First Savings Financial Group Inc (FSFG)vsMizuho Financial Group Inc. (MFG)
FSFG
First Savings Financial Group Inc
$33.98
0.00%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $238.37M
MFG
Mizuho Financial Group Inc.
$10.57
-1.68%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $132.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mizuho Financial Group Inc. generates 5627686% more annual revenue ($4.74T vs $84.22M). MFG leads profitability with a 29.1% profit margin vs 0.3%. FSFG trades at a lower P/E of 10.2x. MFG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 82/100 (A-).
FSFG
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
MFG
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 46.7%
Revenue surging 35.0% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
0.3% revenue growth
0.4% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.3% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FSFG
The strongest argument for FSFG centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : MFG
The strongest argument for MFG centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.1% and operating margin at 46.7%. Revenue growth of 35.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FSFG
The primary concerns for FSFG are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Debt-to-equity of 2.40 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 0.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : MFG
The primary concerns for MFG are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 5.91 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FSFG profiles as a value stock while MFG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
FSFG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.44 — expect wider price swings.
MFG is growing revenue faster at 35.0% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
MFG scores higher overall (82/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 29.1% margins and 35.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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 Savings Financial Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
First Savings Financial Group, Inc. is a financial holding company for First Savings Bank in Southern Indiana. The company is headquartered in Jeffersonville, Indiana.
Visit Website →Mizuho Financial Group Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. engages in banking, trusts, securities and other businesses related to financial services in Japan, America, Europe, Asia / Oceania and internationally. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
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