Royal Bank of Canada (RY)vs1st Source Corporation (SRCE)
RY
Royal Bank of Canada
$202.64
-0.44%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $282.66B
SRCE
1st Source Corporation
$88.25
+0.62%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $2.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Royal Bank of Canada generates 14757% more annual revenue ($67.15B vs $451.99M). SRCE leads profitability with a 39.4% profit margin vs 33.9%. SRCE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.37. SRCE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
RY
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
SRCE
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.4%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 39 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 52.3%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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%.
Bull Case : SRCE
The strongest argument for SRCE centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 39.4% and operating margin at 52.3%. PEG of 1.37 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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.
Bear Case : SRCE
The primary concerns for SRCE are Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.92 — expect wider price swings.
RY is growing revenue faster at 8.9% — sustainability is the question.
SRCE generates stronger free cash flow (69M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
SRCE scores higher overall (71/100 vs 69/100), backed by strong 39.4% margins. 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.
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.
1st Source Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
1st Source Corporation is the holding company of 1st Source Bank providing commercial and consumer banking services, trust and wealth advisory services, and insurance to individual and commercial clients. The company is headquartered in South Bend, Indiana.
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