Citigroup Inc. (C)vsPatria Investments Ltd (PAX)
C
Citigroup Inc.
$127.97
+0.28%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $223.88B
PAX
Patria Investments Ltd
$12.91
+3.53%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.99B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Citigroup Inc. generates 20527% more annual revenue ($78.73B vs $381.70M). PAX leads profitability with a 22.4% profit margin vs 20.4%. C trades at a lower P/E of 15.8x. C earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 82/100 (A-).
C
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
PAX
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 34.1%
Earnings expanding 56.1% YoY
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 36.1%
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.7% — below average capital efficiency
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 15.4%
Earnings declined 37.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : C
The strongest argument for C centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.4% and operating margin at 34.1%. Revenue growth of 16.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PAX
The strongest argument for PAX centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.4% and operating margin at 36.1%.
Bear Case : C
The primary concerns for C are Return on Equity.
Bear Case : PAX
The primary concerns for PAX are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
C profiles as a growth stock while PAX is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
C carries more volatility with a beta of 1.08 — expect wider price swings.
C is growing revenue faster at 16.9% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
C scores higher overall (82/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 20.4% margins and 16.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Citigroup Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Citigroup Inc. is an American multinational investment bank and financial services corporation headquartered in New York City. The company was formed by the merger of banking giant Citicorp and financial conglomerate Travelers Group in 1998; Travelers was subsequently spun off from the company in 2002. Citigroup owns Citicorp, the holding company for Citibank, as well as several international subsidiaries. Citigroup is incorporated in Delaware.
Patria Investments Ltd
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Patria Investments Limited is a private market investment firm focused on investing in Latin America. The company is headquartered in Grand Cayman, the Cayman Islands.
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