Progressive Corp (PGR)vsUniversal Insurance Holdings Inc (UVE)
PGR
Progressive Corp
$193.46
+0.19%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $114.84B
UVE
Universal Insurance Holdings Inc
$37.33
+5.21%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Progressive Corp generates 5479% more annual revenue ($89.42B vs $1.60B). PGR leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs 12.2%. UVE trades at a lower P/E of 5.6x. UVE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
PGR
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
UVE
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Generating 4.3B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 30.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Revenue declined 0.3%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PGR
The strongest argument for PGR centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Market Cap.
Bull Case : UVE
The strongest argument for UVE centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : PGR
The primary concerns for PGR are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : UVE
The primary concerns for UVE are Market Cap, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PGR profiles as a value stock while UVE is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
UVE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.75 — expect wider price swings.
PGR is growing revenue faster at 8.7% — sustainability is the question.
PGR generates stronger free cash flow (4.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UVE scores higher overall (66/100 vs 61/100). 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.
Progressive Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
The Progressive Corporation is an American insurance company, one of the largest providers of car insurance in the United States. The company insures motorcycles, boats, RVs, and commercial vehicles and provides home insurance through select companies.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
Universal Insurance Holdings, Inc., is an integrated insurance holding company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
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