Camden National Corporation (CAC)vsPNC Financial Services Group Inc (PNC)
CAC
Camden National Corporation
$46.74
+0.38%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $766.04M
PNC
PNC Financial Services Group Inc
$205.95
-0.19%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $83.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PNC Financial Services Group Inc generates 9459% more annual revenue ($22.32B vs $233.49M). PNC leads profitability with a 31.1% profit margin vs 27.9%. CAC trades at a lower P/E of 11.8x. CAC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
CAC
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
PNC
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+72.4%
Fair Value
$179.71
Current Price
$46.74
$132.97 discount
Margin of Safety
+73.5%
Fair Value
$776.41
Current Price
$205.95
$570.46 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 47.5%
Revenue surging 39.2% year-over-year
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 33.8% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 31 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 39.3%
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 29.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CAC
The strongest argument for CAC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.9% and operating margin at 47.5%. Revenue growth of 39.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PNC
The strongest argument for PNC centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.1% and operating margin at 39.3%.
Bear Case : CAC
The primary concerns for CAC are Market Cap, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : PNC
The primary concerns for PNC are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CAC profiles as a growth stock while PNC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PNC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
CAC is growing revenue faster at 39.2% — sustainability is the question.
PNC generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CAC scores higher overall (74/100 vs 73/100), backed by strong 27.9% margins and 39.2% revenue growth. PNC offers better value entry with a 73.5% margin of safety. 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.
Camden National Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Camden National Corporation is the banking holding company for Camden National Bank offering commercial and consumer banking products and services to consumer, institutional, municipal, non-profit and commercial clients. The company is headquartered in Camden, Maine.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (stylized as PNC) is a bank holding company and financial services corporation based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Its banking subsidiary, PNC Bank, operates in 21 states and the District of Columbia with 2,296 branches and 9,051 ATMs. The company also provides financial services such as asset management, wealth management, estate planning, loan servicing, and information processing.
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