Amalgamated Bank (AMAL)vsU.S. Bancorp (USB)
AMAL
Amalgamated Bank
$51.13
-0.58%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.41B
USB
U.S. Bancorp
$59.74
-0.23%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $91.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
U.S. Bancorp generates 8253% more annual revenue ($27.89B vs $333.86M). AMAL leads profitability with a 34.0% profit margin vs 30.0%. USB trades at a lower P/E of 11.4x. USB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
AMAL
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
USB
Strong Buy73
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.1%
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 4.8B in free cash flow
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 P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.0% and operating margin at 40.1%.
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 1.02 — 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 (73/100 vs 68/100), backed by strong 30.0% margins. 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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