HSBC Holdings PLC ADR (HSBC)vsOld National Bancorp (ONB)
HSBC
HSBC Holdings PLC ADR
$91.86
+2.89%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $318.28B
ONB
Old National Bancorp
$23.55
-1.79%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $9.10B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HSBC Holdings PLC ADR generates 2422% more annual revenue ($63.22B vs $2.51B). HSBC leads profitability with a 35.2% profit margin vs 30.2%. HSBC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.20. ONB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 81/100 (A-).
HSBC
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
ONB
Exceptional Buy81
out of 100
Grade: A-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 55.2%
Revenue surging 58.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 2398.0% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 51.3%
Revenue surging 46.2% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 34.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
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 35.2% and operating margin at 55.2%. Revenue growth of 58.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ONB
The strongest argument for ONB centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.2% and operating margin at 51.3%. Revenue growth of 46.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HSBC
The primary concerns for HSBC are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.79 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : ONB
The primary concerns for ONB are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ONB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.83 — expect wider price swings.
HSBC is growing revenue faster at 58.4% — sustainability is the question.
HSBC generates stronger free cash flow (9.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
ONB scores higher overall (81/100 vs 77/100), backed by strong 30.2% margins and 46.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Old National Bancorp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Old National Bancorp is the banking holding company for Old National Bank providing various financial services to individual and business clients in the United States. The company is headquartered in Evansville, Indiana.
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