Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA (ITUB)vsPlumas Bancorp (PLBC)
ITUB
Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA
$8.33
+0.36%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $91.48B
PLBC
Plumas Bancorp
$62.72
+0.38%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $440.09M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA generates 134358% more annual revenue ($143.71B vs $106.88M). PLBC leads profitability with a 33.5% profit margin vs 32.6%. ITUB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.26. PLBC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (B+).
ITUB
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
PLBC
Strong Buy80
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 39.1%
Generating 70.9B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 48.5%
Revenue surging 43.1% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 34.3% YoY
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ITUB
The strongest argument for ITUB centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.6% and operating margin at 39.1%. Revenue growth of 17.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PLBC
The strongest argument for PLBC centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.5% and operating margin at 48.5%. Revenue growth of 43.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ITUB
The primary concerns for ITUB are Piotroski F-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 4.71 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PLBC
The primary concerns for PLBC are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PLBC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.59 — expect wider price swings.
PLBC is growing revenue faster at 43.1% — sustainability is the question.
ITUB generates stronger free cash flow (70.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
PLBC scores higher overall (80/100 vs 77/100), backed by strong 33.5% margins and 43.1% 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.
Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Ita Unibanco Holding SA offers a range of financial products and services in Brazil and internationally. The company is headquartered in So Paulo, Brazil.
Plumas Bancorp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Plumas Bancorp is the banking holding company for Plumas Bank offering various banking products and services to small and medium-sized businesses and individuals in Northeast California and Northwest Nevada. The company is headquartered in Reno, Nevada.
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