Royal Bank of Canada (RY)vsTruist Financial Corp (TFC)
RY
Royal Bank of Canada
$205.90
-0.04%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $291.55B
TFC
Truist Financial Corp
$50.40
+0.14%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $61.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Royal Bank of Canada generates 253% more annual revenue ($67.15B vs $19.03B). RY leads profitability with a 33.9% profit margin vs 30.7%. TFC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.15. TFC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
RY
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
TFC
Strong Buy77
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%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 31 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 39.8%
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 36.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
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 : TFC
The strongest argument for TFC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.7% and operating margin at 39.8%. PEG of 1.15 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 : TFC
The primary concerns for TFC are Debt/Equity, 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.
TFC generates stronger free cash flow (984M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
TFC scores higher overall (77/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 30.7% margins. 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.
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.
Truist Financial Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Truist Financial Corporation is an American bank holding company headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. Its bank operates 2,781 branches in 15 states and Washington, D.C., and offers consumer and commercial banking, securities brokerage, asset management, mortgage, and insurance products and services.
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