Bank First National Corp (BFC)vsMizuho Financial Group Inc. (MFG)
BFC
Bank First National Corp
$140.34
+0.31%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.63B
MFG
Mizuho Financial Group Inc.
$9.58
-1.03%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $116.83B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mizuho Financial Group Inc. generates 2273335% more annual revenue ($4.40T vs $193.62M). BFC leads profitability with a 37.8% profit margin vs 28.4%. BFC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.10. MFG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
BFC
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
MFG
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Keeps 38 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 42.9%
Revenue surging 49.1% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 32.5%
Earnings expanding 680.0% YoY
Generating 487.7B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Earnings declined 2.2%
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 : BFC
The strongest argument for BFC centers on PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.8% and operating margin at 42.9%. Revenue growth of 49.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MFG
The strongest argument for MFG centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.4% and operating margin at 32.5%. Revenue growth of 16.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BFC
The primary concerns for BFC are Market Cap, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : MFG
The primary concerns for MFG are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 5.88 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BFC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.42 — expect wider price swings.
BFC is growing revenue faster at 49.1% — sustainability is the question.
MFG generates stronger free cash flow (487.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
MFG scores higher overall (78/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 28.4% margins and 16.7% 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.
Bank First National Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Bank First Corporation is a Bank First NA holding company providing business and consumer financial services to businesses, professionals and consumers in Wisconsin. The company is headquartered in Manitowoc, Wisconsin.
Visit Website →Mizuho Financial Group Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. engages in banking, trusts, securities and other businesses related to financial services in Japan, America, Europe, Asia / Oceania and internationally. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
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