German American Bancorp Inc (GABC)vsU.S. Bancorp (USB)
GABC
German American Bancorp Inc
$49.70
-0.52%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.88B
USB
U.S. Bancorp
$60.70
-0.38%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $92.63B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
U.S. Bancorp generates 7087% more annual revenue ($27.89B vs $388.01M). GABC leads profitability with a 37.5% profit margin vs 30.0%. USB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.44. USB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
GABC
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
USB
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 38 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 50.2%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.1%
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 3.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GABC
The strongest argument for GABC centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.5% and operating margin at 50.2%. PEG of 1.46 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : USB
The strongest argument for USB centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.0% and operating margin at 40.1%. PEG of 1.44 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GABC
The primary concerns for GABC are Market Cap, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : USB
The primary concerns for USB are Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
USB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
GABC is growing revenue faster at 8.8% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
USB scores higher overall (75/100 vs 66/100), backed by strong 30.0% margins. 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.
German American Bancorp Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
German American Bancorp, Inc. is the banking holding company of German American Bank providing retail and commercial banking services. The company is headquartered in Jasper, 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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