Atlantic Union Bankshares Corp (AUB)vsU.S. Bancorp (USB)
AUB
Atlantic Union Bankshares Corp
$39.26
-0.41%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $5.44B
USB
U.S. Bancorp
$59.60
+1.75%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $91.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
U.S. Bancorp generates 1750% more annual revenue ($27.89B vs $1.51B). AUB leads profitability with a 32.3% profit margin vs 30.0%. AUB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.09. AUB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 81/100 (A-).
AUB
Exceptional Buy81
out of 100
Grade: A-
USB
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
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 56.1%
Revenue surging 35.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 835.0% YoY
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
ROE of 6.8% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AUB
The strongest argument for AUB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.3% and operating margin at 56.1%. Revenue growth of 35.8% 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 : AUB
The primary concerns for AUB are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : USB
The primary concerns for USB are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AUB 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.
AUB is growing revenue faster at 35.8% — sustainability is the question.
USB generates stronger free cash flow (4.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AUB scores higher overall (81/100 vs 73/100), backed by strong 32.3% margins and 35.8% 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.
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 →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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