Royal Bank of Canada (RY)vsU.S. Bancorp (USB)
RY
Royal Bank of Canada
$203.76
-2.87%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $281.07B
USB
U.S. Bancorp
$59.75
-0.50%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $92.63B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Royal Bank of Canada generates 141% more annual revenue ($67.15B vs $27.89B). RY leads profitability with a 33.9% profit margin vs 30.0%. USB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.44. USB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
RY
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
USB
Strong Buy75
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.1%
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 4.8B in free cash flow
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 : USB
The strongest argument for USB centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.0% and operating margin at 40.1%. PEG of 1.44 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 : USB
The primary concerns for USB are Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
USB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
RY is growing revenue faster at 8.9% — sustainability is the question.
USB generates stronger free cash flow (4.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
USB scores higher overall (75/100 vs 68/100), backed by strong 30.0% 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.
U.S. Bancorp
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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