Stifel Financial Corporation (SF)vsWells Fargo & Company (WFC)
SF
Stifel Financial Corporation
$78.81
+1.89%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $11.97B
WFC
Wells Fargo & Company
$81.51
+0.88%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $249.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Wells Fargo & Company generates 1319% more annual revenue ($81.14B vs $5.72B). WFC leads profitability with a 26.7% profit margin vs 15.4%. SF appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.02. WFC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
SF
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
WFC
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 469.2% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 23.5%
18.4% revenue growth
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 29.4%
Generating 4.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SF
The strongest argument for SF centers on EPS Growth, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.4% and operating margin at 23.5%. Revenue growth of 18.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WFC
The strongest argument for WFC centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.7% and operating margin at 29.4%. PEG of 1.45 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SF
The primary concerns for SF are Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : WFC
The primary concerns for WFC are Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SF profiles as a growth stock while WFC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
SF carries more volatility with a beta of 1.10 — expect wider price swings.
SF is growing revenue faster at 18.4% — sustainability is the question.
WFC generates stronger free cash flow (4.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SF scores higher overall (74/100 vs 74/100), backed by strong 15.4% margins and 18.4% revenue growth. 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.
Stifel Financial Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Stifel Financial Corp. The company is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
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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