FB Financial Corp (FBK)vsMizuho Financial Group Inc. (MFG)
FBK
FB Financial Corp
$59.69
+0.07%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $2.97B
MFG
Mizuho Financial Group Inc.
$10.34
+5.50%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $120.24B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mizuho Financial Group Inc. generates 675974% more annual revenue ($4.40T vs $650.78M). FBK leads profitability with a 30.2% profit margin vs 28.4%. FBK trades at a lower P/E of 15.9x. MFG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (B+).
FBK
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
MFG
Strong Buy80
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.5%
Revenue surging 130.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 1783.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 44.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 680.0% YoY
Generating 487.7B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FBK
The strongest argument for FBK centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.2% and operating margin at 45.5%. Revenue growth of 130.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MFG
The strongest argument for MFG centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.4% and operating margin at 25.9%. Revenue growth of 44.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FBK
The primary concerns for FBK are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : MFG
The primary concerns for MFG are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 5.88 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FBK carries more volatility with a beta of 0.95 — expect wider price swings.
FBK is growing revenue faster at 130.2% — sustainability is the question.
MFG generates stronger free cash flow (487.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
MFG scores higher overall (80/100 vs 73/100), backed by strong 28.4% margins and 44.9% 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.
FB Financial Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
FB Financial Corporation is a banking holding company for FirstBank offering a pool of commercial and consumer banking companies, professionals and individuals. The company is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee.
Mizuho Financial Group Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. engages in banking, trusts, securities and other businesses related to financial services in Japan, America, Europe, Asia / Oceania and internationally. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
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