Mizuho Financial Group Inc. (MFG)vsSouthState Corporation (SSB)
MFG
Mizuho Financial Group Inc.
$11.45
+3.53%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $136.43B
SSB
SouthState Corporation
$105.98
+0.13%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $10.34B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mizuho Financial Group Inc. generates 177025% more annual revenue ($4.74T vs $2.68B). SSB leads profitability with a 35.5% profit margin vs 29.1%. SSB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.45. MFG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 82/100 (A-).
MFG
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
SSB
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 46.7%
Revenue surging 35.0% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 50.5%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Revenue declined 0.1%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MFG
The strongest argument for MFG centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.1% and operating margin at 46.7%. Revenue growth of 35.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SSB
The strongest argument for SSB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.5% and operating margin at 50.5%. PEG of 1.45 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : MFG
The primary concerns for MFG are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 5.91 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SSB
The primary concerns for SSB are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MFG profiles as a growth stock while SSB is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
SSB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.71 — expect wider price swings.
MFG is growing revenue faster at 35.0% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
MFG scores higher overall (82/100 vs 71/100), backed by strong 29.1% margins and 35.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Mizuho Financial Group Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. engages in banking, trusts, securities and other businesses related to financial services in Japan, America, Europe, Asia / Oceania and internationally. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
SouthState Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
South State Corporation is the banking holding company for South State Bank offering a range of banking products and services. The company is headquartered in Winter Haven, Florida.
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