The Hartford Financial Services Group (HIG) Stock Forecast & Price Target

$127.50 -0.71 (-0.55%)

As of 05/9/2025 03:53 PM Eastern

The Hartford Financial Services Group - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2025)

MarketBeat calculates consensus analyst ratings for stocks using the most recent rating from each Wall Street analyst that has rated a stock within the last twelve months. Each analyst's rating is normalized to a standardized rating score of 1 (sell), 2 (hold), 3 (buy) or 4 (strong buy). Analyst consensus ratings scores are calculated using the mean average of the number of normalized sell, hold, buy and strong buy ratings from Wall Street analysts. Each stock's consensus analyst rating is derived from its calculated consensus ratings score (0 to .5 = Strong Sell, .5 to 1 = Sell, 1 to 1.5 = Reduce, 1.5 to 2.5 = Hold, 2.5 to 3.0 = Moderate Buy, 3.0 to 3.5 = Buy, >3.5 = Strong Buy). MarketBeat's consensus price targets are a mean average of the most recent available price targets set by each analyst that has set a price target for the stock in the last twelve months. MarketBeat's consensus ratings and consensus price targets may differ from those calculated by other firms due to differences in methodology and available data.

Consensus Rating

Moderate Buy

Based on 15 Analyst Ratings

Sell
0

Hold
7

Buy
8

Based on 15 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for The Hartford Financial Services Group in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy." Out of the 15 analysts, 7 have given a hold rating, 7 have given a buy rating, and 1 has given a strong buy rating for HIG.

Consensus Price Target

$126.87
-0.50% Downside

According to the 15 analysts' twelve-month price targets for The Hartford Financial Services Group, the average price target is $126.87. The highest price target for HIG is $145.00, while the lowest price target for HIG is $107.00. The average price target represents a forecasted downside of -0.50% from the current price of $127.50.

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HIG Analyst Ratings Over Time

Type	Current Forecast 5/10/24 to 5/10/25	1 Month Ago 4/10/24 to 4/10/25	3 Months Ago 2/10/24 to 2/9/25	1 Year Ago 5/11/23 to 5/10/24
Strong Buy	1 Strong Buy rating(s)	1 Strong Buy rating(s)	1 Strong Buy rating(s)	0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy	7 Buy rating(s)	7 Buy rating(s)	8 Buy rating(s)	8 Buy rating(s)
Hold	7 Hold rating(s)	9 Hold rating(s)	9 Hold rating(s)	7 Hold rating(s)
Sell	0 Sell rating(s)	0 Sell rating(s)	0 Sell rating(s)	0 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target	$126.87	$123.24	$122.94	$105.44
Forecasted Upside	-0.50% Downside	7.42% Upside	8.30% Upside	3.48% Upside
Consensus Rating	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy

HIG Analyst Recommendations By Month

The chart below shows how a company's ratings by analysts have changed over time. Each bar represents the previous year of ratings for that month. Within each bar, the sell ratings are shown in red, the hold ratings are shown in yellow, the buy ratings are shown in green, and the strong buy ratings are shown in dark green.

HIG Price Targets by Month

The chart below shows how a company's share price and consensus price target have changed over time. The dark blue line represents the company's actual price. The lighter blue line represents the stock's consensus price target. The even lighter blue range in the background of the two lines represents the low price target and the high price target for each stock.

The Hartford Financial Services Group Stock vs. The Competition

Type	The Hartford Financial Services Group	Finance Companies	S&P 500
Consensus Rating Score	2.60	2.53	2.54
Consensus Rating	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy
Predicted Upside	-0.50% Downside	28.20% Upside	16.98% Upside
News Sentiment Rating	Positive News See Recent HIG News	Positive News	Positive News

