Bank of America Corp (BAC)vsW. R. Berkley Corp (WRB)
BAC
Bank of America Corp
$48.75
+1.27%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $351.54B
WRB
W. R. Berkley Corp
$64.49
-0.83%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $24.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Bank of America Corp generates 630% more annual revenue ($107.42B vs $14.71B). BAC leads profitability with a 28.4% profit margin vs 12.1%. BAC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.89. BAC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (B+).
BAC
Strong Buy80
out of 100
Grade: B+
WRB
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+68.6%
Fair Value
$155.14
Current Price
$48.75
$106.39 discount
Margin of Safety
-136.4%
Fair Value
$30.26
Current Price
$64.49
$34.23 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 41.6%
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
1.5% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 21.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BAC
The strongest argument for BAC centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.4% and operating margin at 41.6%. PEG of 0.89 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WRB
The strongest argument for WRB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : BAC
The primary concerns for BAC are Debt/Equity, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : WRB
The primary concerns for WRB are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BAC profiles as a mature stock while WRB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BAC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
BAC is growing revenue faster at 7.2% — sustainability is the question.
WRB generates stronger free cash flow (896M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BAC scores higher overall (80/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 28.4% 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.
Bank of America Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
The Bank of America Corporation is an American multinational investment bank and financial services holding company headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. Founded in San Francisco, Bank of America was formed through NationsBank's acquisition of BankAmerica in 1998. It is the second largest banking institution in the United States, after JPMorgan Chase, and the eighth largest bank in the world. Bank of America is one of the Big Four banking institutions of the United States. It services approximately 10 percent of all American bank deposits, in direct competition with JPMorgan Chase, Citigroup and Wells Fargo. Its primary financial services revolve around commercial banking, wealth management, and investment banking.
Visit Website →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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