Citigroup Inc. (C)vsBlue Owl Technology Finance Corp. (OTF)
C
Citigroup Inc.
$145.67
+1.82%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $240.84B
OTF
Blue Owl Technology Finance Corp.
$11.29
-1.74%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $5.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Citigroup Inc. generates 6010% more annual revenue ($78.73B vs $1.29B). OTF leads profitability with a 32.8% profit margin vs 20.4%. OTF trades at a lower P/E of 11.6x. C earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 82/100 (A-).
C
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
OTF
Buy60
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 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 84.8%
Revenue surging 78.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.6% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
ROE of 5.5% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 7.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 15.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : OTF
The strongest argument for OTF centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.8% and operating margin at 84.8%. Revenue growth of 78.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : C
The primary concerns for C are Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 3.55 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : OTF
The primary concerns for OTF are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OTF is growing revenue faster at 78.3% — sustainability is the question.
OTF generates stronger free cash flow (-61M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
C scores higher overall (82/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 20.4% margins and 15.9% 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.
Blue Owl Technology Finance Corp.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Blue Owl Technology Finance Corp. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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