Ventas Inc (VTR)vsW. R. Berkley Corp (WRB)
VTR
Ventas Inc
$82.70
+0.63%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $39.28B
WRB
W. R. Berkley Corp
$64.49
-0.83%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $24.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
W. R. Berkley Corp generates 153% more annual revenue ($14.71B vs $5.82B). WRB leads profitability with a 12.1% profit margin vs 4.3%. VTR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.74. WRB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
VTR
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
WRB
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-591.0%
Fair Value
$12.40
Current Price
$82.70
$70.30 premium
Margin of Safety
-136.4%
Fair Value
$30.26
Current Price
$64.49
$34.23 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 20.3%
Revenue surging 21.4% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 2.2% — below average capital efficiency
4.3% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
1.5% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 21.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : VTR
The strongest argument for VTR centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 21.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WRB
The strongest argument for WRB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : VTR
The primary concerns for VTR are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 153.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : WRB
The primary concerns for WRB are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VTR profiles as a growth stock while WRB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
VTR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.76 — expect wider price swings.
VTR is growing revenue faster at 21.4% — sustainability is the question.
WRB generates stronger free cash flow (896M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VTR scores higher overall (55/100 vs 55/100) and 21.4% revenue growth. 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.
Ventas Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HEALTHCARE FACILITIES · USA
Ventas, Inc. is a real estate investment trust specializing in the ownership and management of health care facilities in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom.
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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