Citigroup Inc. (C)vsNortheast Community Bancorp Inc (NECB)
C
Citigroup Inc.
$127.97
+0.28%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $223.88B
NECB
Northeast Community Bancorp Inc
$24.28
-2.74%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $336.86M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Citigroup Inc. generates 74937% more annual revenue ($78.73B vs $104.93M). NECB leads profitability with a 42.3% profit margin vs 20.4%. NECB trades at a lower P/E of 7.5x. C earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 82/100 (A-).
C
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
NECB
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 34.1%
Earnings expanding 56.1% YoY
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 42 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 59.5%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.7% — below average capital efficiency
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : C
The strongest argument for C centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.4% and operating margin at 34.1%. Revenue growth of 16.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NECB
The strongest argument for NECB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 42.3% and operating margin at 59.5%.
Bear Case : C
The primary concerns for C are Return on Equity.
Bear Case : NECB
The primary concerns for NECB are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
C profiles as a growth stock while NECB is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
C carries more volatility with a beta of 1.08 — expect wider price swings.
C is growing revenue faster at 16.9% — sustainability is the question.
C generates stronger free cash flow (2.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
C scores higher overall (82/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 20.4% margins and 16.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Citigroup Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Citigroup Inc. is an American multinational investment bank and financial services corporation headquartered in New York City. The company was formed by the merger of banking giant Citicorp and financial conglomerate Travelers Group in 1998; Travelers was subsequently spun off from the company in 2002. Citigroup owns Citicorp, the holding company for Citibank, as well as several international subsidiaries. Citigroup is incorporated in Delaware.
Northeast Community Bancorp Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Northeast Community Bancorp, Inc. is the holding company of Northeast Community Bank that provides a variety of financial services to consumers and businesses.
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