Hartford Financial Services Group (HIG)vsMercury General Corporation (MCY)
HIG
Hartford Financial Services Group
$136.36
-0.32%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $36.75B
MCY
Mercury General Corporation
$103.53
+1.16%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $5.79B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hartford Financial Services Group generates 362% more annual revenue ($29.32B vs $6.34B). HIG leads profitability with a 14.9% profit margin vs 14.8%. 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+
MCY
Strong Buy76
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 36.1% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Earnings expanding 58.3% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
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 : MCY
The strongest argument for MCY centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 13.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.12 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HIG
The primary concerns for HIG are Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : MCY
The primary concerns for MCY are Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MCY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.92 — expect wider price swings.
MCY is growing revenue faster at 13.8% — 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 76/100). 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 · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
Mercury General Corporation engages in underwriting personal auto insurance in the United States. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
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