RBB Bancorp (RBB)vsRoyal Bank of Canada (RY)
RBB
RBB Bancorp
$26.36
-0.75%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $472.51M
RY
Royal Bank of Canada
$210.09
+1.76%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $299.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Royal Bank of Canada generates 51711% more annual revenue ($65.72B vs $126.84M). RY leads profitability with a 33.7% profit margin vs 32.3%. RBB trades at a lower P/E of 11.5x. RBB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
RBB
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
RY
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 47.0%
Revenue surging 61.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 410.9% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.3%
Generating 20.8B in free cash flow
16.1% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 27.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 7.8% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : RBB
The strongest argument for RBB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.3% and operating margin at 47.0%. Revenue growth of 61.0% 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 33.7% and operating margin at 45.3%. Revenue growth of 16.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : RBB
The primary concerns for RBB are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : RY
The primary concerns for RY are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.77 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RBB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
RBB is growing revenue faster at 61.0% — sustainability is the question.
RY generates stronger free cash flow (20.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
RBB scores higher overall (73/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 32.3% margins and 61.0% 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.
RBB Bancorp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
RBB Bancorp is the banking holding company of Royal Business Bank offering various banking products and services to the Sino-American, Korean-American and other Asian-American communities. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
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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