Carlisle Companies Incorporated (CSL)vsW. R. Berkley Corp (WRB)
CSL
Carlisle Companies Incorporated
$373.96
+5.23%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.45B
WRB
W. R. Berkley Corp
$66.12
-0.56%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $25.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
W. R. Berkley Corp generates 198% more annual revenue ($14.85B vs $4.98B). CSL leads profitability with a 14.6% profit margin vs 12.6%. CSL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.14. WRB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
CSL
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
WRB
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 38 in profit
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
Trading at 9.1x book value
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 4.0%
Earnings declined 3.2%
4.0% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CSL
The strongest argument for CSL centers on Return on Equity. PEG of 1.14 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 : CSL
The primary concerns for CSL are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : WRB
The primary concerns for WRB are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CSL profiles as a declining stock while WRB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CSL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.95 — expect wider price swings.
WRB is growing revenue faster at 4.0% — sustainability is the question.
WRB generates stronger free cash flow (640M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WRB scores higher overall (65/100 vs 54/100). 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.
Carlisle Companies Incorporated
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Carlisle Companies Incorporated is a diversified manufacturer of engineered products in the United States, Europe, Asia, Canada, Mexico, the Middle East, Africa, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona.
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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