First Business Financial Services (FBIZ)vsPNC Financial Services Group Inc (PNC)
FBIZ
First Business Financial Services
$75.40
+2.22%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $593.31M
PNC
PNC Financial Services Group Inc
$231.83
-1.71%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $86.73B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PNC Financial Services Group Inc generates 14622% more annual revenue ($24.94B vs $169.43M). FBIZ leads profitability with a 32.8% profit margin vs 31.7%. FBIZ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.24. FBIZ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (B+).
FBIZ
Strong Buy80
out of 100
Grade: B+
PNC
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 39.5%
Reasonable price relative to book value
16.5% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 36.3% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 41.1%
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 2.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FBIZ
The strongest argument for FBIZ centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.8% and operating margin at 39.5%. Revenue growth of 16.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PNC
The strongest argument for PNC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.7% and operating margin at 41.1%. Revenue growth of 10.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FBIZ
The primary concerns for FBIZ are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.51 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PNC
The primary concerns for PNC are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FBIZ profiles as a growth stock while PNC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PNC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.93 — expect wider price swings.
FBIZ is growing revenue faster at 16.5% — sustainability is the question.
PNC generates stronger free cash flow (2.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FBIZ scores higher overall (80/100 vs 75/100), backed by strong 32.8% margins and 16.5% revenue growth. 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.
First Business Financial Services
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
First Business Financial Services, Inc. is the banking holding company for First Business Bank providing commercial banking products and services for small and medium-sized businesses, business owners, executives, professionals and high net worth individuals. The company is headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin.
PNC Financial Services Group Inc
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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