Amalgamated Bank (AMAL)vsU.S. Bancorp (USB)
AMAL
Amalgamated Bank
$47.87
-1.34%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.45B
USB
U.S. Bancorp
$62.84
+0.69%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $97.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
U.S. Bancorp generates 8083% more annual revenue ($27.32B vs $333.86M). AMAL leads profitability with a 34.0% profit margin vs 29.9%. USB trades at a lower P/E of 12.4x. USB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
AMAL
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
USB
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 50.8%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 23.5% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 39.7%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 21.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMAL
The strongest argument for AMAL centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 34.0% and operating margin at 50.8%. Revenue growth of 23.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : USB
The strongest argument for USB centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.9% and operating margin at 39.7%. Revenue growth of 10.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AMAL
The primary concerns for AMAL are Market Cap, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : USB
The primary concerns for USB are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMAL profiles as a growth stock while USB is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
USB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
AMAL is growing revenue faster at 23.5% — sustainability is the question.
USB generates stronger free cash flow (4.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
USB scores higher overall (77/100 vs 68/100), backed by strong 29.9% margins and 10.4% revenue growth. 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.
Amalgamated Bank
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Amalgamated Finance Corporation The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
U.S. Bancorp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
U.S. Bancorp is an American bank holding company based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and incorporated in Delaware. The company provides banking, investment, mortgage, trust, and payment services products to individuals, businesses, governmental entities, and other financial institutions.
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