Glacier Bancorp Inc (GBCI)vsHartford Financial Services Group (HIG)
GBCI
Glacier Bancorp Inc
$48.14
-2.65%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $6.26B
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 2672% more annual revenue ($28.79B vs $1.04B). GBCI leads profitability with a 25.7% 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+).
GBCI
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
HIG
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 41.0%
Revenue surging 41.4% year-over-year
Keeps 26 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 31.1% 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
ROE of 7.1% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
No major concerns identified
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GBCI
The strongest argument for GBCI centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.7% and operating margin at 41.0%. Revenue growth of 41.4% 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 : GBCI
The primary concerns for GBCI are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : HIG
No major red flags identified for HIG, but monitor valuation.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GBCI profiles as a growth stock while HIG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GBCI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.73 — expect wider price swings.
GBCI is growing revenue faster at 41.4% — sustainability is the question.
HIG generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GBCI scores higher overall (77/100 vs 77/100), backed by strong 25.7% margins and 41.4% revenue growth. 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.
Glacier Bancorp Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Glacier Bancorp, Inc. is the bank holding company for Glacier Bank providing commercial banking services to individuals, small and medium-sized businesses, community organizations, and public entities in the United States. The company is headquartered in Kalispell, Montana.
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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