HDFC Bank Limited ADR (HDB)vsU.S. Bancorp (USB)
HDB
HDFC Bank Limited ADR
$25.41
+0.59%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $130.40B
USB
U.S. Bancorp
$55.24
+0.65%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $87.55B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HDFC Bank Limited ADR generates 10532% more annual revenue ($2.83T vs $26.65B). USB leads profitability with a 29.3% profit margin vs 26.8%. HDB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.01. USB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
HDB
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
USB
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 40.5%
Generating 1.7T in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 37.8%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Trading at 10.5x book value
Elevated debt levels
Revenue declined 1.8%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.6% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HDB
The strongest argument for HDB centers on Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.8% and operating margin at 40.5%. PEG of 1.01 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : USB
The strongest argument for USB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.3% and operating margin at 37.8%.
Bear Case : HDB
The primary concerns for HDB are Price/Book, Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : USB
The primary concerns for USB are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HDB profiles as a declining stock while USB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
USB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
USB is growing revenue faster at 4.6% — sustainability is the question.
HDB generates stronger free cash flow (1.7T), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
USB scores higher overall (71/100 vs 68/100), backed by strong 29.3% 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.
HDFC Bank Limited ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
HDFC Bank Limited offers various banking and financial services to individuals and businesses in India, Bahrain, Hong Kong and Dubai. The company is headquartered in Mumbai, India.
Visit Website →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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