Fidelity D&D Bancorp Inc (FDBC)vsU.S. Bancorp (USB)
FDBC
Fidelity D&D Bancorp Inc
$46.85
+1.34%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $276.04M
USB
U.S. Bancorp
$55.69
+2.27%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $84.69B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
U.S. Bancorp generates 28258% more annual revenue ($26.65B vs $93.97M). FDBC leads profitability with a 31.6% profit margin vs 29.3%. FDBC trades at a lower P/E of 9.3x. USB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
FDBC
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
USB
Strong Buy71
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
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 36.8%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 24.3% 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 : FDBC
The strongest argument for FDBC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.6% and operating margin at 36.8%. Revenue growth of 10.8% 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 : FDBC
The primary concerns for FDBC 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
FDBC profiles as a mature 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.
FDBC is growing revenue faster at 10.8% — 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 62/100), 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.
Fidelity D&D Bancorp Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Fidelity D & D Bancorp, Inc. is the banking holding company for The Fidelity Deposit and Discount Bank, providing a variety of banking, trust and financial services to individuals, small businesses and corporate clients. The company is headquartered in Dunmore, Pennsylvania.
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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