Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Ltd (NTB)vsWells Fargo & Company (WFC)
NTB
Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Ltd
$60.24
+0.32%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $2.35B
WFC
Wells Fargo & Company
$90.29
+0.94%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $273.04B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Wells Fargo & Company generates 13181% more annual revenue ($83.03B vs $625.16M). NTB leads profitability with a 37.5% profit margin vs 27.2%. WFC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.51. WFC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
NTB
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
WFC
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 38 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 32.1%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 7.2%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NTB
The strongest argument for NTB centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.5% and operating margin at 32.1%.
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 : NTB
The primary concerns for NTB are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, 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
WFC scores higher overall (76/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 27.2% 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.
Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Ltd
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
The Bank of NT Butterfield & Son Limited offers a variety of community, commercial and private banking services to individuals and small and medium-sized businesses. The company is headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda.
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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