ConnectOne Bancorp, Inc. (CNOB)vsHDFC Bank Limited ADR (HDB)
CNOB
ConnectOne Bancorp, Inc.
$32.57
-1.27%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.53B
HDB
HDFC Bank Limited ADR
$21.55
+0.89%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $109.84B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HDFC Bank Limited ADR generates 680950% more annual revenue ($3.02T vs $443.30M). CNOB leads profitability with a 36.1% profit margin vs 26.5%. HDB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.01. HDB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 82/100 (A-).
CNOB
Strong Buy80
out of 100
Grade: B+
HDB
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 55.2%
Revenue surging 134.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 47.5% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 38.5%
Revenue surging 80.8% year-over-year
Generating 1.7T in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.2% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 8.6x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CNOB
The strongest argument for CNOB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 36.1% and operating margin at 55.2%. Revenue growth of 134.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : HDB
The strongest argument for HDB centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.5% and operating margin at 38.5%. Revenue growth of 80.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CNOB
The primary concerns for CNOB are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : HDB
The primary concerns for HDB are Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNOB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.07 — expect wider price swings.
CNOB is growing revenue faster at 134.2% — sustainability is the question.
HDB generates stronger free cash flow (1.7T), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
HDB scores higher overall (82/100 vs 80/100), backed by strong 26.5% margins and 80.8% 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.
ConnectOne Bancorp, Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
ConnectOne Bancorp, Inc. is the banking holding company for ConnectOne Bank, a licensed commercial bank offering a variety of commercial banking products and services. The company is headquartered in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey.
HDFC Bank Limited ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
HDFC Bank Limited offers various banking and financial services to individuals and businesses in India, Bahrain, Hong Kong and Dubai. The company is headquartered in Mumbai, India.
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