Northeast Community Bancorp Inc (NECB)vsU.S. Bancorp (USB)
NECB
Northeast Community Bancorp Inc
$23.69
-0.80%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $331.19M
USB
U.S. Bancorp
$51.89
-0.48%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $81.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
U.S. Bancorp generates 25017% more annual revenue ($26.35B vs $104.93M). NECB leads profitability with a 42.3% profit margin vs 28.7%. NECB trades at a lower P/E of 7.4x. USB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
NECB
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
USB
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+52.0%
Fair Value
$50.70
Current Price
$23.69
$27.01 discount
Margin of Safety
+75.8%
Fair Value
$214.00
Current Price
$51.89
$162.11 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 42 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 59.5%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 39.3%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 24.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NECB
The strongest argument for NECB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 42.3% and operating margin at 59.5%.
Bull Case : USB
The strongest argument for USB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.7% and operating margin at 39.3%.
Bear Case : NECB
The primary concerns for NECB are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : USB
The primary concerns for USB are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
USB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.04 — expect wider price swings.
NECB is growing revenue faster at 9.7% — sustainability is the question.
USB generates stronger free cash flow (2.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
USB scores higher overall (75/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 28.7% margins. NECB offers better value entry with a 52.0% margin of safety. 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.
Northeast Community Bancorp Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Northeast Community Bancorp, Inc. is the holding company of Northeast Community Bank that provides a variety of financial services to consumers and businesses.
U.S. Bancorp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
U.S. Bancorp is an American bank holding company based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and incorporated in Delaware. The company provides banking, investment, mortgage, trust, and payment services products to individuals, businesses, governmental entities, and other financial institutions.
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