CNA Financial Corporation (CNA)vsW. R. Berkley Corp (WRB)
CNA
CNA Financial Corporation
$43.54
-0.41%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $11.83B
WRB
W. R. Berkley Corp
$65.68
-1.28%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $24.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CNA Financial Corporation generates 3% more annual revenue ($15.35B vs $14.85B). WRB leads profitability with a 12.6% profit margin vs 7.9%. CNA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.92. WRB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
CNA
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
WRB
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 20 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 26.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
7.9% margin — thin
Earnings declined 22.2%
Distress zone — elevated risk
4.0% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CNA
The strongest argument for CNA centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. PEG of 0.92 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WRB
The strongest argument for WRB centers on Return on Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : CNA
The primary concerns for CNA are Profit Margin, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : WRB
The primary concerns for WRB are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.36 — expect wider price swings.
CNA is growing revenue faster at 10.0% — sustainability is the question.
WRB generates stronger free cash flow (640M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
WRB scores higher overall (65/100 vs 64/100). 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.
CNA Financial Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
CNA Financial Corporation offers commercial property and casualty insurance products primarily in the United States.
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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