Hartford Financial Services Group (HIG)vsSmartFinancial, Inc. (SMBK)
HIG
Hartford Financial Services Group
$136.36
-0.32%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $36.75B
SMBK
SmartFinancial, Inc.
$52.24
+1.34%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $886.90M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hartford Financial Services Group generates 14257% more annual revenue ($29.32B vs $204.19M). SMBK leads profitability with a 28.1% profit margin vs 14.9%. HIG trades at a lower P/E of 9.4x. HIG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
HIG
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
SMBK
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
Strong operational efficiency at 41.7%
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
16.4% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
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 : SMBK
The strongest argument for SMBK centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.1% and operating margin at 41.7%. Revenue growth of 16.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HIG
The primary concerns for HIG are Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SMBK
The primary concerns for SMBK are Market Cap, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HIG profiles as a value stock while SMBK is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SMBK carries more volatility with a beta of 0.68 — expect wider price swings.
SMBK is growing revenue faster at 16.4% — 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.
Visit Website →SmartFinancial, Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
SmartFinancial, Inc. is SmartBank's banking holding company that provides various financial services to individual and corporate clients. The company is headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee.
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