Hartford Financial Services Group (HIG)vsSoFi Technologies Inc. (SOFI)
HIG
Hartford Financial Services Group
$136.36
-0.32%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $36.75B
SOFI
SoFi Technologies Inc.
$17.32
+0.64%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $23.26B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hartford Financial Services Group generates 587% more annual revenue ($29.32B vs $4.27B). SOFI leads profitability with a 14.9% 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+).
HIG
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
SOFI
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
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 36.1% YoY
Revenue surging 42.6% year-over-year
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 40.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 5.7% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : SOFI
The strongest argument for SOFI centers on Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 42.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.66 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HIG
The primary concerns for HIG are Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SOFI
The primary concerns for SOFI are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HIG profiles as a value stock while SOFI is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SOFI carries more volatility with a beta of 2.21 — expect wider price swings.
SOFI is growing revenue faster at 42.6% — 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 70/100). 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.
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 · CREDIT SERVICES · USA
SoFi Technologies, Inc. provides digital financial services. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
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