Arch Capital Group Ltd. (ACGL)vsHome BancShares Inc (HOMB)
ACGL
Arch Capital Group Ltd.
$93.83
+0.03%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $32.77B
HOMB
Home BancShares Inc
$26.25
-1.91%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $5.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Arch Capital Group Ltd. generates 1740% more annual revenue ($19.78B vs $1.07B). HOMB leads profitability with a 44.5% profit margin vs 24.6%. ACGL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.06. ACGL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
ACGL
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
HOMB
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 45 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 57.3%
Areas to Watch
Revenue declined 3.3%
2.4% revenue growth
3.5% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : HOMB
The strongest argument for HOMB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 44.5% and operating margin at 57.3%.
Bear Case : ACGL
The primary concerns for ACGL are Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : HOMB
The primary concerns for HOMB are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACGL profiles as a declining stock while HOMB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HOMB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.69 — expect wider price swings.
HOMB is growing revenue faster at 2.4% — 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.
Home BancShares Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Home Bancshares, Inc. (Conway, AR) is the banking holding company of Centennial Bank offering commercial and retail banking and related financial services to real estate companies, developers and investors, individuals and municipalities. The company is headquartered in Conway, Arkansas.
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