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The Hartford Financial Services Group Inc offers a diverse range of property and casualty insurance, group benefits, and mutual fund services to a customer base of individuals and corporations. It operates in five segments: Commercial Lines, Personal Lines, Property & Casualty Other Operations, Group Benefits, and Hartford Funds, as well as a Corporate category.

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B of A Securities analyst Joshua Shanker maintains Hartford Finl Servs Gr (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIG#NYSE">HIG</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $113 to $111.

B of A Securities Maintains Buy on Hartford Finl Servs Gr, Lowers Price Target to $111

12 analysts have expressed a variety of opinions on Hartford Finl Servs Gr (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIG#NYSE">HIG</a>) over the past quarter, offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">8</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Hartford Finl Servs Gr, revealing an average target of $109.75, a high estimate of $116.00, and a low estimate of $95.00. Surpassing the previous average price target of $106.33, the current average has increased by 3.22%.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1720713647_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
A clear picture of Hartford Finl Servs Gr's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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</thead>
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<td>Jimmy Bhullar</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$116.00</td>
<td>$104.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Michael Phillips</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$107.00</td>
<td>$109.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Michael Ward</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$114.00</td>
<td>$116.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Scott Heleniak</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alex Scott</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$111.00</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jacob Kilstein</td>
<td>Argus Research</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$104.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Ward</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$116.00</td>
<td>$113.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Elyse Greenspan</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$111.00</td>
<td>$117.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Phillips</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$109.00</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Harry Fong</td>
<td>Roth MKM</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
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<tr>
<td>Michael Ward</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$113.00</td>
<td>$109.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Phillips</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$94.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Hartford Finl Servs Gr. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Hartford Finl Servs Gr compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Hartford Finl Servs Gr's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Hartford Finl Servs Gr's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/HIG/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Hartford Finl Servs Gr analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know Hartford Finl Servs Gr Better</h2>
The Hartford Financial Services Group Inc offers a diverse range of property and casualty insurance, group benefits, and mutual fund services to a customer base of individuals and corporations. It operates in five segments: Commercial Lines, Personal Lines, Property &amp; Casualty Other Operations, Group Benefits, and Hartford Funds, as well as a Corporate category.
<h3>Hartford Finl Servs Gr: Delving into Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Highlights: Above the industry average, the company's market capitalization signifies a significant scale, indicating strong confidence and market prominence.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Hartford Finl Servs Gr's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 8.77% as of 31 March, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Financials sector.
Net Margin: Hartford Finl Servs Gr's net margin is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 11.69%, the company may encounter challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Hartford Finl Servs Gr's ROE lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns on equity capital. With an ROE of 4.97%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Hartford Finl Servs Gr's ROA is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.97%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 0.29.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Decoding 12 Analyst Evaluations For Hartford Finl Servs Gr

JP Morgan analyst Jimmy Bhullar maintains Hartford Finl Servs Gr (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIG#NYSE">HIG</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $104 to $116.

JP Morgan Maintains Neutral on Hartford Finl Servs Gr, Raises Price Target to $116

Hartford Finl Servs Gr (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIG#NYSE">HIG</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 15 years by 2.42% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 15.12%. Currently, Hartford Finl Servs Gr has a market capitalization of $29.50 billion. 
Buying $1000 In HIG: If an investor had bought $1000 of HIG stock 15 years ago, it would be worth $8,373.42 today based on a price of $99.75 for HIG at the time of writing.
<h3>Hartford Finl Servs Gr's Performance Over Last 15 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1720634554_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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Morgan Stanley analyst Michael Phillips maintains Hartford Finl Servs Gr (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIG#NYSE">HIG</a>) with a Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $109 to $107.

Morgan Stanley Maintains Equal-Weight on Hartford Finl Servs Gr, Lowers Price Target to $107

Hartford Finl Servs Gr's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIG#NYSE">HIG</a>) short percent of float has risen 10.06% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 4.75 million shares sold short, which is 1.86% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 3.81 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Hartford Finl Servs Gr Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1719597611_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Hartford Finl Servs Gr has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Hartford Finl Servs Gr's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Hartford Finl Servs Gr's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 2.21%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
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Citigroup analyst Michael Ward downgrades Hartford Finl Servs Gr (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIG#NYSE">HIG</a>) from Buy to Neutral and lowers the price target from $116 to $114.

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Citigroup Downgrades Hartford Finl Servs Gr to Neutral, Lowers Price Target to $114

RBC Capital analyst Scott Heleniak reiterates Hartford Finl Servs Gr (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIG#NYSE">HIG</a>) with a Sector Perform and maintains $105 price target.

