Norwood Financial Corp (NWFL)vsU.S. Bancorp (USB)
NWFL
Norwood Financial Corp
$35.51
-0.36%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $379.06M
USB
U.S. Bancorp
$59.45
-1.96%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $91.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
U.S. Bancorp generates 27874% more annual revenue ($27.89B vs $99.69M). USB leads profitability with a 30.0% profit margin vs 28.9%. USB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.79. USB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
NWFL
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
USB
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 44.9%
Revenue surging 34.7% year-over-year
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.1%
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 4.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NWFL
The strongest argument for NWFL centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.9% and operating margin at 44.9%. Revenue growth of 34.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : USB
The strongest argument for USB centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.0% and operating margin at 40.1%.
Bear Case : NWFL
The primary concerns for NWFL are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : USB
The primary concerns for USB are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NWFL profiles as a growth stock while USB is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
USB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
NWFL is growing revenue faster at 34.7% — sustainability is the question.
USB generates stronger free cash flow (4.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NWFL scores higher overall (73/100 vs 73/100), backed by strong 28.9% margins and 34.7% revenue growth. 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.
Norwood Financial Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Norwood Financial Corp. The company is headquartered in Honesdale, Pennsylvania.
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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