Radian Group Inc (RDN)vsSun Life Financial Inc. (SLF)
RDN
Radian Group Inc
$39.71
+1.12%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $5.17B
SLF
Sun Life Financial Inc.
$82.27
-2.14%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $46.60B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sun Life Financial Inc. generates 2446% more annual revenue ($34.90B vs $1.37B). RDN leads profitability with a 41.0% profit margin vs 8.8%. RDN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.76. RDN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
RDN
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
SLF
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 41 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.6%
Revenue surging 58.8% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 4.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Earnings declined 9.0%
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.2% revenue growth
Earnings declined 48.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : RDN
The strongest argument for RDN centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 41.0% and operating margin at 46.6%. Revenue growth of 58.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SLF
The strongest argument for SLF centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : RDN
The primary concerns for RDN are EPS Growth.
Bear Case : SLF
The primary concerns for SLF are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RDN profiles as a growth stock while SLF is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SLF carries more volatility with a beta of 0.82 — expect wider price swings.
RDN is growing revenue faster at 58.8% — sustainability is the question.
SLF generates stronger free cash flow (4.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RDN scores higher overall (75/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 41.0% margins and 58.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Radian Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - SPECIALTY · USA
Radian Group Inc. is engaged in the mortgage and real estate services business in the United States. The company is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Sun Life Financial Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Sun Life Financial Inc., a financial services company, provides insurance, wealth and asset management solutions to individuals and corporate clients around the world. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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