Cboe Global Markets Inc (CBOE)vsHartford Financial Services Group (HIG)
CBOE
Cboe Global Markets Inc
$281.04
-2.24%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $31.16B
HIG
Hartford Financial Services Group
$136.36
-0.32%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $36.75B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hartford Financial Services Group generates 479% more annual revenue ($29.32B vs $5.06B). CBOE leads profitability with a 26.7% 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+).
CBOE
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
HIG
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 34.6%
Earnings expanding 50.2% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 22.9% year-over-year
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
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CBOE
The strongest argument for CBOE centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.7% and operating margin at 34.6%. Revenue growth of 22.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull 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.
Bear Case : CBOE
The primary concerns for CBOE are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : HIG
The primary concerns for HIG are Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CBOE profiles as a growth stock while HIG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HIG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.45 — expect wider price swings.
CBOE is growing revenue faster at 22.9% — 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 74/100). 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.
Cboe Global Markets Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
Cboe Global Markets is an American company that owns the Chicago Board Options Exchange and the stock exchange operator BATS Global Markets.
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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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