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Constellation Brands Inc Class A (STZ)vsW. R. Berkley Corp (WRB)

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Smart Verdict

WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison

W. R. Berkley Corp generates 57% more annual revenue ($14.71B vs $9.38B). WRB leads profitability with a 12.1% profit margin vs 11.8%. STZ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 5.46. WRB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).

STZ

Hold

50

out of 100

Grade: D+

Growth: 2.7Profit: 7.5Value: 4.7Quality: 6.5
Piotroski: 5/9Altman Z: 1.61

WRB

Buy

55

out of 100

Grade: C-

Growth: 4.0Profit: 7.0Value: 4.7Quality: 4.8
Piotroski: 2/9
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Intrinsic Value Comparison

Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula

STZSignificantly Overvalued (-276.7%)

Margin of Safety

-276.7%

Fair Value

$43.32

Current Price

$151.56

$108.24 premium

UndervaluedFair: $43.32Overvalued
WRBSignificantly Overvalued (-136.4%)

Margin of Safety

-136.4%

Fair Value

$30.26

Current Price

$64.49

$34.23 premium

UndervaluedFair: $30.26Overvalued

Key Strengths & Concerns

Side-by-side fundamental analysis

Key Strengths

STZ1 strengths · Avg: 10.0/10
Operating MarginProfitability
33.9%10/10

Strong operational efficiency at 33.9%

WRB2 strengths · Avg: 8.0/10
P/E RatioValuation
14.5x8/10

Attractively priced relative to earnings

Price/BookValuation
2.5x8/10

Reasonable price relative to book value

Areas to Watch

STZ4 concerns · Avg: 2.8/10
Altman Z-ScoreHealth
1.614/10

Distress zone — elevated risk

Debt/EquityHealth
1.383/10

Elevated debt levels

PEG RatioValuation
5.462/10

Expensive relative to growth rate

Revenue GrowthGrowth
-9.8%2/10

Revenue declined 9.8%

WRB4 concerns · Avg: 2.8/10
Revenue GrowthGrowth
1.5%4/10

1.5% revenue growth

Piotroski F-ScoreQuality
2/93/10

Weak financial health signals

PEG RatioValuation
10.112/10

Expensive relative to growth rate

EPS GrowthGrowth
-21.8%2/10

Earnings declined 21.8%

Comparative Analysis Report

WallStSmart Research

Bull Case : STZ

The strongest argument for STZ centers on Operating Margin.

Bull Case : WRB

The strongest argument for WRB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.

Bear Case : STZ

The primary concerns for STZ are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio.

Bear Case : WRB

The primary concerns for WRB are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

STZ profiles as a declining stock while WRB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.

STZ carries more volatility with a beta of 0.42 — expect wider price swings.

WRB is growing revenue faster at 1.5% — sustainability is the question.

WRB generates stronger free cash flow (896M), providing more financial flexibility.

Bottom Line

WRB scores higher overall (55/100 vs 50/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.

This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.

Constellation Brands Inc Class A

CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - BREWERS · USA

Constellation Brands, Inc., headquartered in Victor, New York, is an American producer and marketer of beer, wine, and spirits.

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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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