Selective Insurance Group, Inc. (SIGI)vsW. R. Berkley Corp (WRB)
SIGI
Selective Insurance Group, Inc.
$84.78
+0.11%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $5.07B
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 174% more annual revenue ($14.85B vs $5.41B). WRB leads profitability with a 12.6% profit margin vs 8.4%. SIGI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.28. WRB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
SIGI
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
WRB
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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
Grey zone — moderate risk
Earnings declined 10.2%
4.0% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SIGI
The strongest argument for SIGI centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.28 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 : SIGI
The primary concerns for SIGI are Altman Z-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : WRB
The primary concerns for WRB are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WRB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.33 — expect wider price swings.
SIGI is growing revenue faster at 5.7% — 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 62/100). 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.
Selective Insurance Group, Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
Selective Insurance Group, Inc., offers insurance products and services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Branchville, New Jersey.
Visit Website →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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