Loandepot Inc (LDI)vsWells Fargo & Company (WFC)
LDI
Loandepot Inc
$1.01
-1.94%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $647.41M
WFC
Wells Fargo & Company
$85.43
+1.86%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $264.46B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Wells Fargo & Company generates 6633% more annual revenue ($83.03B vs $1.23B). WFC leads profitability with a 27.2% profit margin vs -6.3%. WFC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
LDI
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
WFC
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 37.1%
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 25.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
1.7% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -38.3% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 98.8%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LDI
The strongest argument for LDI centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : WFC
The strongest argument for WFC centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.2% and operating margin at 37.1%.
Bear Case : LDI
The primary concerns for LDI are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 25.32 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : WFC
The primary concerns for WFC are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.55 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LDI profiles as a turnaround stock while WFC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
LDI carries more volatility with a beta of 3.04 — expect wider price swings.
WFC is growing revenue faster at 9.5% — sustainability is the question.
WFC generates stronger free cash flow (9.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WFC scores higher overall (76/100 vs 32/100), backed by strong 27.2% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Loandepot Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · MORTGAGE FINANCE · USA
LoanDepot, Inc. is dedicated to the origination and servicing of conventional and government mortgage loans in the United States. The company is headquartered in Foothill Ranch, California.
Wells Fargo & Company
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Wells Fargo & Company is an American multinational financial services company with corporate headquarters in San Francisco, California, operational headquarters in Manhattan, and managerial offices throughout the United States and overseas.
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