Brown & Brown Inc (BRO)vseHealth Inc (EHTH)
BRO
Brown & Brown Inc
$58.86
+2.58%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $20.33B
EHTH
eHealth Inc
$1.55
-5.49%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $54.91M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Brown & Brown Inc generates 1083% more annual revenue ($6.26B vs $528.91M). BRO leads profitability with a 18.4% profit margin vs 6.3%. EHTH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.72. BRO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
BRO
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
EHTH
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 47.2%
Revenue surging 35.7% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 7.9%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.5% — below average capital efficiency
6.3% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BRO
The strongest argument for BRO centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.4% and operating margin at 47.2%. Revenue growth of 35.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : EHTH
The strongest argument for EHTH centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.72 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BRO
The primary concerns for BRO are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : EHTH
The primary concerns for EHTH are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRO profiles as a growth stock while EHTH is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
EHTH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.48 — expect wider price swings.
BRO is growing revenue faster at 35.7% — sustainability is the question.
BRO generates stronger free cash flow (241M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BRO scores higher overall (71/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 18.4% margins and 35.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Brown & Brown Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE BROKERS · USA
Brown & Brown, Inc. markets and sells insurance products and services in the United States, Bermuda, Canada, the Cayman Islands, Ireland, and the United Kingdom. The company is headquartered in Daytona Beach, Florida.
eHealth Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE BROKERS · USA
eHealth, Inc. provides private health insurance exchange services to individuals, families, and small businesses in the United States and China. The company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.
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