FS Bancorp Inc (FSBW)vsHartford Financial Services Group (HIG)
FSBW
FS Bancorp Inc
$43.21
+0.26%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $346.33M
HIG
Hartford Financial Services Group
$136.90
-0.20%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $36.85B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hartford Financial Services Group generates 20346% more annual revenue ($29.59B vs $144.70M). FSBW leads profitability with a 20.1% profit margin vs 15.6%. HIG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.12. HIG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
FSBW
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
HIG
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 22.6%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.6%
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Revenue declined 0.6%
Earnings declined 46.6%
3.9% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FSBW
The strongest argument for FSBW centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.1% and operating margin at 22.6%. PEG of 1.35 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : HIG
The strongest argument for HIG centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.6% and operating margin at 22.6%. PEG of 0.12 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : FSBW
The primary concerns for FSBW are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : HIG
The primary concerns for HIG are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FSBW profiles as a declining stock while HIG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FSBW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.68 — expect wider price swings.
HIG is growing revenue faster at 3.9% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
HIG scores higher overall (79/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 15.6% margins. 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.
FS Bancorp Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
FS Bancorp, Inc. is a bank holding company for 1st Security Bank of Washington providing banking and financial services to local families, local and regional businesses, and industry niches. The company is headquartered in Mountlake Terrace, Washington.
Visit Website →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.
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