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RBC Capital Reiterates Sector Perform on Hartford Finl Servs Gr, Maintains $105 Price Target

Hartford Finl Servs Gr (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIG#NYSE">HIG</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 15 years by 3.02% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 15.61%. Currently, Hartford Finl Servs Gr has a market capitalization of $30.91 billion. 
Buying $1000 In HIG: If an investor had bought $1000 of HIG stock 15 years ago, it would be worth $8,637.19 today based on a price of $104.51 for HIG at the time of writing.
<h3>Hartford Finl Servs Gr's Performance Over Last 15 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1719250295_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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Product diversification helps Zacks Multiline Insurance industry players lower concentration risk, ensure uninterrupted revenue generation and improve retention ratio. Better pricing, prudent underwriting, increased exposure and faster economic recovery should benefit MetLife Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/met#NYSE">MET</a>), American International Group Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/aig#NYSE">AIG</a>), Prudential Financial Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/pru#NYSE">PRU</a>), The Hartford Financial Services Group (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/hig#NYSE">HIG</a>) and Old Republic International Corporation (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ori#NYSE">ORI</a>). Accelerated digitalization will help in the smooth functioning of the industry. 
The solid capital level of the multiline insurers will fuel merger and acquisition (M&amp;A) activities. An improving rate environment should drive investment income higher as insurers are beneficiaries of a better rate environment.
About the Industry
The Zacks Multiline Insurance industry comprises companies that provide single insurance coverage, bundling automobile, homeowner, long-term care, and life and health insurance to individuals and businesses. The insured pays a single premium and is covered for many things through a single contract. These companies cover commercial and personal properties, automobiles, marine, livestock, aviation, personal accident, life, including permanent and term insurance, supplemental accident and health insurance, workers&#39; compensation, annuity products, private mortgage insurance, et al. The players also provide risk management services. Since the companies offer single insurance coverage for multiple products, customer retention improves. The insured stands to benefit from lower premium payments compared to paying individual premiums for insuring varied products.
3 Trends Shaping the Future of the Multiline Insurance Industry
Diversified portfolio lowers concentration risk:&nbsp; Given the nature of the business, multiline insurers&#39; product and service portfolios are diversified. This lowers concentration risk. Increased awareness, driving higher demand for protection products, should benefit sales and premiums of life insurance operations. Continued improvement in pricing and an increase in exposure should support premium growth. Also, per Deloitte Insights, the transition to green energy and related insurance products, as well as exposure to intangible assets, offers growth opportunities. The increased adoption of artificial intelligence could increase potential cyber threats, thus fueling demand for cyber insurance.&nbsp; Per a report in Carrier Management, AM Best expects profitable commercial lines and improving personal lines in 2024. 
Merger and acquisitions:&nbsp; Consolidation in the multi-line insurance industry is expected to continue as players look to diversify their operations into new business lines and geographies. Buying businesses along the same lines is driven by the players&#39; need to gain a fair market share and grow in their niche areas. Consolidations that slowed down earlier due to inflation are expected to be on the rise again in 2024. Insurance technology companies are expected to top the list per media reports. The industry is undergoing accelerated digitalization. 
Increased adoption of technology: Digitalization has increased by leaps and bounds. The industry is witnessing greater use of technology like blockchain, AI, advanced analytics, telematics, cloud computing and robotic process automation to expedite business operations and save costs.&nbsp; Many life insurers have started selling policies online that appeal to the tech-savvy population. At the same time, the use of real-time data is making premium calculation easier and reducing risk. Insurers remain focused on ramping up data and analytics capabilities as well as realizing the benefit of the technological infrastructure per Deloitte Insights. Moreover, the adoption of technology has helped in seamless underwriting and claims processing. However, the adoption of technology comes with the risk of cyber threats.
Zacks Industry Rank Indicates Bright Prospects
The group&#39;s Zacks Industry Rank, which is basically the average of the Zacks Rank of all the member stocks, indicates encouraging prospects in the near term. The Zacks Multiline Insurance industry, housed within the broader Zacks Finance sector, currently carries a Zacks Industry Rank #87, which places it in the top 35% of 249 Zacks industries. Our research shows that the top 50% of the Zacks-ranked industries outperforms the bottom 50% by a factor of more than 2 to 1.
