First Business Financial Services (FBIZ)vsItau Unibanco Banco Holding SA (ITUB)
FBIZ
First Business Financial Services
$72.76
+0.68%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $584.11M
ITUB
Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA
$8.33
+0.36%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $91.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA generates 84721% more annual revenue ($143.71B vs $169.43M). FBIZ leads profitability with a 32.8% profit margin vs 32.6%. FBIZ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.24. FBIZ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (B+).
FBIZ
Strong Buy80
out of 100
Grade: B+
ITUB
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 39.5%
Reasonable price relative to book value
16.5% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 36.3% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 39.1%
Generating 70.9B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FBIZ
The strongest argument for FBIZ centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.8% and operating margin at 39.5%. Revenue growth of 16.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ITUB
The strongest argument for ITUB centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.6% and operating margin at 39.1%. Revenue growth of 17.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FBIZ
The primary concerns for FBIZ are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.51 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : ITUB
The primary concerns for ITUB are Piotroski F-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 4.71 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FBIZ carries more volatility with a beta of 0.65 — expect wider price swings.
ITUB is growing revenue faster at 17.5% — sustainability is the question.
ITUB generates stronger free cash flow (70.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
FBIZ scores higher overall (80/100 vs 77/100), backed by strong 32.8% margins and 16.5% revenue growth. 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.
First Business Financial Services
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
First Business Financial Services, Inc. is the banking holding company for First Business Bank providing commercial banking products and services for small and medium-sized businesses, business owners, executives, professionals and high net worth individuals. The company is headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin.
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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