Hartford Financial Services Group (HIG)vsWalker & Dunlop Inc (WD)
HIG
Hartford Financial Services Group
$132.14
+3.78%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $35.53B
WD
Walker & Dunlop Inc
$51.25
-0.85%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.72B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hartford Financial Services Group generates 2244% more annual revenue ($28.79B vs $1.23B). HIG leads profitability with a 14.1% profit margin vs 5.7%. 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+
WD
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 41.4% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 32.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 471.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.2% — below average capital efficiency
5.7% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
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 : WD
The strongest argument for WD centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 32.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.09 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HIG
The primary concerns for HIG are Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : WD
The primary concerns for WD are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 1.95 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HIG profiles as a value stock while WD is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.51 — expect wider price swings.
WD is growing revenue faster at 32.0% — 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 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 →Walker & Dunlop Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · MORTGAGE FINANCE · USA
Walker & Dunlop, Inc. originates, sells and services a variety of commercial and multifamily real estate financing products and services for real estate owners and developers in the United States. The company is headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland.
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