First National Corp (FXNC)vsPNC Financial Services Group Inc (PNC)
FXNC
First National Corp
$26.57
+0.38%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $237.64M
PNC
PNC Financial Services Group Inc
$205.95
-0.19%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $83.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PNC Financial Services Group Inc generates 25557% more annual revenue ($22.32B vs $86.99M). PNC leads profitability with a 31.1% profit margin vs 20.3%. PNC trades at a lower P/E of 12.4x. PNC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
FXNC
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
PNC
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+70.0%
Fair Value
$91.73
Current Price
$26.57
$65.16 discount
Margin of Safety
+73.5%
Fair Value
$776.41
Current Price
$205.95
$570.46 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 33.5%
Revenue surging 34.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 72.5% YoY
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 31 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 39.3%
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 29.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FXNC
The strongest argument for FXNC centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.3% and operating margin at 33.5%. Revenue growth of 34.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PNC
The strongest argument for PNC centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.1% and operating margin at 39.3%.
Bear Case : FXNC
The primary concerns for FXNC are Market Cap.
Bear Case : PNC
The primary concerns for PNC are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FXNC profiles as a growth stock while PNC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PNC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
FXNC is growing revenue faster at 34.3% — sustainability is the question.
PNC generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PNC scores higher overall (73/100 vs 69/100), backed by strong 31.1% margins. FXNC offers better value entry with a 70.0% margin of safety. 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 National Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
First National Corporation is the banking holding company for First Bank providing a variety of commercial banking services to small and medium-sized businesses, individuals, property, local government entities, and non-profit organizations in Virginia. The company is headquartered in Strasburg, Virginia.
PNC Financial Services Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (stylized as PNC) is a bank holding company and financial services corporation based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Its banking subsidiary, PNC Bank, operates in 21 states and the District of Columbia with 2,296 branches and 9,051 ATMs. The company also provides financial services such as asset management, wealth management, estate planning, loan servicing, and information processing.
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