Walker & Dunlop Inc (WD)vsWells Fargo & Company (WFC)
WD
Walker & Dunlop Inc
$49.09
-2.81%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.66B
WFC
Wells Fargo & Company
$85.43
+1.86%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $264.46B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Wells Fargo & Company generates 6659% more annual revenue ($83.03B vs $1.23B). WFC leads profitability with a 27.2% profit margin vs 5.7%. WD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.09. WFC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
WD
Strong Buy69
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
Revenue surging 32.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 471.1% YoY
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.2% — below average capital efficiency
5.7% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : WD
The strongest argument for WD centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 32.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.09 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : WD
The primary concerns for WD are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 1.95 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
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
WD profiles as a hypergrowth stock while WFC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
WD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.47 — expect wider price swings.
WD is growing revenue faster at 32.0% — sustainability is the question.
WFC generates stronger free cash flow (9.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WFC scores higher overall (76/100 vs 69/100), 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.
Walker & Dunlop Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · MORTGAGE FINANCE · USA
Walker & Dunlop, Inc. originates, sells and services a variety of commercial and multifamily real estate financing products and services for real estate owners and developers in the United States. The company is headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland.
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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