First Financial Bancorp (FFBC)vsU.S. Bancorp (USB)
FFBC
First Financial Bancorp
$32.57
+0.22%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $3.45B
USB
U.S. Bancorp
$59.75
-0.50%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $92.63B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
U.S. Bancorp generates 2710% more annual revenue ($27.89B vs $992.26M). USB leads profitability with a 30.0% profit margin vs 29.7%. FFBC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.12. USB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
FFBC
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
USB
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 41.1%
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
17.5% revenue growth
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.1%
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 4.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
2.7% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FFBC
The strongest argument for FFBC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.7% and operating margin at 41.1%. Revenue growth of 17.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : USB
The strongest argument for USB centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.0% and operating margin at 40.1%. PEG of 1.44 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : FFBC
The primary concerns for FFBC are EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : USB
The primary concerns for USB are Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FFBC profiles as a growth stock while USB is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
USB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
FFBC is growing revenue faster at 17.5% — sustainability is the question.
USB generates stronger free cash flow (4.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
USB scores higher overall (75/100 vs 71/100), backed by strong 30.0% margins. 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 Financial Bancorp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
First Financial Bancorp. The company is headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio.
U.S. Bancorp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
U.S. Bancorp is an American bank holding company based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and incorporated in Delaware. The company provides banking, investment, mortgage, trust, and payment services products to individuals, businesses, governmental entities, and other financial institutions.
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