Brown & Brown Inc (BRO)vsMarsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (MRSH)
BRO
Brown & Brown Inc
$72.12
-3.04%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $21.85B
MRSH
Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc.
$204.82
-2.20%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $93.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. generates 318% more annual revenue ($28.46B vs $6.81B). BRO leads profitability with a 17.9% profit margin vs 14.2%. BRO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.72. MRSH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
BRO
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
MRSH
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 24.0%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Generating 1.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 1.0%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BRO
The strongest argument for BRO centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.9% and operating margin at 24.0%.
Bull Case : MRSH
The strongest argument for MRSH centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : BRO
The primary concerns for BRO are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : MRSH
The primary concerns for MRSH are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.52 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRO profiles as a mature stock while MRSH is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BRO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.59 — expect wider price swings.
BRO is growing revenue faster at 9.7% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
MRSH scores higher overall (62/100 vs 61/100). Both earn "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.
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.
Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE BROKERS · USA
Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc., a professional services company, provides advisory services and insurance solutions to clients in the areas of risk, strategy, and people globally. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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