Hartford Financial Services Group (HIG)vsJefferies Financial Group Inc (JEF)
HIG
Hartford Financial Services Group
$136.81
+0.12%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $37.46B
JEF
Jefferies Financial Group Inc
$47.46
-1.41%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $9.84B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hartford Financial Services Group generates 433% more annual revenue ($28.79B vs $5.40B). JEF 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+).
HIG
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
JEF
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
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 23 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 41.4% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 26.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 22.8% YoY
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 6.6% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : JEF
The strongest argument for JEF centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.0% and operating margin at 13.4%. Revenue growth of 26.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HIG
No major red flags identified for HIG, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : JEF
The primary concerns for JEF are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HIG profiles as a value stock while JEF is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
JEF carries more volatility with a beta of 1.50 — expect wider price swings.
JEF is growing revenue faster at 26.6% — 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.
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.
Visit Website →Jefferies Financial Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Jefferies Financial Group Inc. is engaged in investment banking and capital markets, asset management, and direct investment businesses in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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