American International Group Inc (AIG)vsSLM Corp (SLM)
AIG
American International Group Inc
$81.90
+0.56%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $41.61B
SLM
SLM Corp
$17.80
-2.47%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $3.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American International Group Inc generates 1705% more annual revenue ($26.74B vs $1.48B). SLM leads profitability with a 38.3% profit margin vs 11.1%. SLM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.58. AIG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
AIG
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
SLM
Buy59
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
Generating 1.7B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 31 in profit
Keeps 38 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
0.5% revenue growth
ROE of 7.3% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 10.1%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Revenue declined 55.8%
Earnings declined 9.4%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AIG
The strongest argument for AIG centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.68 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SLM
The strongest argument for SLM centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 38.3% and operating margin at -36.4%. PEG of 0.58 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AIG
The primary concerns for AIG are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : SLM
The primary concerns for SLM are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow. Debt-to-equity of 2.85 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AIG profiles as a value stock while SLM is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
SLM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
AIG is growing revenue faster at 0.5% — sustainability is the question.
AIG generates stronger free cash flow (1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AIG scores higher overall (61/100 vs 59/100). 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.
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.
SLM Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CREDIT SERVICES · USA
SLM Corporation originates and provides private education loan services to students and their families to finance the cost of their education in the United States. The company is headquartered in Newark, Delaware.
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