Hartford Financial Services Group (HIG)vsLazard Ltd (LAZ)
HIG
Hartford Financial Services Group
$132.14
+3.78%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $35.53B
LAZ
Lazard Ltd
$46.36
-4.51%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $4.30B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hartford Financial Services Group generates 800% more annual revenue ($28.79B vs $3.20B). HIG leads profitability with a 14.1% profit margin vs 8.7%. 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+
LAZ
Strong Buy70
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 22 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 41.4% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 31 in profit
Earnings expanding 62.5% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
15.4% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Elevated debt levels
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 : LAZ
The strongest argument for LAZ centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 15.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.00 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HIG
The primary concerns for HIG are Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : LAZ
The primary concerns for LAZ are Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.45 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HIG profiles as a value stock while LAZ is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LAZ carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
LAZ is growing revenue faster at 15.4% — sustainability is the question.
HIG generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HIG scores higher overall (79/100 vs 70/100). 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 →Lazard Ltd
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Lazard Ltd, is a financial advisory and asset management firm in North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and Central and South America. The company is headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda.
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