ServiceNow Inc (NOW)vsW. R. Berkley Corp (WRB)
NOW
ServiceNow Inc
$91.18
-2.58%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $96.52B
WRB
W. R. Berkley Corp
$65.68
-1.28%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $24.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
W. R. Berkley Corp generates 6% more annual revenue ($14.85B vs $13.96B). WRB leads profitability with a 12.6% profit margin vs 12.6%. NOW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.89. WRB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
NOW
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
WRB
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+85.2%
Fair Value
$630.85
Current Price
$91.18
$539.67 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WRB.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 22.1% year-over-year
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
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
Trading at 8.0x book value
2.3% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
4.0% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NOW
The strongest argument for NOW centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 22.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.89 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WRB
The strongest argument for WRB centers on Return on Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : NOW
The primary concerns for NOW are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 55.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : WRB
The primary concerns for WRB are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NOW profiles as a growth stock while WRB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
NOW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.82 — expect wider price swings.
NOW is growing revenue faster at 22.1% — sustainability is the question.
NOW generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WRB scores higher overall (65/100 vs 59/100). NOW offers better value entry with a 85.2% margin of safety. 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.
ServiceNow Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
ServiceNow is an American software company based in Santa Clara, California that develops a cloud computing platform to help companies manage digital workflows for enterprise operations.
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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