The industry&#39;s positioning in the top 50% of the Zacks-ranked industries is the result of a positive earnings outlook for the constituent companies in aggregate. The rosy outlook reflects that the industry&#39;s earnings estimates have been revised upward by analysts for the current year.
Before we present a few multiline insurance stocks that you may want to consider for your portfolio, let&#39;s take a look at the industry&#39;s recent stock-market performance and valuation picture.
Industry Outperforms Sector but Underperforms S&amp;P 500
The Multiline Insurance industry has outperformed the sector over the past year but underperformed the Zacks S&amp;P 500 composite over the same time frame. The stocks in this industry have collectively gained 5.3% in the past year compared with the Finance sector&#39;s increase of 3.1% and the Zacks S&amp;P 500 composite rise of 7% in the same time frame.
<h3>One-Year Price Performance 
<img alt="" src="https://staticx-tuner.zacks.com/images/zadmin_tuner_image/price(118).jpg" style="height:285px; width:620px" /> 
Current Valuation</h3>
On the basis of its trailing 12-month price-to-book (P/B), which is commonly used for valuing insurance stocks, the industry is currently trading at 2.48X compared with the S&amp;P 500&#39;s 6.14X and the sector&#39;s 3.06X. 
Over the past five years, the industry has traded as high as 2.81X, as low as 0.69X and at the median of 1.51X.
<h3>Price-to-Book (P/B) Ratio</h3>
<img alt="" src="https://staticx-tuner.zacks.com/images/zadmin_tuner_image/pb1(39).jpg" style="height:226px; width:620px" />
<h3>Price-to-Book (P/B) Ratio 
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5 Multiline Insurance Stocks to Keep an Eye on
We are presenting one Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) stock and four Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) stocks from the Multiline Insurance industry. &nbsp; 
Old Republic International: Based in Chicago, IL, Old Republic engages in the insurance underwriting and related services business, primarily in the United States and Canada. The company&#39;s solid market presence, niche focus, low property catastrophe exposure in its General Insurance segment and strong capital position poise it well for growth. It has a Zacks Rank #2. 
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2024 and 2025 earnings indicates a year-over-increase of 3.8% and 4.4%, respectively. ORI delivered a four-quarter average earnings surprise of 6.61%.
<h3>Price and Consensus: ORI</h3>
<img alt="" src="https://staticx-tuner.zacks.com/images/zadmin_tuner_image/ori(1).jpg" style="height:282px; width:620px" />
American International Group: Headquartered in New York, AIG provides insurance products for commercial, institutional and individual customers in North America and internationally. Strategic business de-risking, acquisitions, cost-control efforts and accelerated capital deployment will drive this Zacks Rank #3 insurer&#39;s growth. 
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2024 and 2025 earnings indicates a year-over-increase of 4.4% and 16%, respectively.&nbsp; The expected long-term earnings growth rate is pegged at 11.9%. The consensus estimate for 2024 and 2025 has moved 1 cent and 2 cents north, respectively, in the past 30 days. AIG delivered a four-quarter average earnings surprise of 9.18%.
<h3>Price and Consensus: AIG</h3>
<img alt="" src="https://staticx-tuner.zacks.com/images/zadmin_tuner_image/aig(6).jpg" style="height:276px; width:620px" />
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MetLife: This New York-based insurance-based global financial services company provides protection and investment products to a range of individual and institutional customers. This Zacks Rank #3 insurer&#39;s focus on businesses with growth potential and strategies to control costs and increase efficiency bodes well for growth. 
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2024 and 2025 earnings indicates a year-over-increase of 17.6% and 13.7%, respectively. Its expected long-term earnings growth rate is pegged at 13.9%.&nbsp; MET delivered a four-quarter average earnings surprise of 0.71%.
<h3>Price and Consensus: MET</h3>
<img alt="" src="https://staticx-tuner.zacks.com/images/zadmin_tuner_image/met(7).jpg" style="height:268px; width:620px" />
Prudential Financial: Headquartered in Newark, NJ, Prudential is a financial services leader offering an array of financial products and services. It carries a Zacks Rank #3. Its solid asset-based businesses, improved margins in the Group Insurance business, solid international operations, a high-performing asset management business and deeper reach in the pension risk transfer market are catalysts for long-term growth. A vast distribution network, a compelling product portfolio and a superior brand image give it a competitive edge. PRU is on track to become a higher-growth, less market-sensitive business. 
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2024 and 2025 earnings indicates a year-over-increase of 15.4% and 8.3%, respectively. The expected long-term earnings growth rate is pegged at 10%. PRU delivered a four-quarter average earnings surprise of 0.23%.
<h3>Price and Consensus: PRU</h3>
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The Hartford Financial Services Group: Headquartered in Hartford, CT, this Zacks Rank #3 insurer is one of the major multi-line insurance and investment companies in the country. It is poised to grow on improvement in the quality and size of mortgage insurance in force, a decline in claim payments, given the strong credit characteristics of the new loans insured, maintenance of capital in compliance with regulations and its solid capital position. 
