Hamilton Insurance Group, Ltd. (HG)vsKestrel Group, Ltd. (KG)
HG
Hamilton Insurance Group, Ltd.
$34.85
-0.14%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $3.39B
KG
Kestrel Group, Ltd.
$6.57
+4.04%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $59.31M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hamilton Insurance Group, Ltd. generates 6615% more annual revenue ($2.99B vs $44.55M). HG leads profitability with a 19.6% profit margin vs -86.0%. HG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
HG
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
KG
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 31.4%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Revenue surging 20.1% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Earnings declined 20.7%
Distress zone — elevated risk
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HG
The strongest argument for HG centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.6% and operating margin at 31.4%. Revenue growth of 13.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : KG
The strongest argument for KG centers on Price/Book, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 20.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HG
The primary concerns for HG are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : KG
The primary concerns for KG are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.55 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HG profiles as a mature stock while KG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
KG is growing revenue faster at 20.1% — sustainability is the question.
HG generates stronger free cash flow (125M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor INSURANCE - REINSURANCE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
HG scores higher overall (67/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 19.6% margins and 13.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Hamilton Insurance Group, Ltd.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - REINSURANCE · USA
Hamilton Insurance Group, Ltd., engages in underwriting specialty insurance and reinsurance risks in Bermuda and internationally. The company is headquartered in Pembroke, Bermuda with additional locations in Dublin, Ireland; London, United Kingdom; Miami, Florida; New York, New York; and Glen Allen, Virginia.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - REINSURANCE · USA
Kestrel Group Ltd engages in providing fronting services to insurance program managers, MGAs, reinsurers, and reinsurance brokers. The company is headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda.
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