Axos Financial Inc (AX)vsU.S. Bancorp (USB)
AX
Axos Financial Inc
$86.98
-0.79%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $4.99B
USB
U.S. Bancorp
$55.53
+0.40%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $85.86B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
U.S. Bancorp generates 1913% more annual revenue ($26.65B vs $1.32B). AX leads profitability with a 36.0% profit margin vs 29.3%. 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+
USB
Strong Buy71
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 49.4%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
19.3% revenue growth
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 37.8%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.6% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 36.0% and operating margin at 49.4%. Revenue growth of 19.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : USB
The strongest argument for USB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.3% and operating margin at 37.8%.
Bear Case : AX
The primary concerns for AX are Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : USB
The primary concerns for USB are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AX profiles as a growth stock while USB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — expect wider price swings.
AX is growing revenue faster at 19.3% — sustainability is the question.
USB generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AX scores higher overall (79/100 vs 71/100), backed by strong 36.0% margins and 19.3% 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 →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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