Banco Bilbao Viscaya Argentaria SA ADR (BBVA)vsHSBC Holdings PLC ADR (HSBC)
BBVA
Banco Bilbao Viscaya Argentaria SA ADR
$22.22
-2.67%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $128.65B
HSBC
HSBC Holdings PLC ADR
$90.80
-0.27%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $311.14B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HSBC Holdings PLC ADR generates 96% more annual revenue ($63.77B vs $32.61B). HSBC leads profitability with a 35.0% profit margin vs 33.1%. HSBC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.90. BBVA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
BBVA
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
HSBC
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 54.9%
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 50.7%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
3.3% revenue growth
2.6% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BBVA
The strongest argument for BBVA centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.1% and operating margin at 54.9%. Revenue growth of 11.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : HSBC
The strongest argument for HSBC centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.0% and operating margin at 50.7%. PEG of 0.90 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BBVA
The primary concerns for BBVA are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.56 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : HSBC
The primary concerns for HSBC are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BBVA profiles as a mature stock while HSBC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BBVA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.89 — expect wider price swings.
BBVA is growing revenue faster at 11.9% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
BBVA scores higher overall (69/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 33.1% margins and 11.9% revenue growth. 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.
Banco Bilbao Viscaya Argentaria SA ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria, SA provides retail banking, wholesale banking, asset management and private banking services. The company is headquartered in Bilbao, Spain.
HSBC Holdings PLC ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
HSBC Holdings plc offers banking and financial products and services globally. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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