M&T Bank Corporation (MTB)vsWells Fargo & Company (WFC)
MTB
M&T Bank Corporation
$226.96
-0.15%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $32.94B
WFC
Wells Fargo & Company
$83.15
-3.92%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $273.04B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Wells Fargo & Company generates 778% more annual revenue ($83.03B vs $9.45B). MTB leads profitability with a 32.1% profit margin vs 27.2%. MTB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.39. MTB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
MTB
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
WFC
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.1%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 25.5% YoY
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 37.4%
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
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MTB
The strongest argument for MTB centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.1% and operating margin at 45.1%. PEG of 1.39 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 37.4%.
Bear Case : MTB
The primary concerns for MTB are Altman Z-Score.
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
WFC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.92 — expect wider price swings.
WFC is growing revenue faster at 9.5% — sustainability is the question.
WFC generates stronger free cash flow (6.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
MTB scores higher overall (77/100 vs 76/100), backed by strong 32.1% 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.
M&T Bank Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
M&T Bank Corporation is an American bank holding company headquartered in Buffalo, New York.
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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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