Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA (ITUB)vsWoori Financial Group Inc (WF)
ITUB
Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA
$7.54
-0.56%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $86.63B
WF
Woori Financial Group Inc
$60.57
-1.45%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $14.39B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Woori Financial Group Inc generates 7215% more annual revenue ($10.11T vs $138.19B). ITUB leads profitability with a 33.3% profit margin vs 30.8%. ITUB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.32. ITUB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
ITUB
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
WF
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
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 33.1%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 31 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 31.7%
Generating 13.5T in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 2.1%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 0.8%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
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 33.3% and operating margin at 33.1%. PEG of 1.32 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WF
The strongest argument for WF centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.8% and operating margin at 31.7%.
Bear Case : ITUB
The primary concerns for ITUB are Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow. Debt-to-equity of 4.99 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : WF
The primary concerns for WF are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.71 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ITUB profiles as a declining stock while WF is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
WF carries more volatility with a beta of 0.57 — expect wider price swings.
WF is growing revenue faster at 5.9% — sustainability is the question.
WF generates stronger free cash flow (13.5T), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ITUB scores higher overall (74/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 33.3% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "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.
Woori Financial Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Woori Financial Group Inc. is a commercial bank providing a range of financial services to individual, commercial and institutional clients in Korea. The company is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea.
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