Goldman Sachs Group Inc (GS)vsW. R. Berkley Corp (WRB)
GS
Goldman Sachs Group Inc
$936.48
+1.15%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $276.27B
WRB
W. R. Berkley Corp
$65.68
-1.28%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $24.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Goldman Sachs Group Inc generates 314% more annual revenue ($61.53B vs $14.85B). GS leads profitability with a 29.4% profit margin vs 12.6%. GS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.45. GS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
GS
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
WRB
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 38.6%
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 24.2% YoY
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
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
4.0% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GS
The strongest argument for GS centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.4% and operating margin at 38.6%. Revenue growth of 14.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WRB
The strongest argument for WRB centers on Return on Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : GS
The primary concerns for GS are Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : WRB
The primary concerns for WRB are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GS profiles as a mature stock while WRB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.27 — expect wider price swings.
GS is growing revenue faster at 14.5% — sustainability is the question.
WRB generates stronger free cash flow (640M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GS scores higher overall (75/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 29.4% margins and 14.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Goldman Sachs Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., is an American multinational investment bank and financial services company headquartered in New York City. It offers services in investment management, securities, asset management, prime brokerage, and securities underwriting. It also provides investment banking to institutional investors.
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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