Citigroup Inc. (C)vsSilvercrest Asset Management Group Inc (SAMG)
C
Citigroup Inc.
$127.97
+0.28%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $223.88B
SAMG
Silvercrest Asset Management Group Inc
$13.15
-0.45%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $109.88M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Citigroup Inc. generates 62727% more annual revenue ($78.73B vs $125.32M). C leads profitability with a 20.4% profit margin vs 3.9%. C appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.71. C earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 82/100 (A-).
C
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
SAMG
Hold47
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.7% — below average capital efficiency
0.0% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
3.9% margin — thin
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 : SAMG
The strongest argument for SAMG centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.98 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : C
The primary concerns for C are Return on Equity.
Bear Case : SAMG
The primary concerns for SAMG are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 3.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
C profiles as a growth stock while SAMG is a value 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.
C generates stronger free cash flow (2.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
C scores higher overall (82/100 vs 47/100), 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.
Silvercrest Asset Management Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Silvercrest Asset Management Group Inc., a wealth management firm, provides financial advisory and related family office services in the United States. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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