Hartford Financial Services Group (HIG)vsStewart Information Services Corp (STC)
HIG
Hartford Financial Services Group
$129.50
+3.78%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $35.53B
STC
Stewart Information Services Corp
$66.18
+3.80%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hartford Financial Services Group generates 830% more annual revenue ($28.79B vs $3.10B). HIG leads profitability with a 14.1% profit margin vs 4.2%. 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+
STC
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
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 41.4% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 400.0% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 27.7% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
4.2% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.0%
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 : STC
The strongest argument for STC centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, P/E Ratio. Revenue growth of 27.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HIG
The primary concerns for HIG are Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : STC
The primary concerns for STC are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 4.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HIG profiles as a value stock while STC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
STC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.01 — expect wider price swings.
STC is growing revenue faster at 27.7% — sustainability is the question.
HIG generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HIG scores higher overall (79/100 vs 60/100). 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.
Visit Website →Stewart Information Services Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
Stewart Information Services Corporation offers title insurance and real estate transaction services. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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