Hartford Financial Services Group (HIG)vs1st Source Corporation (SRCE)
HIG
Hartford Financial Services Group
$125.69
-0.71%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $35.73B
SRCE
1st Source Corporation
$86.09
+0.80%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $2.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hartford Financial Services Group generates 6527% more annual revenue ($29.32B vs $442.37M). SRCE leads profitability with a 38.6% 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+
SRCE
Strong Buy75
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
Keeps 39 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 54.1%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
16.0% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : SRCE
The strongest argument for SRCE centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 38.6% and operating margin at 54.1%. Revenue growth of 16.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HIG
The primary concerns for HIG are Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SRCE
The primary concerns for SRCE are Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HIG profiles as a value stock while SRCE is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SRCE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.55 — expect wider price swings.
SRCE is growing revenue faster at 16.0% — 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 75/100). 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 · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
1st Source Corporation is the holding company of 1st Source Bank providing commercial and consumer banking services, trust and wealth advisory services, and insurance to individual and commercial clients. The company is headquartered in South Bend, Indiana.
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