American International Group Inc (AIG)vsUS Global Investors Inc (GROW)
AIG
American International Group Inc
$73.42
-0.48%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $40.16B
GROW
US Global Investors Inc
$2.61
+0.77%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $33.12M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American International Group Inc generates 281437% more annual revenue ($26.70B vs $9.48M). GROW leads profitability with a 33.3% profit margin vs 11.8%. GROW trades at a lower P/E of 10.7x. AIG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
AIG
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
GROW
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 21.6% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 31.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 480.9% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
1.4% revenue growth
ROE of 7.8% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.9% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 3.3%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AIG
The strongest argument for AIG centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.62 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : GROW
The strongest argument for GROW centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.3% and operating margin at 3.3%. Revenue growth of 31.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AIG
The primary concerns for AIG are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : GROW
The primary concerns for GROW are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AIG profiles as a value stock while GROW is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GROW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.70 — expect wider price swings.
GROW is growing revenue faster at 31.3% — sustainability is the question.
AIG generates stronger free cash flow (155M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AIG scores higher overall (72/100 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.
American International Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - DIVERSIFIED · USA
American International Group, Inc., also known as AIG, is an American multinational finance and insurance corporation with operations in more than 80 countries and jurisdictions. The company operates through three core businesses: General Insurance, Life & Retirement, and a standalone technology-enabled subsidiary.
US Global Investors Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
US Global Investors, Inc. is a publicly owned investment manager. The company is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas.
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