Banco Macro SA B ADR (BMA)vsMizuho Financial Group Inc. (MFG)
BMA
Banco Macro SA B ADR
$84.94
-2.38%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $6.31B
MFG
Mizuho Financial Group Inc.
$9.52
-0.10%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $115.97B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mizuho Financial Group Inc. generates 8% more annual revenue ($4.40T vs $4.06T). MFG leads profitability with a 28.4% profit margin vs 7.1%. BMA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.47. MFG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
BMA
Buy54
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
Generating 594.0B in free cash flow
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 24.1%
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
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
7.1% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 3.3%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BMA
The strongest argument for BMA centers on PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow, Debt/Equity. PEG of 0.47 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : BMA
The primary concerns for BMA are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
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
BMA profiles as a value stock while MFG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BMA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.50 — expect wider price swings.
MFG is growing revenue faster at 16.7% — sustainability is the question.
BMA generates stronger free cash flow (594.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MFG scores higher overall (78/100 vs 54/100), 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.
Banco Macro SA B ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Banco Macro SA offers various banking products and services to retail and corporate clients in Argentina. The company is headquartered in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
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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