United Bankshares Inc (UBSI)vsU.S. Bancorp (USB)
UBSI
United Bankshares Inc
$48.71
+1.37%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $6.54B
USB
U.S. Bancorp
$59.60
+1.75%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $91.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
U.S. Bancorp generates 2116% more annual revenue ($27.89B vs $1.26B). UBSI leads profitability with a 40.8% profit margin vs 30.0%. USB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.79. USB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
UBSI
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
USB
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 41 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 52.9%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
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
2.5% revenue growth
2.2% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : UBSI
The strongest argument for UBSI centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 40.8% and operating margin at 52.9%.
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%.
Bear Case : UBSI
The primary concerns for UBSI are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : USB
The primary concerns for USB are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
UBSI profiles as a value stock while USB is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
USB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
USB is growing revenue faster at 8.4% — sustainability is the question.
USB generates stronger free cash flow (4.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
USB scores higher overall (73/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 30.0% 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.
United Bankshares Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
United Bankshares, Inc., a financial holding company, primarily provides commercial and retail banking products and services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Charleston, West Virginia.
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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