Hartford Financial Services Group (HIG)vsNortheast Bancorp (NBN)
HIG
Hartford Financial Services Group
$138.55
+0.54%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $37.88B
NBN
Northeast Bancorp
$129.23
-0.75%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.14B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hartford Financial Services Group generates 12631% more annual revenue ($29.32B vs $230.26M). NBN leads profitability with a 42.7% profit margin vs 14.9%. 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+
NBN
Strong Buy71
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
Keeps 43 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 65.2%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 35.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : NBN
The strongest argument for NBN centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 42.7% and operating margin at 65.2%. Revenue growth of 11.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HIG
The primary concerns for HIG are Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : NBN
The primary concerns for NBN are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HIG profiles as a value stock while NBN is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
NBN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.59 — expect wider price swings.
NBN is growing revenue faster at 11.3% — sustainability is the question.
HIG generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HIG scores higher overall (79/100 vs 71/100). 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 →Northeast Bancorp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Northeast Bank offers personal and business banking services in Maine, United States. The company is headquartered in Portland, Maine.
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