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : VTR
The primary concerns for VTR are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 157.4x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : WRB
The primary concerns for WRB are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VTR profiles as a growth stock while WRB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
VTR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.76 — expect wider price swings.
VTR is growing revenue faster at 21.9% — sustainability is the question.
WRB generates stronger free cash flow (640M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WRB scores higher overall (65/100 vs 51/100). 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.
Ventas Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HEALTHCARE FACILITIES · USA
Ventas, Inc. is a real estate investment trust specializing in the ownership and management of health care facilities in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom.
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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