Arch Capital Group Ltd (ACGL)vsMBIA Inc (MBI)
ACGL
Arch Capital Group Ltd
$94.46
+1.88%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $34.58B
MBI
MBIA Inc
$5.86
-4.09%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $297.45M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Arch Capital Group Ltd generates 20445% more annual revenue ($19.93B vs $97.00M). ACGL leads profitability with a 22.1% profit margin vs -182.5%. ACGL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.06. ACGL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 81/100 (A-).
ACGL
Exceptional Buy81
out of 100
Grade: A-
MBI
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 29.5%
Earnings expanding 38.8% YoY
15.4% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ACGL
The strongest argument for ACGL centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.1% and operating margin at 29.5%. PEG of 1.06 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MBI
The strongest argument for MBI centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 15.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ACGL
No major red flags identified for ACGL, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : MBI
The primary concerns for MBI are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACGL profiles as a mature stock while MBI is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MBI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.48 — expect wider price swings.
MBI is growing revenue faster at 15.4% — sustainability is the question.
ACGL generates stronger free cash flow (1.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ACGL scores higher overall (81/100 vs 34/100), backed by strong 22.1% margins. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Avoid" 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.
MBIA Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - SPECIALTY · USA
MBIA Inc. provides financial insurance services to the public financial markets. The company is headquartered in Purchase, New York.
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