Associated Banc-Corp (ASB)vsMizuho Financial Group Inc. (MFG)
ASB
Associated Banc-Corp
$30.36
-0.59%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $5.67B
MFG
Mizuho Financial Group Inc.
$9.40
+0.11%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $116.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mizuho Financial Group Inc. generates 289653% more annual revenue ($4.74T vs $1.64B). ASB leads profitability with a 32.2% profit margin vs 29.1%. MFG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.40. MFG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
ASB
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
MFG
Exceptional Buy84
out of 100
Grade: A-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.8%
Revenue surging 21.6% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 46.7%
Revenue surging 35.0% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.1% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ASB
The strongest argument for ASB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.2% and operating margin at 46.8%. Revenue growth of 21.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MFG
The strongest argument for MFG centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.1% and operating margin at 46.7%. Revenue growth of 35.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ASB
The primary concerns for ASB are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : MFG
The primary concerns for MFG are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 5.91 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.81 — expect wider price swings.
MFG is growing revenue faster at 35.0% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor BANKS - REGIONAL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
MFG scores higher overall (84/100 vs 71/100), backed by strong 29.1% margins and 35.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Associated Banc-Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Associated Banc-Corp, a bank holding company, offers a variety of banking and non-banking products to individuals and businesses in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Minnesota. The company is headquartered in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
Mizuho Financial Group Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. engages in banking, trusts, securities and other businesses related to financial services in Japan, America, Europe, Asia / Oceania and internationally. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
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