FS Bancorp Inc (FSBW)vsHartford Financial Services Group (HIG)
FSBW
FS Bancorp Inc
$40.64
-2.10%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $311.24M
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 19888% more annual revenue ($28.79B vs $144.04M). FSBW leads profitability with a 23.0% 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+).
FSBW
Strong Buy67
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 32.5%
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
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
2.6% revenue growth
1.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
No major concerns identified
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FSBW
The strongest argument for FSBW centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.0% and operating margin at 32.5%. PEG of 1.35 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : FSBW
The primary concerns for FSBW are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bear Case : HIG
No major red flags identified for HIG, but monitor valuation.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FSBW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.67 — expect wider price swings.
HIG is growing revenue faster at 6.1% — sustainability is the question.
HIG generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
HIG scores higher overall (77/100 vs 67/100). 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.
FS Bancorp Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
FS Bancorp, Inc. is a bank holding company for 1st Security Bank of Washington providing banking and financial services to local families, local and regional businesses, and industry niches. The company is headquartered in Mountlake Terrace, Washington.
Visit Website →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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