Arch Capital Group Ltd. (ACGL)vsShell PLC ADR (SHEL)
ACGL
Arch Capital Group Ltd.
$93.80
-0.76%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $33.09B
SHEL
Shell PLC ADR
$83.97
-0.32%
ENERGY · Cap: $243.12B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shell PLC ADR generates 1249% more annual revenue ($266.89B vs $19.78B). ACGL leads profitability with a 24.6% profit margin vs 6.7%. 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+
SHEL
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ACGL.
Margin of Safety
+4.5%
Fair Value
$84.58
Current Price
$83.97
$0.61 discount
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
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 376.2% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Revenue declined 3.3%
6.7% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 3.3%
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 : SHEL
The strongest argument for SHEL centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 1.32 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ACGL
The primary concerns for ACGL are Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : SHEL
The primary concerns for SHEL are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACGL profiles as a declining stock while SHEL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ACGL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.33 — expect wider price swings.
SHEL is growing revenue faster at -3.3% — sustainability is the question.
SHEL generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ACGL scores higher overall (79/100 vs 61/100), 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.
Shell PLC ADR
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
Shell plc is a global petrochemical and energy company. The company is headquartered in The Hague, the Netherlands.
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