Hartford Financial Services Group (HIG)vsPrimerica Inc (PRI)
HIG
Hartford Financial Services Group
$136.36
-0.32%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $36.75B
PRI
Primerica Inc
$292.44
+1.18%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $8.94B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hartford Financial Services Group generates 741% more annual revenue ($29.32B vs $3.49B). PRI leads profitability with a 22.8% 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+
PRI
Strong Buy73
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 31 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 31.5%
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : PRI
The strongest argument for PRI centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.8% and operating margin at 31.5%. PEG of 1.07 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HIG
The primary concerns for HIG are Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : PRI
The primary concerns for PRI are Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HIG profiles as a value stock while PRI is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PRI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.85 — expect wider price swings.
PRI is growing revenue faster at 8.7% — 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 73/100). 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 - LIFE · USA
Primerica, Inc., offers financial products to middle-income households in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Duluth, Georgia.
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