Recent Analyst Forecasts and Stock Ratings

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Date	Brokerage	Analyst Name	Action	Rating	Price Target	Upside/Downside on Report Date
4/28/2025	UBS Group 3 of 5 stars	Brian Meredith Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Boost Target	Buy ➝ Buy	$139.00 ➝ $142.00	+17.79%
4/25/2025	Barclays 3 of 5 stars	A. Scott Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Boost Target	Overweight ➝ Overweight	$140.00 ➝ $145.00	+21.96%
4/11/2025	Jefferies Financial Group 2 of 5 stars	Yaron Kinar Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Lower Target	Hold ➝ Hold	$118.00 ➝ $117.00	+1.25%
4/10/2025	Wells Fargo & Company Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Elyse Greenspan Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Lower Target	Overweight ➝ Overweight	$126.00 ➝ $125.00	+7.73%
4/9/2025	Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Meyer Shields Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Lower Target	Outperform ➝ Outperform	$140.00 ➝ $133.00	+21.65%
4/8/2025	JPMorgan Chase & Co. Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Jimmy Bhullar Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Boost Target	Neutral ➝ Neutral	$125.00 ➝ $129.00	+13.55%
4/1/2025	Piper Sandler Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Paul Newsome Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Boost Target	Overweight ➝ Overweight	$130.00 ➝ $145.00	+17.19%
3/31/2025	Raymond James Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	C. Gregory Peters Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Boost Target	Outperform ➝ Outperform	$125.00 ➝ $135.00	+9.39%
2/3/2025	Royal Bank of Canada Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Scott Heleniak Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Reiterated Rating	Sector Perform ➝ Sector Perform	$125.00 ➝ $125.00	+11.82%
11/27/2024	BMO Capital Markets Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Market Perform ➝ Market Perform	$100.00 ➝ $141.00	+15.00%
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10/10/2024	Bank of America Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Neutral ➝ Neutral	$121.00 ➝ $124.00	+6.90%
8/2/2024	Argus Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	K. Heal Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Upgrade	Strong-Buy
7/10/2024	Morgan Stanley Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Lower Target	Equal Weight ➝ Equal Weight	$109.00 ➝ $107.00	+7.39%
6/28/2024	Citigroup Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Downgrade	Buy ➝ Neutral	$116.00 ➝ $114.00	+10.95%
6/13/2024	The Goldman Sachs Group Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	R. Cox Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Boost Target	Buy ➝ Buy	$105.00 ➝ $111.00	+12.25%
4/26/2024	Roth Mkm Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Neutral ➝ Neutral	$90.00 ➝ $95.00	-1.13%
4/11/2024	Evercore ISI Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	In-Line ➝ In-Line	$96.00 ➝ $104.00	+6.13%
4/3/2024	TD Cowen Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Buy ➝ Buy	$144.00	+40.97%
11/16/2023	Oppenheimer Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Initiated Coverage	Market Perform
10/4/2023	Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Initiated Coverage	Hold	$85.00	+21.15%

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Should I Buy The Hartford Financial Services Group Stock? HIG Pros and Cons Explained

These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Please send any questions or comments about these The Hartford Financial Services Group pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

The Hartford Financial Services Group
Bull Case

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.:

The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. has a strong institutional ownership, with over 93% of its stock held by institutional investors, indicating confidence in the company's stability and growth potential.
Recent insider selling, while often viewed negatively, can also indicate that insiders believe the stock is at a high point, suggesting potential for future growth.
The current stock price is around $120, which may present a buying opportunity for investors looking to enter at a favorable valuation.
Several hedge funds have recently increased their stakes in The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc., reflecting positive sentiment and potential for future appreciation.
The company provides a diverse range of insurance and financial services, which can help mitigate risks associated with market fluctuations.

The Hartford Financial Services Group
Bear Case

Investors should be bearish about investing in The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. for these reasons:

Insider ownership is relatively low at 1.50%, which may suggest a lack of alignment between management and shareholders' interests.
Recent insider sales totaling over 113,000 shares could indicate a lack of confidence in the stock's short-term performance.
The insurance sector can be highly competitive and subject to regulatory changes, which may impact profitability.
Market volatility can affect the performance of financial services companies, including The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc., leading to potential fluctuations in stock price.
While institutional ownership is high, it can also lead to significant price movements if large investors decide to sell their positions.

HIG Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

: According to the research reports of 15 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for The Hartford Financial Services Group is $126.87, with a high forecast of $145.00 and a low forecast of $107.00.
: 15 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for The Hartford Financial Services Group in the last year. There are currently 7 hold ratings, 7 buy ratings and 1 strong buy rating for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" HIG shares.
: According to analysts, The Hartford Financial Services Group's stock has a predicted downside of -0.50% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.
: The Hartford Financial Services Group has been rated by research analysts at Barclays, Jefferies Financial Group, JPMorgan Chase & Co., Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, Piper Sandler, Raymond James, UBS Group, and Wells Fargo & Company in the past 90 days.
: Analysts like The Hartford Financial Services Group more than other "finance" companies. The consensus rating score for The Hartford Financial Services Group is 2.60 while the average consensus rating score for "finance" companies is 2.53. Learn more on how HIG compares to other companies.

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The Hartford Financial Services Group (HIG) Stock Forecast & Price Target