First Merchants Corporation (FRME)vsHDFC Bank Limited ADR (HDB)
FRME
First Merchants Corporation
$41.11
+0.02%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $2.59B
HDB
HDFC Bank Limited ADR
$23.34
+6.87%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $119.10B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HDFC Bank Limited ADR generates 459210% more annual revenue ($2.95T vs $642.19M). FRME leads profitability with a 29.0% profit margin vs 26.8%. HDB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.01. HDB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
FRME
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
HDB
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 34.3%
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 33.3%
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
16.6% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
2.8% revenue growth
ROE of 7.4% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 28.7%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 9.4x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FRME
The strongest argument for FRME centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.0% and operating margin at 34.3%. PEG of 1.40 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : HDB
The strongest argument for HDB centers on Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.8% and operating margin at 33.3%. Revenue growth of 16.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FRME
The primary concerns for FRME are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : HDB
The primary concerns for HDB are Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FRME profiles as a value stock while HDB is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
FRME carries more volatility with a beta of 0.85 — expect wider price swings.
HDB is growing revenue faster at 16.6% — sustainability is the question.
HDB generates stronger free cash flow (1.7T), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HDB scores higher overall (76/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 26.8% margins and 16.6% revenue growth. 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 Merchants Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
First Merchants Corporation is the financial holding company for First Merchants Bank providing community banking services. The company is headquartered in Muncie, Indiana.
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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