Hartford Financial Services Group (HIG)vsInternational Bancshares Corporation (IBOC)
HIG
Hartford Financial Services Group
$136.36
-0.32%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $36.75B
IBOC
International Bancshares Corporation
$70.94
-0.14%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $4.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hartford Financial Services Group generates 3400% more annual revenue ($29.32B vs $837.57M). IBOC leads profitability with a 49.3% profit margin vs 14.9%. HIG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.12. HIG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
HIG
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
IBOC
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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 36.1% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 49 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 60.5%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
0.0% revenue growth
Earnings declined 4.3%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : IBOC
The strongest argument for IBOC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 49.3% and operating margin at 60.5%. PEG of 0.98 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HIG
The primary concerns for HIG are Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : IBOC
The primary concerns for IBOC are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IBOC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.68 — expect wider price swings.
HIG is growing revenue faster at 8.1% — sustainability is the question.
HIG generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
HIG scores higher overall (79/100 vs 65/100). Both earn "Strong 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.
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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FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
International Bancshares Corporation, a multi-bank financial holding company, provides commercial and retail banking services. The company is headquartered in Laredo, Texas.
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