Cencora Inc. (COR)vsW. R. Berkley Corp (WRB)
COR
Cencora Inc.
$261.08
+2.12%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $49.74B
WRB
W. R. Berkley Corp
$65.68
-1.28%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $24.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cencora Inc. generates 2113% more annual revenue ($328.68B vs $14.85B). WRB leads profitability with a 12.6% profit margin vs 0.8%. COR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.73. WRB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
COR
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
WRB
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+71.1%
Fair Value
$1266.50
Current Price
$261.08
$1005.42 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WRB.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 107 in profit
Earnings expanding 128.3% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
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
3.8% revenue growth
0.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.7%
Trading at 26.6x book value
4.0% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COR
The strongest argument for COR centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.73 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 : COR
The primary concerns for COR are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 0.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : WRB
The primary concerns for WRB are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.65 — expect wider price swings.
WRB is growing revenue faster at 4.0% — sustainability is the question.
COR generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor MEDICAL DISTRIBUTION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
WRB scores higher overall (65/100 vs 64/100). COR offers better value entry with a 71.1% margin of safety. 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.
Cencora Inc.
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
CoreSite Realty Corporation (NYSE: COR) delivers secure, reliable, high-performance data center, cloud access and interconnect solutions to a growing client ecosystem in eight key North American markets.
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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