Citigroup Inc. (C)vsWells Fargo & Company (WFC)
C
Citigroup Inc.
$132.45
+0.10%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $221.84B
WFC
Wells Fargo & Company
$86.45
+1.19%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $264.46B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Wells Fargo & Company generates 2% more annual revenue ($83.03B vs $81.71B). WFC leads profitability with a 27.2% profit margin vs 21.8%. C appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.72. C earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 82/100 (A-).
C
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
WFC
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
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 36.2%
Earnings expanding 61.0% YoY
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 37.1%
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 25.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
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 21.8% and operating margin at 36.2%. Revenue growth of 14.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WFC
The strongest argument for WFC centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.2% and operating margin at 37.1%.
Bear Case : C
The primary concerns for C are Debt/Equity, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.90 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : WFC
The primary concerns for WFC are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.55 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
C carries more volatility with a beta of 1.09 — expect wider price swings.
C is growing revenue faster at 14.5% — sustainability is the question.
WFC generates stronger free cash flow (9.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
C scores higher overall (82/100 vs 76/100), backed by strong 21.8% margins and 14.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
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.
Wells Fargo & Company
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Wells Fargo & Company is an American multinational financial services company with corporate headquarters in San Francisco, California, operational headquarters in Manhattan, and managerial offices throughout the United States and overseas.
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