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2024 and 2025 earnings indicates a year-over-increase of 11.9% and 14.3%, respectively. Its expected long-term earnings growth rate is pegged at 12.2%. HIG delivered a four-quarter average earnings surprise of 10.85%.
<h3>Price and Consensus: HIG 
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During the last three months, 16 analysts shared their evaluations of Hartford Finl Servs Gr (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIG#NYSE">HIG</a>), revealing diverse outlooks from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">5</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">5</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">6</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $112.75, with a high estimate of $144.00 and a low estimate of $95.00. Surpassing the previous average price target of $105.69, the current average has increased by 6.68%.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1718301668_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
A clear picture of Hartford Finl Servs Gr's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Alex Scott</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$111.00</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jacob Kilstein</td>
<td>Argus Research</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$104.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Ward</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$116.00</td>
<td>$113.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Elyse Greenspan</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$111.00</td>
<td>$117.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Phillips</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$109.00</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Harry Fong</td>
<td>Roth MKM</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Ward</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$113.00</td>
<td>$109.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Phillips</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$94.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alex Scott</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$92.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Elyse Greenspan</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$117.00</td>
<td>$106.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Motemaden</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$104.00</td>
<td>$96.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Meyer Shields</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$114.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jimmy Bhullar</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$104.00</td>
<td>$91.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Kligerman</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$144.00</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>C. Gregory Peters</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Paul Newsome</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Hartford Finl Servs Gr. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Hartford Finl Servs Gr compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts set price targets as an estimate of a stock's future value. Comparing the current and prior price targets provides insight into how analysts' expectations have changed over time. This information can be valuable for investors seeking to understand consensus views on the stock's potential future performance.</li>
</ul>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of Hartford Finl Servs Gr's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/HIG/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Hartford Finl Servs Gr analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Hartford Finl Servs Gr</h2>
The Hartford Financial Services Group Inc offers a diverse range of property and casualty insurance, group benefits, and mutual fund services to a customer base of individuals and corporations. It operates in five segments: Commercial Lines, Personal Lines, Property &amp; Casualty Other Operations, Group Benefits, and Hartford Funds, as well as a Corporate category.
<h3>Financial Insights: Hartford Finl Servs Gr</h3>
Market Capitalization: Surpassing industry standards, the company's market capitalization asserts its dominance in terms of size, suggesting a robust market position.
Revenue Growth: Hartford Finl Servs Gr displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 31 March, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 8.77%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Financials sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Hartford Finl Servs Gr's net margin is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 11.69%, the company may encounter challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Hartford Finl Servs Gr's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 4.97%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Return on Assets (ROA): Hartford Finl Servs Gr's ROA lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns from its assets. With an ROA of 0.97%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 0.29.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. 
Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Peeling Back The Layers: Exploring Hartford Finl Servs Gr Through Analyst Insights

