Camden National Corporation (CAC)vsHartford Financial Services Group (HIG)
CAC
Camden National Corporation
$50.50
+0.24%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $852.16M
HIG
Hartford Financial Services Group
$132.14
+3.78%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $35.53B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hartford Financial Services Group generates 11573% more annual revenue ($28.79B vs $246.65M). CAC leads profitability with a 32.3% profit margin vs 14.1%. HIG trades at a lower P/E of 9.1x. HIG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
CAC
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
HIG
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 47.6%
Earnings expanding 200.0% YoY
Revenue surging 26.0% year-over-year
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 41.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Distress zone — elevated risk
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CAC
The strongest argument for CAC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.3% and operating margin at 47.6%. Revenue growth of 26.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : HIG
The strongest argument for HIG centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity. PEG of 0.12 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CAC
The primary concerns for CAC are Market Cap, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : HIG
The primary concerns for HIG are Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CAC profiles as a growth stock while HIG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CAC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.55 — expect wider price swings.
CAC is growing revenue faster at 26.0% — sustainability is the question.
HIG generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HIG scores higher overall (79/100 vs 72/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Camden National Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Camden National Corporation is the banking holding company for Camden National Bank offering commercial and consumer banking products and services to consumer, institutional, municipal, non-profit and commercial clients. The company is headquartered in Camden, Maine.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - DIVERSIFIED · USA
The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc., usually known as The Hartford, is a United States-based investment and insurance company.
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