Citigroup Inc. (C)vsStewart Information Services Corp (STC)
C
Citigroup Inc.
$145.67
-0.48%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $240.84B
STC
Stewart Information Services Corp
$66.18
+3.80%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Citigroup Inc. generates 2443% more annual revenue ($78.73B vs $3.10B). C leads profitability with a 20.4% profit margin vs 4.2%. C appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.78. C earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 82/100 (A-).
C
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
STC
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 400.0% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 27.7% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.6% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
4.2% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.0%
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 15.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : STC
The strongest argument for STC centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, P/E Ratio. Revenue growth of 27.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : C
The primary concerns for C are Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 3.55 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : STC
The primary concerns for STC are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 4.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
C carries more volatility with a beta of 1.11 — expect wider price swings.
STC is growing revenue faster at 27.7% — sustainability is the question.
STC generates stronger free cash flow (-21M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
C scores higher overall (82/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 20.4% margins and 15.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
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.
Stewart Information Services Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
Stewart Information Services Corporation offers title insurance and real estate transaction services. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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