American International Group Inc (AIG)vsRaymond James Financial Inc. (RJF)
AIG
American International Group Inc
$74.80
+1.37%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $39.67B
RJF
Raymond James Financial Inc.
$158.32
+1.76%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $30.30B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American International Group Inc generates 81% more annual revenue ($26.61B vs $14.68B). RJF leads profitability with a 14.6% profit margin vs 11.6%. AIG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.86. RJF earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
AIG
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
RJF
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.4% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 7.2%
Earnings declined 5.6%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AIG
The strongest argument for AIG centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.86 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : RJF
The strongest argument for RJF centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 13.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.98 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AIG
The primary concerns for AIG are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : RJF
The primary concerns for RJF are Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AIG profiles as a declining stock while RJF is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
RJF carries more volatility with a beta of 1.01 — expect wider price swings.
RJF is growing revenue faster at 13.4% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
RJF scores higher overall (70/100 vs 60/100) and 13.4% revenue growth. 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.
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.
Raymond James Financial Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Raymond James Financial is an American multinational independent investment bank and financial services company providing financial services to individuals, corporations, and municipalities through its subsidiary companies that engage primarily in investment and financial planning, in addition to investment banking and asset management.
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