HDFC Bank Limited ADR (HDB)vsW. R. Berkley Corp (WRB)
HDB
HDFC Bank Limited ADR
$25.79
+2.67%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $130.27B
WRB
W. R. Berkley Corp
$64.49
-0.83%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $24.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HDFC Bank Limited ADR generates 19246% more annual revenue ($2.85T vs $14.71B). HDB leads profitability with a 26.2% profit margin vs 12.1%. HDB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.01. HDB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
HDB
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
WRB
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+11.2%
Fair Value
$36.29
Current Price
$25.79
$10.50 discount
Margin of Safety
-136.4%
Fair Value
$30.26
Current Price
$64.49
$34.23 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 34.8%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 26 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 26.4% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
1.5% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 21.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HDB
The strongest argument for HDB centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.2% and operating margin at 34.8%. Revenue growth of 26.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WRB
The strongest argument for WRB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : HDB
The primary concerns for HDB are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : WRB
The primary concerns for WRB are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HDB profiles as a growth stock while WRB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HDB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.36 — expect wider price swings.
HDB is growing revenue faster at 26.4% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
HDB scores higher overall (78/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 26.2% margins and 26.4% 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.
HDFC Bank Limited ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
HDFC Bank Limited offers various banking and financial services to individuals and businesses in India, Bahrain, Hong Kong and Dubai. The company is headquartered in Mumbai, India.
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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