Hbt Financial Inc (HBT)vsMizuho Financial Group Inc. (MFG)
HBT
Hbt Financial Inc
$32.57
+0.81%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.16B
MFG
Mizuho Financial Group Inc.
$10.33
+4.12%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $121.09B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mizuho Financial Group Inc. generates 1804126% more annual revenue ($4.40T vs $243.97M). MFG leads profitability with a 28.4% profit margin vs 28.3%. HBT trades at a lower P/E of 14.7x. MFG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
HBT
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
MFG
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 44.2%
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
17.5% revenue growth
Strong operational efficiency at 32.5%
Earnings expanding 680.0% YoY
Generating 487.7B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Earnings declined 43.7%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HBT
The strongest argument for HBT centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.3% and operating margin at 44.2%. Revenue growth of 17.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MFG
The strongest argument for MFG centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.4% and operating margin at 32.5%. Revenue growth of 16.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HBT
The primary concerns for HBT are Market Cap, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : MFG
The primary concerns for MFG are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 5.88 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HBT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.53 — expect wider price swings.
HBT is growing revenue faster at 17.5% — sustainability is the question.
MFG generates stronger free cash flow (487.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
MFG scores higher overall (78/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 28.4% margins and 16.7% 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.
Hbt Financial Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
HBT Financial, Inc. is the banking holding company for Heartland Bank and Trust Company and State Bank of Lincoln offering commercial, commercial and retail banking products and services to individuals, businesses and municipal entities. The company is headquartered in Bloomington, Illinois.
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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