Natera Inc (NTRA)vsW. R. Berkley Corp (WRB)
NTRA
Natera Inc
$194.24
-11.64%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $30.71B
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 544% more annual revenue ($14.85B vs $2.31B). WRB leads profitability with a 12.6% profit margin vs -9.0%. WRB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
NTRA
Avoid31
out of 100
Grade: F
WRB
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 39.8% year-over-year
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 15.8x book value
0.0% earnings growth
ROE of -14.3% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
4.0% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NTRA
The strongest argument for NTRA centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 39.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WRB
The strongest argument for WRB centers on Return on Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : NTRA
The primary concerns for NTRA are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : WRB
The primary concerns for WRB are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NTRA profiles as a hypergrowth stock while WRB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
NTRA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.57 — expect wider price swings.
NTRA is growing revenue faster at 39.8% — sustainability is the question.
WRB generates stronger free cash flow (640M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WRB scores higher overall (65/100 vs 31/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Natera Inc
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Natera, Inc., a diagnostic company, develops and markets molecular testing services globally. The company is headquartered in San Carlos, California.
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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