Credicorp Ltd (BAP)vsItau Unibanco Banco Holding SA (ITUB)
BAP
Credicorp Ltd
$377.90
-0.41%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $30.38B
ITUB
Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA
$8.33
+0.36%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $91.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA generates 545% more annual revenue ($143.71B vs $22.27B). BAP leads profitability with a 33.1% profit margin vs 32.6%. ITUB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.26. ITUB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
BAP
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
ITUB
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 49.4%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 4.5B in free cash flow
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BAP
The strongest argument for BAP centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.1% and operating margin at 49.4%. Revenue growth of 12.0% 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 : BAP
The primary concerns for BAP are PEG Ratio, 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
BAP profiles as a mature stock while ITUB is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BAP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.84 — expect wider price swings.
ITUB is growing revenue faster at 17.5% — sustainability is the question.
ITUB generates stronger free cash flow (70.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ITUB scores higher overall (77/100 vs 73/100), backed by strong 32.6% margins and 17.5% 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.
Credicorp Ltd
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Credicorp Ltd., a financial services holding company, offers various financial, insurance and health products and services primarily in Peru and internationally. The company is headquartered in Lima, Peru.
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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