Hanmi Financial Corporation (HAFC)vsItau Unibanco Banco Holding SA (ITUB)
HAFC
Hanmi Financial Corporation
$31.55
-0.85%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $943.30M
ITUB
Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA
$8.46
+3.56%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $93.47B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA generates 49622% more annual revenue ($138.19B vs $277.92M). ITUB leads profitability with a 33.3% profit margin vs 32.2%. HAFC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.39. HAFC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (B+).
HAFC
Strong Buy80
out of 100
Grade: B+
ITUB
Strong Buy73
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
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.0%
Earnings expanding 58.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 33.1%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 2.1%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HAFC
The strongest argument for HAFC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.2% and operating margin at 45.0%. Revenue growth of 23.3% 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 33.3% and operating margin at 33.1%. PEG of 1.46 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HAFC
The primary concerns for HAFC are Market Cap, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : ITUB
The primary concerns for ITUB are Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow. Debt-to-equity of 4.99 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HAFC profiles as a growth stock while ITUB is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
HAFC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.71 — expect wider price swings.
HAFC is growing revenue faster at 23.3% — sustainability is the question.
HAFC generates stronger free cash flow (23M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HAFC scores higher overall (80/100 vs 73/100), backed by strong 32.2% margins and 23.3% 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.
Hanmi Financial Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Hanmi Financial Corporation is the holding company of Hanmi Bank offering commercial banking products and services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
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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