Hartford Financial Services Group (HIG)vsLPL Financial Holdings Inc (LPLA)
HIG
Hartford Financial Services Group
$129.50
+3.78%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $35.53B
LPLA
LPL Financial Holdings Inc
$288.49
-1.15%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $23.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hartford Financial Services Group generates 61% more annual revenue ($28.79B vs $17.84B). HIG leads profitability with a 14.1% profit margin vs 5.0%. 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+
LPLA
Strong Buy68
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 35.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Moderate valuation
4.5% earnings growth
5.0% margin — thin
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 : LPLA
The strongest argument for LPLA centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 35.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.45 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HIG
The primary concerns for HIG are Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : LPLA
The primary concerns for LPLA are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HIG profiles as a value stock while LPLA is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LPLA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.51 — expect wider price swings.
LPLA is growing revenue faster at 35.0% — 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 68/100). 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.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
LPL Financial Holdings Inc., provides an integrated platform of brokerage and investment advisory services to independent financial advisers and financial advisers at financial institutions in the United States. The company is headquartered in San Diego, California.
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