Nu Holdings Ltd (NU)vsRoyal Bank of Canada (RY)
NU
Nu Holdings Ltd
$14.62
-2.66%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $74.25B
RY
Royal Bank of Canada
$205.90
-0.04%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $291.55B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Royal Bank of Canada generates 695% more annual revenue ($67.15B vs $8.44B). NU leads profitability with a 42.7% profit margin vs 33.9%. NU appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.71. NU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
NU
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
RY
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 43 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 50.1%
Revenue surging 52.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 66.3% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 27 in profit
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.4%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NU
The strongest argument for NU centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 42.7% and operating margin at 50.1%. Revenue growth of 52.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : RY
The strongest argument for RY centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.9% and operating margin at 46.4%.
Bear Case : NU
The primary concerns for NU are Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 3.17 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : RY
The primary concerns for RY are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.88 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NU profiles as a growth stock while RY is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
NU carries more volatility with a beta of 0.94 — expect wider price swings.
NU is growing revenue faster at 52.1% — sustainability is the question.
NU generates stronger free cash flow (-2.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NU scores higher overall (79/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 42.7% margins and 52.1% revenue growth. 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.
Nu Holdings Ltd
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Nu Holdings Ltd. operates in the technology industry. The company is headquartered in Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands.
Visit Website →Royal Bank of Canada
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Royal Bank of Canada is a globally diversified financial services company. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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