Hancock Whitney Corp (HWC)vsU.S. Bancorp (USB)
HWC
Hancock Whitney Corp
$71.82
-0.91%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $5.86B
USB
U.S. Bancorp
$59.60
+1.75%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $91.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
U.S. Bancorp generates 1874% more annual revenue ($27.89B vs $1.41B). HWC leads profitability with a 30.3% profit margin vs 30.0%. HWC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.76. USB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
HWC
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
USB
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 43.9%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.1%
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 4.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HWC
The strongest argument for HWC centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.3% and operating margin at 43.9%.
Bull Case : USB
The strongest argument for USB centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.0% and operating margin at 40.1%.
Bear Case : HWC
The primary concerns for HWC are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : USB
The primary concerns for USB are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
USB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
USB is growing revenue faster at 8.4% — sustainability is the question.
USB generates stronger free cash flow (4.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
USB scores higher overall (73/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 30.0% 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.
Hancock Whitney Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Hancock Whitney Corporation is the banking holding company for Hancock Whitney Bank offering a range of banking products and services to commercial, small business and retail clients. The company is headquartered in Gulfport, Mississippi.
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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