First Busey Corp (BUSE)vsU.S. Bancorp (USB)
BUSE
First Busey Corp
$30.98
-0.35%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $2.57B
USB
U.S. Bancorp
$63.81
+0.20%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $100.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
U.S. Bancorp generates 3390% more annual revenue ($27.32B vs $782.83M). USB leads profitability with a 29.9% profit margin vs 29.5%. BUSE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.91. USB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
BUSE
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
USB
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 45.5%
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 32.7% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 39.7%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 21.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.1% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BUSE
The strongest argument for BUSE centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.5% and operating margin at 45.5%.
Bull Case : USB
The strongest argument for USB centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.9% and operating margin at 39.7%. Revenue growth of 10.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BUSE
The primary concerns for BUSE are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : USB
The primary concerns for USB are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BUSE profiles as a value stock while USB is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
USB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
USB is growing revenue faster at 10.4% — sustainability is the question.
USB generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
USB scores higher overall (75/100 vs 70/100), backed by strong 29.9% margins and 10.4% revenue growth. 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.
First Busey Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
First Busey Corporation is the banking holding company for Busey Bank offering retail and commercial banking products and services to individual, corporate, institutional and government clients in the United States. The company is headquartered in Champaign, Illinois.
Visit Website →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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