Banco Bilbao Viscaya Argentaria SA ADR (BBVA)vsRoyal Bank of Canada (RY)
BBVA
Banco Bilbao Viscaya Argentaria SA ADR
$29.55
+2.46%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $162.85B
RY
Royal Bank of Canada
$205.90
-0.04%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $291.55B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Royal Bank of Canada generates 97% more annual revenue ($67.15B vs $34.13B). RY leads profitability with a 33.9% profit margin vs 32.6%. BBVA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.29. BBVA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
BBVA
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
RY
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 56.4%
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 20.2% year-over-year
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.4%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BBVA
The strongest argument for BBVA centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.6% and operating margin at 56.4%. Revenue growth of 20.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : RY
The strongest argument for RY centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.9% and operating margin at 46.4%.
Bear Case : BBVA
The primary concerns for BBVA are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.80 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : RY
The primary concerns for RY are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.88 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BBVA profiles as a growth stock while RY is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
RY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.92 — expect wider price swings.
BBVA is growing revenue faster at 20.2% — sustainability is the question.
BBVA generates stronger free cash flow (13M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BBVA scores higher overall (66/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 32.6% margins and 20.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "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.
Banco Bilbao Viscaya Argentaria SA ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria, SA provides retail banking, wholesale banking, asset management and private banking services. The company is headquartered in Bilbao, Spain.
Royal Bank of Canada
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Royal Bank of Canada is a globally diversified financial services company. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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