Hartford Financial Services Group (HIG)vsSimmons First National Corporation (SFNC)
HIG
Hartford Financial Services Group
$130.04
-2.60%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $36.60B
SFNC
Simmons First National Corporation
$23.37
+1.30%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $3.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hartford Financial Services Group generates 3050% more annual revenue ($29.32B vs $930.76M). SFNC leads profitability with a 28.0% 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+
SFNC
Strong Buy66
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 25.8%
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -10.5% — below average capital efficiency
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 : SFNC
The strongest argument for SFNC centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.0% and operating margin at 25.8%. Revenue growth of 14.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HIG
The primary concerns for HIG are Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SFNC
The primary concerns for SFNC are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HIG profiles as a value stock while SFNC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
SFNC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.94 — expect wider price swings.
SFNC is growing revenue faster at 14.3% — 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 66/100). 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 · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Simmons First National Corporation is the holding company of Simmons Bank providing banking and financial products and services to individuals and businesses. The company is headquartered in Pine Bluff, Arkansas.
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