Goldman Sachs analyst Alex Scott maintains Hartford Finl Servs Gr (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIG#NYSE">HIG</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $105 to $111.

Goldman Sachs Maintains Buy on Hartford Finl Servs Gr, Raises Price Target to $111

Hartford Finl Servs Gr (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIG#NYSE">HIG</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 15 years by 2.39% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 14.58%. Currently, Hartford Finl Servs Gr has a market capitalization of $29.63 billion. 
Buying $1000 In HIG: If an investor had bought $1000 of HIG stock 15 years ago, it would be worth $7,088.07 today based on a price of $100.20 for HIG at the time of writing.
<h3>Hartford Finl Servs Gr's Performance Over Last 15 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1717702238_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

$1000 Invested In Hartford Finl Servs Gr 15 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

Hartford Finl Servs Gr's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIG#NYSE">HIG</a>) short percent of float has fallen 12.37% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 4.34 million shares sold short, which is 1.7% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.3 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Hartford Finl Servs Gr Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1716577217_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Hartford Finl Servs Gr has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Hartford Finl Servs Gr's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Hartford Finl Servs Gr's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 1.92%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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(HIG) - Analyzing Hartford Finl Servs Gr's Short Interest

Hartford Finl Servs Gr (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIG#NYSE">HIG</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 15 years by 1.37% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 13.78%. Currently, Hartford Finl Servs Gr has a market capitalization of $30.22 billion. 
Buying $1000 In HIG: If an investor had bought $1000 of HIG stock 15 years ago, it would be worth $6,830.89 today based on a price of $102.17 for HIG at the time of writing.
<h3>Hartford Finl Servs Gr's Performance Over Last 15 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1715954424_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Hartford Finl Servs Gr (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIG#NYSE">HIG</a>) underwent analysis by 16 analysts in the last quarter, revealing a spectrum of viewpoints from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">6</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">6</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts provide deeper insights through their assessments of 12-month price targets, revealing an average target of $112.94, a high estimate of $144.00, and a low estimate of $95.00. This upward trend is apparent, with the current average reflecting a 6.67% increase from the previous average price target of $105.88.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1715792563_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Hartford Finl Servs Gr. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Jacob Kilstein</td>
<td>Argus Research</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$104.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Ward</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$116.00</td>
<td>$113.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Elyse Greenspan</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$111.00</td>
<td>$117.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Phillips</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$109.00</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Harry Fong</td>
<td>Roth MKM</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Ward</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$113.00</td>
<td>$109.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Phillips</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$94.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alex Scott</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$92.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Elyse Greenspan</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$117.00</td>
<td>$106.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Motemaden</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$104.00</td>
<td>$96.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Meyer Shields</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$114.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jimmy Bhullar</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$104.00</td>
<td>$91.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Kligerman</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$144.00</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>C. Gregory Peters</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Paul Newsome</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Meyer Shields</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$114.00</td>
<td>$108.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Hartford Finl Servs Gr. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Gaining insights, analysts provide qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Hartford Finl Servs Gr compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for Hartford Finl Servs Gr's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into Hartford Finl Servs Gr's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/HIG/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Hartford Finl Servs Gr analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into Hartford Finl Servs Gr's Background</h2>
The Hartford Financial Services Group Inc offers a diverse range of property and casualty insurance, group benefits, and mutual fund services to a customer base of individuals and corporations. It operates in five segments: Commercial Lines, Personal Lines, Property &amp; Casualty Other Operations, Group Benefits, and Hartford Funds, as well as a Corporate category.
<h3>Financial Insights: Hartford Finl Servs Gr</h3>
Market Capitalization: Exceeding industry standards, the company's market capitalization places it above industry average in size relative to peers. This emphasizes its significant scale and robust market position.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Hartford Finl Servs Gr showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 8.77% as of 31 March, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Financials sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 11.69%, the company may need to address challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Hartford Finl Servs Gr's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 4.97%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Hartford Finl Servs Gr's ROA is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.97%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Debt Management: Hartford Finl Servs Gr's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 0.29.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.
Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.
Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

16 Analysts Have This To Say About Hartford Finl Servs Gr

Argus Research analyst Jacob Kilstein maintains Hartford Finl Servs Gr (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIG#NYSE">HIG</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $104 to $110.

Argus Research Maintains Buy on Hartford Finl Servs Gr, Raises Price Target to $110

Citigroup analyst Michael Ward maintains Hartford Finl Servs Gr (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIG#NYSE">HIG</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $113 to $116.

Citigroup Maintains Neutral on Hartford Finl Servs Gr, Raises Price Target to $116

Hartford Finl Servs Gr (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIG#NYSE">HIG</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 15 years by 1.39% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 13.63%. Currently, Hartford Finl Servs Gr has a market capitalization of $28.95 billion. 
Buying $1000 In HIG: If an investor had bought $1000 of HIG stock 15 years ago, it would be worth $6,163.34 today based on a price of $97.90 for HIG at the time of writing.
<h3>Hartford Finl Servs Gr's Performance Over Last 15 Years</h3>
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Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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If You Invested $1000 In This Stock 15 Years Ago, You Would Have $6,200 Today

Wells Fargo analyst Elyse Greenspan maintains Hartford Finl Servs Gr (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIG#NYSE">HIG</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $117 to $111.

Wells Fargo Maintains Overweight on Hartford Finl Servs Gr, Lowers Price Target to $111

In a report released today, Paul Newsome from Piper Sandler maintained a Buy rating on Hartford Financial (HIG – Research Report), with a price tar...

Hartford Financial (HIG) Receives a Buy from Piper Sandler

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Morgan Stanley analyst Bob Huang maintained a Hold rating on Hartford Financial (HIG – Research Report) today and set a price target of $107.00. Th...

Hartford Financial (HIG) Gets a Hold from Morgan Stanley

In a report released today, Yaron Kinar from Jefferies maintained a Hold rating on Hartford Financial (HIG – Research Report), with a price target ...


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