Atlantic Union Bankshares Corp (AUB)vsMizuho Financial Group Inc. (MFG)
AUB
Atlantic Union Bankshares Corp
$37.96
+0.53%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $5.77B
MFG
Mizuho Financial Group Inc.
$9.52
+1.68%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $115.97B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mizuho Financial Group Inc. generates 314026% more annual revenue ($4.40T vs $1.40B). MFG leads profitability with a 28.4% profit margin vs 24.7%. AUB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.09. AUB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
AUB
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
MFG
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 51.0%
Revenue surging 86.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 61.5% YoY
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 32.5%
Earnings expanding 680.0% YoY
Generating 487.7B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
ROE of 6.8% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AUB
The strongest argument for AUB centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.7% and operating margin at 51.0%. Revenue growth of 86.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MFG
The strongest argument for MFG centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.4% and operating margin at 32.5%. Revenue growth of 16.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AUB
The primary concerns for AUB are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : MFG
The primary concerns for MFG are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 5.88 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AUB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.80 — expect wider price swings.
AUB is growing revenue faster at 86.2% — sustainability is the question.
MFG generates stronger free cash flow (487.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
AUB scores higher overall (79/100 vs 78/100), backed by strong 24.7% margins and 86.2% 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.
Atlantic Union Bankshares Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Atlantic Union Bankshares Corporation is the holding company of Atlantic Union Bank providing related banking and financial services to consumers and businesses. The company is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia.
Visit Website →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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