Loews Corp (L)vsW. R. Berkley Corp (WRB)
L
Loews Corp
$107.57
+2.43%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $22.25B
WRB
W. R. Berkley Corp
$68.57
+3.41%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $25.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Loews Corp generates 25% more annual revenue ($18.51B vs $14.85B). WRB leads profitability with a 12.6% profit margin vs 8.8%. L appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.32. WRB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
L
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
WRB
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 26.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
1.4% revenue growth
Earnings declined 6.3%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
4.0% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : L
The strongest argument for L centers on Price/Book, P/E Ratio. PEG of 1.32 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WRB
The strongest argument for WRB centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : L
The primary concerns for L are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : WRB
The primary concerns for WRB are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
L carries more volatility with a beta of 0.54 — 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.
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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.
Loews Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
Loews Corporation is an American conglomerate headquartered in New York City. The company's majority-stake holdings include CNA Financial Corporation, Diamond Offshore Drilling, Boardwalk Pipeline Partners, Loews Hotels and Altium Packaging.
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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