Citigroup Inc. (C)vsUnited Security Bancshares (UBFO)
C
Citigroup Inc.
$127.97
+0.28%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $223.88B
UBFO
United Security Bancshares
$10.51
0.00%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $185.03M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Citigroup Inc. generates 162968% more annual revenue ($78.73B vs $48.28M). UBFO leads profitability with a 25.5% profit margin vs 20.4%. UBFO trades at a lower P/E of 15.0x. C earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 82/100 (A-).
C
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
UBFO
Buy63
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 39.2%
Keeps 26 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
15.8% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 44.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.7% — below average capital efficiency
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
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 : UBFO
The strongest argument for UBFO centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.5% and operating margin at 39.2%. Revenue growth of 15.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : C
The primary concerns for C are Return on Equity.
Bear Case : UBFO
The primary concerns for UBFO are Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
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.
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Bottom Line
C scores higher overall (82/100 vs 63/100), 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.
United Security Bancshares
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
United Security Bancshares is the banking holding company for United Security Bank, a state-licensed bank that provides a variety of commercial banking services to the business and professional community and individuals in California. The company is headquartered in Fresno, California.
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