First US Bancshares Inc (FUSB)vsItau Unibanco Banco Holding SA (ITUB)
FUSB
First US Bancshares Inc
$15.37
+1.92%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $84.83M
ITUB
Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA
$8.21
+1.99%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $86.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA generates 375372% more annual revenue ($138.95B vs $37.01M). ITUB leads profitability with a 32.3% profit margin vs 16.2%. ITUB trades at a lower P/E of 10.2x. ITUB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
FUSB
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
ITUB
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+65.6%
Fair Value
$45.68
Current Price
$15.37
$30.31 discount
Margin of Safety
-10.1%
Fair Value
$8.69
Current Price
$8.21
$0.48 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 28.7%
Earnings expanding 24.3% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 37.3%
Generating 45.0B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 5.9% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
2.8% earnings growth
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FUSB
The strongest argument for FUSB centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.2% and operating margin at 28.7%. Revenue growth of 10.1% 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 32.3% and operating margin at 37.3%. Revenue growth of 11.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FUSB
The primary concerns for FUSB are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : ITUB
The primary concerns for ITUB are EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FUSB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.26 — expect wider price swings.
ITUB is growing revenue faster at 11.0% — sustainability is the question.
ITUB generates stronger free cash flow (45.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
ITUB scores higher overall (76/100 vs 58/100), backed by strong 32.3% margins and 11.0% revenue growth. FUSB offers better value entry with a 65.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
First US Bancshares Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
First US Bancshares, Inc. is the banking holding company for First US Bank offering commercial banking products and services. The company is headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama.
Visit Website →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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