Bank of America Corp (BAC)vsOld National Bancorp (ONB)
BAC
Bank of America Corp
$62.69
+0.21%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $437.47B
ONB
Old National Bancorp
$25.66
+0.23%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $9.80B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Bank of America Corp generates 4182% more annual revenue ($113.93B vs $2.66B). ONB leads profitability with a 33.3% profit margin vs 29.5%. BAC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.95. BAC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
BAC
Exceptional Buy84
out of 100
Grade: A-
ONB
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 38.3%
Generating 29.0B in free cash flow
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 52.5%
Earnings expanding 92.9% YoY
Revenue surging 28.8% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BAC
The strongest argument for BAC centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.5% and operating margin at 38.3%. Revenue growth of 16.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ONB
The strongest argument for ONB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.3% and operating margin at 52.5%. Revenue growth of 28.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BAC
The primary concerns for BAC are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.43 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : ONB
The primary concerns for ONB are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BAC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.16 — expect wider price swings.
ONB is growing revenue faster at 28.8% — sustainability is the question.
BAC generates stronger free cash flow (29.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
BAC scores higher overall (84/100 vs 79/100), backed by strong 29.5% margins and 16.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Bank of America Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
The Bank of America Corporation is an American multinational investment bank and financial services holding company headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. Founded in San Francisco, Bank of America was formed through NationsBank's acquisition of BankAmerica in 1998. It is the second largest banking institution in the United States, after JPMorgan Chase, and the eighth largest bank in the world. Bank of America is one of the Big Four banking institutions of the United States. It services approximately 10 percent of all American bank deposits, in direct competition with JPMorgan Chase, Citigroup and Wells Fargo. Its primary financial services revolve around commercial banking, wealth management, and investment banking.
Visit Website →Old National Bancorp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Old National Bancorp is the banking holding company for Old National Bank providing various financial services to individual and business clients in the United States. The company is headquartered in Evansville, Indiana.
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