Hartford Financial Services Group (HIG)vsPfizer Inc (PFE)
HIG
Hartford Financial Services Group
$132.02
-0.49%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $36.37B
PFE
Pfizer Inc
$25.68
-1.40%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $150.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Pfizer Inc generates 120% more annual revenue ($63.32B vs $28.79B). HIG leads profitability with a 14.1% profit margin vs 11.8%. 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+
PFE
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for HIG.
Margin of Safety
+29.4%
Fair Value
$37.48
Current Price
$25.68
$11.80 discount
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
Strong operational efficiency at 31.6%
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 2.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 10.1%
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 : PFE
The strongest argument for PFE centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Price/Book.
Bear Case : HIG
No major red flags identified for HIG, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : PFE
The primary concerns for PFE are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HIG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.50 — expect wider price swings.
HIG is growing revenue faster at 6.1% — sustainability is the question.
PFE generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
HIG scores higher overall (79/100 vs 55/100). PFE offers better value entry with a 29.4% margin of safety. 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.
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HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
Pfizer Inc. is an American multinational pharmaceutical and biotechnology corporation headquartered on 42nd Street in Manhattan, New York City. The name of the company commemorates its co-founder, Charles Pfizer (1824-1906). Pfizer develops and produces medicines and vaccines for immunology, oncology, cardiology, endocrinology, and neurology. The company has several blockbuster drugs or products that each generate more than 1 billion USD in annual revenues.
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