Arch Capital Group Ltd. (ACGL)vsGoosehead Insurance Inc (GSHD)
ACGL
Arch Capital Group Ltd.
$93.80
-0.76%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $33.09B
GSHD
Goosehead Insurance Inc
$40.86
-2.99%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Arch Capital Group Ltd. generates 5075% more annual revenue ($19.78B vs $382.20M). ACGL leads profitability with a 24.6% profit margin vs 8.0%. ACGL trades at a lower P/E of 7.3x. ACGL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
ACGL
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
GSHD
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 94.6% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 176 in profit
Earnings expanding 111.9% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 23.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Revenue declined 3.3%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
8.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ACGL
The strongest argument for ACGL centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.6% and operating margin at 25.3%. PEG of 1.06 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : GSHD
The strongest argument for GSHD centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 23.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ACGL
The primary concerns for ACGL are Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : GSHD
The primary concerns for GSHD are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACGL profiles as a declining stock while GSHD is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GSHD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.62 — expect wider price swings.
GSHD is growing revenue faster at 23.3% — sustainability is the question.
ACGL generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ACGL scores higher overall (79/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 24.6% margins. 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.
Arch Capital Group Ltd.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Arch Capital Group Ltd., offers insurance, reinsurance and mortgage products worldwide. The company is headquartered in Pembroke, Bermuda.
Goosehead Insurance Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE BROKERS · USA
Goosehead Insurance, Inc. is a portfolio company of Goosehead Financial, LLC providing personal lines insurance agency services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Westlake, Texas.
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