HSBC Holdings PLC ADR (HSBC)vsMidland States Bancorp, Inc. (MSBI)
HSBC
HSBC Holdings PLC ADR
$105.30
+1.54%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $366.94B
MSBI
Midland States Bancorp, Inc.
$33.45
+0.42%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $695.82M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HSBC Holdings PLC ADR generates 23466% more annual revenue ($67.43B vs $286.15M). HSBC leads profitability with a 37.8% profit margin vs 15.0%. HSBC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.94. MSBI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
HSBC
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
MSBI
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 38 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 58.8%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 25.4% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 35.6%
Earnings expanding 86.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
18.0% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.4x book value
2.6% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 7.5% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HSBC
The strongest argument for HSBC centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.8% and operating margin at 58.8%. Revenue growth of 25.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MSBI
The strongest argument for MSBI centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 18.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.41 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HSBC
The primary concerns for HSBC are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : MSBI
The primary concerns for MSBI are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MSBI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.64 — expect wider price swings.
HSBC is growing revenue faster at 25.4% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
MSBI scores higher overall (74/100 vs 69/100) and 18.0% 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.
HSBC Holdings PLC ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
HSBC Holdings plc offers banking and financial products and services globally. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
Midland States Bancorp, Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Midland States Bancorp, Inc. is a financial holding company for Midland States Bank offering various banking products and services to individuals, businesses, municipalities, and other entities. The company is headquartered in Effingham, Illinois.
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