Central Plains Bancshares, Inc. Common Stock (CPBI)vsU.S. Bancorp (USB)
CPBI
Central Plains Bancshares, Inc. Common Stock
$17.55
+1.56%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $71.95M
USB
U.S. Bancorp
$51.89
-0.48%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $81.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
U.S. Bancorp generates 126669% more annual revenue ($26.35B vs $20.79M). USB leads profitability with a 28.7% profit margin vs 18.7%. USB trades at a lower P/E of 11.3x. USB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
CPBI
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
USB
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+63.2%
Fair Value
$48.20
Current Price
$17.55
$30.65 discount
Margin of Safety
+75.8%
Fair Value
$214.00
Current Price
$51.89
$162.11 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 27.4%
17.5% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 25.2% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 39.3%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 24.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.6% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CPBI
The strongest argument for CPBI centers on Price/Book, P/E Ratio, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.7% and operating margin at 27.4%. Revenue growth of 17.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : USB
The strongest argument for USB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.7% and operating margin at 39.3%.
Bear Case : CPBI
The primary concerns for CPBI are Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : USB
The primary concerns for USB are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CPBI profiles as a growth stock while USB is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
USB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.04 — expect wider price swings.
CPBI is growing revenue faster at 17.5% — sustainability is the question.
USB generates stronger free cash flow (2.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
USB scores higher overall (75/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 28.7% margins. CPBI offers better value entry with a 63.2% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Central Plains Bancshares, Inc. Common Stock
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Central Plains Bancshares, Inc. focuses on providing various banking products and services to retail customers, and small and medium-sized commercial customers in Nebraska, the United States. The company is headquartered in Grand Island, Nebraska.
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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