Banco Santander Brasil SA ADR (BSBR)vsU.S. Bancorp (USB)
BSBR
Banco Santander Brasil SA ADR
$5.69
-1.56%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $47.14B
USB
U.S. Bancorp
$51.89
-0.48%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $81.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Banco Santander Brasil SA ADR generates 87% more annual revenue ($49.31B vs $26.35B). BSBR leads profitability with a 30.3% profit margin vs 28.7%. BSBR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.42. USB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
BSBR
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
USB
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+0.1%
Fair Value
$7.08
Current Price
$5.69
$1.39 discount
Margin of Safety
+75.8%
Fair Value
$214.00
Current Price
$51.89
$162.11 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 27.7%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 39.3%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 24.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Revenue declined 3.4%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BSBR
The strongest argument for BSBR centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.3% and operating margin at 27.7%. PEG of 0.42 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 28.7% and operating margin at 39.3%.
Bear Case : BSBR
The primary concerns for BSBR are Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : USB
The primary concerns for USB are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BSBR profiles as a declining stock while USB is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
USB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.04 — expect wider price swings.
USB is growing revenue faster at 5.3% — sustainability is the question.
USB generates stronger free cash flow (2.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
USB scores higher overall (75/100 vs 72/100), backed by strong 28.7% margins. Both earn "Strong 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.
Banco Santander Brasil SA ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Banco Santander (Brasil) SA offers various banking products and services to individuals, small and medium-sized companies and corporate clients in Brazil and internationally. The company is headquartered in So Paulo, Brazil.
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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