Hartford Financial Services Group (HIG)vsPennyMac Finl Svcs Inc (PFSI)
HIG
Hartford Financial Services Group
$132.14
+3.78%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $35.53B
PFSI
PennyMac Finl Svcs Inc
$81.24
-0.36%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $4.24B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hartford Financial Services Group generates 767% more annual revenue ($28.79B vs $3.32B). PFSI leads profitability with a 15.3% profit margin vs 14.1%. HIG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.12. HIG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
HIG
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
PFSI
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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 41.4% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 16.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : PFSI
The strongest argument for PFSI centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.3% and operating margin at 14.6%.
Bear Case : HIG
The primary concerns for HIG are Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : PFSI
The primary concerns for PFSI are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 3.98 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HIG profiles as a value stock while PFSI is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
PFSI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.44 — expect wider price swings.
HIG is growing revenue faster at 6.1% — sustainability is the question.
HIG generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HIG scores higher overall (79/100 vs 57/100). 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.
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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FINANCIAL SERVICES · MORTGAGE FINANCE · USA
PennyMac Financial Services, Inc. is engaged in investment management and mortgage banking activities in the United States. The company is headquartered in Westlake Village, California.
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