CNB Financial Corporation (CCNE)vsU.S. Bancorp (USB)
CCNE
CNB Financial Corporation
$33.97
+0.27%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.03B
USB
U.S. Bancorp
$62.80
-0.64%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $101.07B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
U.S. Bancorp generates 8197% more annual revenue ($27.32B vs $329.29M). USB leads profitability with a 29.9% profit margin vs 29.2%. CCNE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.06. CCNE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (A-).
CCNE
Exceptional Buy80
out of 100
Grade: A-
USB
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
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 43.3%
Revenue surging 51.0% year-over-year
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 49.2% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 39.7%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 21.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CCNE
The strongest argument for CCNE centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.2% and operating margin at 43.3%. Revenue growth of 51.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : USB
The strongest argument for USB centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.9% and operating margin at 39.7%. Revenue growth of 10.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CCNE
The primary concerns for CCNE are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : USB
The primary concerns for USB are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CCNE profiles as a growth stock while USB is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
USB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
CCNE is growing revenue faster at 51.0% — sustainability is the question.
USB generates stronger free cash flow (4.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CCNE scores higher overall (80/100 vs 75/100), backed by strong 29.2% margins and 51.0% 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.
CNB Financial Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
CNB Financial Corporation is the banking holding company for CNB Bank offering a range of banking products and services for individual, commercial, government and institutional clients. The company is headquartered in Clearfield, Pennsylvania.
Visit Website →U.S. Bancorp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
U.S. Bancorp is an American bank holding company based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and incorporated in Delaware. The company provides banking, investment, mortgage, trust, and payment services products to individuals, businesses, governmental entities, and other financial institutions.
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