First Capital Inc (FCAP)vsU.S. Bancorp (USB)
FCAP
First Capital Inc
$61.12
+0.99%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $221.27M
USB
U.S. Bancorp
$55.69
-1.95%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $84.69B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
U.S. Bancorp generates 51646% more annual revenue ($26.65B vs $51.50M). FCAP leads profitability with a 33.9% profit margin vs 29.3%. USB trades at a lower P/E of 11.4x. USB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
FCAP
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
USB
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.9%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
18.3% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 34.3% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 37.8%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.6% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FCAP
The strongest argument for FCAP centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.9% and operating margin at 40.9%. Revenue growth of 18.3% 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 29.3% and operating margin at 37.8%.
Bear Case : FCAP
The primary concerns for FCAP are Market Cap, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : USB
The primary concerns for USB are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FCAP profiles as a growth stock while USB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
USB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
FCAP is growing revenue faster at 18.3% — sustainability is the question.
USB generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
USB scores higher overall (71/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 29.3% margins. 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.
First Capital Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
First Capital, Inc. is the banking holding company for First Harrison Bank providing various banking services to individuals and commercial clients. The company is headquartered in Corydon, Indiana.
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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