Axos Financial Inc (AX)vsItau Unibanco Banco Holding SA (ITUB)
AX
Axos Financial Inc
$89.13
-1.66%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $5.14B
ITUB
Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA
$8.44
-0.24%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $91.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA generates 10319% more annual revenue ($143.71B vs $1.38B). AX leads profitability with a 35.5% profit margin vs 32.6%. AX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.95. AX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
AX
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
ITUB
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.0%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
18.1% revenue growth
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 39.1%
Generating 70.9B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AX
The strongest argument for AX centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.5% and operating margin at 45.0%. Revenue growth of 18.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ITUB
The strongest argument for ITUB centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.6% and operating margin at 39.1%. Revenue growth of 17.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AX
The primary concerns for AX are Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : ITUB
The primary concerns for ITUB are Piotroski F-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 4.71 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.
AX is growing revenue faster at 18.1% — sustainability is the question.
ITUB generates stronger free cash flow (70.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
AX scores higher overall (79/100 vs 77/100), backed by strong 35.5% margins and 18.1% 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.
Axos Financial Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Axos Financial, Inc. offers commercial and consumer banking products in the United States. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Visit Website →Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Ita Unibanco Holding SA offers a range of financial products and services in Brazil and internationally. The company is headquartered in So Paulo, Brazil.
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