Royal Bank of Canada (RY)vsWSFS Financial Corporation (WSFS)
RY
Royal Bank of Canada
$205.90
-0.04%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $291.55B
WSFS
WSFS Financial Corporation
$79.73
-0.26%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $4.07B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Royal Bank of Canada generates 6130% more annual revenue ($67.15B vs $1.08B). RY leads profitability with a 33.9% profit margin vs 29.7%. WSFS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.98. WSFS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
RY
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
WSFS
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
Strong operational efficiency at 41.7%
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
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
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : WSFS
The strongest argument for WSFS centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.7% and operating margin at 41.7%. PEG of 0.98 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 : WSFS
The primary concerns for WSFS are Free Cash Flow, 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.
WSFS generates stronger free cash flow (-14M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
WSFS scores higher overall (77/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 29.7% 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.
WSFS Financial Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
WSFS Financial Corporation is the savings and loan holding company of the Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB, which offers various banking services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware.
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