Prosperity Bancshares Inc (PB)vsU.S. Bancorp (USB)
PB
Prosperity Bancshares Inc
$66.20
-0.32%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $6.75B
USB
U.S. Bancorp
$51.89
-0.48%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $81.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
U.S. Bancorp generates 2009% more annual revenue ($26.35B vs $1.25B). PB leads profitability with a 43.4% profit margin vs 28.7%. USB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.80. USB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
PB
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
USB
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+37.3%
Fair Value
$121.26
Current Price
$66.20
$55.06 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 43 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 58.2%
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
3.3% revenue growth
ROE of 7.2% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PB
The strongest argument for PB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 43.4% and operating margin at 58.2%.
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 : PB
The primary concerns for PB are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : USB
The primary concerns for USB are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PB profiles as a value stock while USB is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
USB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.04 — expect wider price swings.
USB is growing revenue faster at 5.3% — sustainability is the question.
USB generates stronger free cash flow (2.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
USB scores higher overall (75/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 28.7% margins. PB offers better value entry with a 37.3% 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.
Prosperity Bancshares Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Prosperity Bancshares, Inc. is a banking holding company for Prosperity Bank providing retail and commercial banking services to businesses and consumers. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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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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