Federated Investors Inc B (FHI)vsHartford Financial Services Group (HIG)
FHI
Federated Investors Inc B
$56.36
-0.90%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $4.27B
HIG
Hartford Financial Services Group
$136.81
+0.12%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $37.46B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hartford Financial Services Group generates 1499% more annual revenue ($28.79B vs $1.80B). FHI leads profitability with a 22.4% profit margin vs 14.1%. HIG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.12. HIG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
FHI
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
HIG
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 34 in profit
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 28.1%
Earnings expanding 33.6% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 41.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
No major concerns identified
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FHI
The strongest argument for FHI centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.4% and operating margin at 28.1%. Revenue growth of 13.7% 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 : FHI
The primary concerns for FHI are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : HIG
No major red flags identified for HIG, but monitor valuation.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FHI profiles as a mature stock while HIG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FHI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.65 — expect wider price swings.
FHI is growing revenue faster at 13.7% — sustainability is the question.
HIG generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HIG scores higher overall (77/100 vs 73/100). 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.
Federated Investors Inc B
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Federated Hermes, Inc. is a publicly owned asset management portfolio company. The company is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania with additional offices in New York City and London, United Kingdom.
Hartford Financial Services Group
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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