Renasant Corporation (RNST)vsWells Fargo & Company (WFC)
RNST
Renasant Corporation
$40.19
-3.34%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $3.65B
WFC
Wells Fargo & Company
$84.81
+1.36%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $251.75B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Wells Fargo & Company generates 7722% more annual revenue ($83.11B vs $1.06B). RNST leads profitability with a 29.6% profit margin vs 27.6%. WFC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.39. RNST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 82/100 (A-).
RNST
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
WFC
Strong Buy74
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
Strong operational efficiency at 43.5%
Revenue surging 45.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 9300.0% YoY
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 34.1%
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 6.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 5.9% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
0.4% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : RNST
The strongest argument for RNST centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.6% and operating margin at 43.5%. Revenue growth of 45.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WFC
The strongest argument for WFC centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.6% and operating margin at 34.1%. PEG of 1.39 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : RNST
The primary concerns for RNST are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : WFC
The primary concerns for WFC are Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RNST profiles as a growth stock while WFC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
RNST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.03 — expect wider price swings.
RNST is growing revenue faster at 45.3% — sustainability is the question.
WFC generates stronger free cash flow (6.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RNST scores higher overall (82/100 vs 74/100), backed by strong 29.6% margins and 45.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Renasant Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Renasant Corporation is a bank holding company for Renasant Bank, providing a variety of financial, wealth management, trust and insurance services to retail and commercial clients. The company is headquartered in Tupelo, Mississippi.
Visit Website →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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