Hartford Financial Services Group (HIG)vsMarsh & McLennan Companies Inc (MMC)
HIG
Hartford Financial Services Group
$136.81
+0.12%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $37.46B
MMC
Marsh & McLennan Companies Inc
$182.70
-1.58%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $89.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hartford Financial Services Group generates 9% more annual revenue ($28.79B vs $26.45B). HIG leads profitability with a 14.1% profit margin vs 0.2%. 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+
MMC
Buy62
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 23 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 41.4% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 2.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.1% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
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 : MMC
The strongest argument for MMC centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : HIG
No major red flags identified for HIG, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : MMC
The primary concerns for MMC are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Thin 0.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MMC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.75 — expect wider price swings.
HIG is growing revenue faster at 6.1% — sustainability is the question.
MMC generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
HIG scores higher overall (77/100 vs 62/100). 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.
Visit Website →Marsh & McLennan Companies Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE BROKERS · USA
Marsh McLennan (formerly known as Marsh & McLennan Companies) is a global professional services firm, headquartered in New York City with businesses in insurance brokerage, risk management, reinsurance services, talent management, investment advisory, and management consulting. Its four main operating companies are Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer, and Oliver Wyman.
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