Marsh & McLennan Companies Inc (MMC)vsRoyal Bank of Canada (RY)
MMC
Marsh & McLennan Companies Inc
$182.70
-1.58%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $89.82B
RY
Royal Bank of Canada
$179.97
+2.71%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $250.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Royal Bank of Canada generates 140% more annual revenue ($63.42B vs $26.45B). RY leads profitability with a 33.1% profit margin vs 0.2%. MMC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.00. RY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
MMC
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
RY
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 2.3B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.2%
Generating 37.3B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.1% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MMC
The strongest argument for MMC centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : RY
The strongest argument for RY centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.1% and operating margin at 46.2%.
Bear Case : MMC
The primary concerns for MMC are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Thin 0.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : RY
The primary concerns for RY are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MMC profiles as a value stock while RY is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
RY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.92 — expect wider price swings.
RY is growing revenue faster at 7.5% — sustainability is the question.
RY generates stronger free cash flow (37.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RY scores higher overall (68/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 33.1% margins. 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.
Marsh & McLennan Companies Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE BROKERS · USA
Marsh McLennan (formerly known as Marsh & McLennan Companies) is a global professional services firm, headquartered in New York City with businesses in insurance brokerage, risk management, reinsurance services, talent management, investment advisory, and management consulting. Its four main operating companies are Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer, and Oliver Wyman.
Royal Bank of Canada
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Royal Bank of Canada is a globally diversified financial services company. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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