Simmons First National Corporation (SFNC)vsWells Fargo & Company (WFC)
SFNC
Simmons First National Corporation
$23.37
+1.30%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $3.19B
WFC
Wells Fargo & Company
$84.81
+1.36%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $251.75B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Wells Fargo & Company generates 8829% more annual revenue ($83.11B vs $930.76M). SFNC leads profitability with a 28.0% profit margin vs 27.6%. WFC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.39. WFC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
SFNC
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
WFC
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 25.8%
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 34.1%
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 6.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -10.5% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
0.4% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SFNC
The strongest argument for SFNC centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.0% and operating margin at 25.8%. Revenue growth of 14.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WFC
The strongest argument for WFC centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.6% and operating margin at 34.1%. PEG of 1.39 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SFNC
The primary concerns for SFNC are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : WFC
The primary concerns for WFC are Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SFNC profiles as a mature stock while WFC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
WFC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.95 — expect wider price swings.
SFNC is growing revenue faster at 14.3% — sustainability is the question.
WFC generates stronger free cash flow (6.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WFC scores higher overall (74/100 vs 66/100), backed by strong 27.6% 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.
Simmons First National Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Simmons First National Corporation is the holding company of Simmons Bank providing banking and financial products and services to individuals and businesses. The company is headquartered in Pine Bluff, Arkansas.
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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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