Hartford Financial Services Group (HIG)vsTrustmark Corporation (TRMK)
HIG
Hartford Financial Services Group
$131.89
-0.94%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $36.75B
TRMK
Trustmark Corporation
$46.71
-0.06%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $2.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hartford Financial Services Group generates 3496% more annual revenue ($29.32B vs $815.20M). TRMK leads profitability with a 28.7% 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+
TRMK
Strong Buy69
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 36.8%
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : TRMK
The strongest argument for TRMK centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.7% and operating margin at 36.8%.
Bear Case : HIG
The primary concerns for HIG are Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : TRMK
The primary concerns for TRMK are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HIG profiles as a value stock while TRMK is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
TRMK carries more volatility with a beta of 0.63 — expect wider price swings.
TRMK is growing revenue faster at 9.0% — 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 69/100). 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
Trustmark Corporation is the banking holding company for Trustmark National Bank providing banking and financial solutions to individuals and corporate institutions in the United States. The company is headquartered in Jackson, Mississippi.
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