First Mid Illinois Bancshares Inc (FMBH)vsItau Unibanco Banco Holding SA (ITUB)
FMBH
First Mid Illinois Bancshares Inc
$51.02
+0.33%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.34B
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 38392% more annual revenue ($143.71B vs $373.36M). ITUB leads profitability with a 32.6% profit margin vs 26.9%. ITUB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.26. ITUB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
FMBH
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
ITUB
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 38.8%
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 26.0% year-over-year
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
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FMBH
The strongest argument for FMBH centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.9% and operating margin at 38.8%. Revenue growth of 26.0% 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 : FMBH
The primary concerns for FMBH are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
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
FMBH carries more volatility with a beta of 0.78 — expect wider price swings.
FMBH is growing revenue faster at 26.0% — sustainability is the question.
ITUB generates stronger free cash flow (70.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
ITUB scores higher overall (77/100 vs 72/100), backed by strong 32.6% margins and 17.5% 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 Mid Illinois Bancshares Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
First Mid Bancshares, Inc., a financial holding company, provides community banking products and services to commercial, retail and agricultural clients in the United States. The company is headquartered in Mattoon, Illinois.
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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