Webster Financial Corporation (WBS)vsWells Fargo & Company (WFC)
WBS
Webster Financial Corporation
$75.85
-1.61%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $12.21B
WFC
Wells Fargo & Company
$85.43
+1.86%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $264.46B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Wells Fargo & Company generates 2941% more annual revenue ($83.03B vs $2.73B). WBS leads profitability with a 37.4% profit margin vs 27.2%. WFC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.66. WFC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
WBS
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
WFC
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 37 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 49.5%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 37.1%
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 25.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : WBS
The strongest argument for WBS centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.4% and operating margin at 49.5%.
Bull Case : WFC
The strongest argument for WFC centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.2% and operating margin at 37.1%.
Bear Case : WBS
The primary concerns for WBS are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : WFC
The primary concerns for WFC are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.55 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WBS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.00 — expect wider price swings.
WFC is growing revenue faster at 9.5% — sustainability is the question.
WFC generates stronger free cash flow (9.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
WFC scores higher overall (76/100 vs 70/100), backed by strong 27.2% 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.
Webster Financial Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Webster Financial Corporation is the banking holding company for Webster Bank, a National Association that provides a variety of banking, investment, and financial services to individuals, families, and businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in Waterbury, Connecticut.
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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