Banco Santander Brasil SA ADR (BSBR)vsItau Unibanco Banco Holding SA (ITUB)
BSBR
Banco Santander Brasil SA ADR
$5.24
-2.06%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $39.53B
ITUB
Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA
$7.54
-0.56%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $86.63B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA generates 202% more annual revenue ($138.19B vs $45.72B). ITUB leads profitability with a 33.3% profit margin vs 28.2%. BSBR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.42. ITUB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
BSBR
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
ITUB
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 43.0%
Generating 38.9B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 33.1%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
0.4% revenue growth
3.3% earnings growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 2.1%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BSBR
The strongest argument for BSBR centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.2% and operating margin at 43.0%. PEG of 0.42 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : ITUB
The strongest argument for ITUB centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.3% and operating margin at 33.1%. PEG of 1.32 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BSBR
The primary concerns for BSBR are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : ITUB
The primary concerns for ITUB are Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow. Debt-to-equity of 4.99 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BSBR profiles as a value stock while ITUB is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
ITUB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.22 — expect wider price swings.
BSBR is growing revenue faster at 0.4% — sustainability is the question.
BSBR generates stronger free cash flow (38.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ITUB scores higher overall (74/100 vs 70/100), backed by strong 33.3% margins. 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.
Banco Santander Brasil SA ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Banco Santander (Brasil) SA offers various banking products and services to individuals, small and medium-sized companies and corporate clients in Brazil and internationally. The company is headquartered in So Paulo, Brazil.
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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