HSBC Holdings PLC ADR (HSBC)vsRaymond James Financial Inc. (RJF)
HSBC
HSBC Holdings PLC ADR
$86.61
+0.27%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $294.15B
RJF
Raymond James Financial Inc.
$157.42
-0.44%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $30.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HSBC Holdings PLC ADR generates 343% more annual revenue ($67.44B vs $15.24B). HSBC leads profitability with a 41.2% profit margin vs 15.1%. RJF appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.78. RJF earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
HSBC
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
RJF
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 41 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 50.4%
Earnings expanding 56.2% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
15.1% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 42.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HSBC
The strongest argument for HSBC centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 41.2% and operating margin at 50.4%. PEG of 0.80 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : RJF
The strongest argument for RJF centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.1% and operating margin at 19.3%. Revenue growth of 15.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HSBC
The primary concerns for HSBC are Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : RJF
The primary concerns for RJF are Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HSBC profiles as a mature stock while RJF is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
RJF carries more volatility with a beta of 0.95 — expect wider price swings.
RJF is growing revenue faster at 15.1% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
RJF scores higher overall (79/100 vs 73/100), backed by strong 15.1% margins and 15.1% 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.
Raymond James Financial Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Raymond James Financial is an American multinational independent investment bank and financial services company providing financial services to individuals, corporations, and municipalities through its subsidiary companies that engage primarily in investment and financial planning, in addition to investment banking and asset management.
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