AmeriServ Financial Inc (ASRV)vsU.S. Bancorp (USB)
ASRV
AmeriServ Financial Inc
$3.74
-1.06%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $63.62M
USB
U.S. Bancorp
$55.69
-1.95%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $84.69B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
U.S. Bancorp generates 47860% more annual revenue ($26.65B vs $55.56M). USB leads profitability with a 29.3% profit margin vs 9.9%. ASRV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.95. USB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
ASRV
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
USB
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 37.8%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
3.0% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.5% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 8.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.6% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ASRV
The strongest argument for ASRV centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.95 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : USB
The strongest argument for USB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.3% and operating margin at 37.8%.
Bear Case : ASRV
The primary concerns for ASRV are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : USB
The primary concerns for USB are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
USB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
USB is growing revenue faster at 4.6% — sustainability is the question.
USB generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
USB scores higher overall (71/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 29.3% 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.
AmeriServ Financial Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
AmeriServ Financial, Inc. is the banking holding company for AmeriServ Financial Bank offering a variety of consumer, mortgage and commercial financial products. The company is headquartered in Johnstown, Pennsylvania.
Visit Website →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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