American International Group Inc (AIG)vsFirst American Corporation (FAF)
AIG
American International Group Inc
$81.90
+0.56%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $41.61B
FAF
First American Corporation
$63.72
+0.27%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $6.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American International Group Inc generates 231% more annual revenue ($26.74B vs $8.09B). AIG leads profitability with a 11.1% profit margin vs 9.1%. AIG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.68. AIG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
AIG
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
FAF
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 1.7B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
0.5% revenue growth
ROE of 7.3% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 10.1%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 6.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AIG
The strongest argument for AIG centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.68 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : FAF
The strongest argument for FAF centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : AIG
The primary concerns for AIG are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : FAF
The primary concerns for FAF are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FAF carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
FAF is growing revenue faster at 5.3% — sustainability is the question.
AIG generates stronger free cash flow (1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
AIG scores higher overall (61/100 vs 56/100). Both earn "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.
American International Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - DIVERSIFIED · USA
American International Group, Inc., also known as AIG, is an American multinational finance and insurance corporation with operations in more than 80 countries and jurisdictions. The company operates through three core businesses: General Insurance, Life & Retirement, and a standalone technology-enabled subsidiary.
First American Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - SPECIALTY · USA
First American Financial Corporation, provides financial services. The company is headquartered in Santa Ana, California.
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