HDFC Bank Limited ADR (HDB)vsOld Second Bancorp Inc (OSBC)
HDB
HDFC Bank Limited ADR
$21.55
+0.89%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $109.84B
OSBC
Old Second Bancorp Inc
$24.41
-0.77%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.24B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HDFC Bank Limited ADR generates 848106% more annual revenue ($3.02T vs $355.94M). OSBC leads profitability with a 31.3% profit margin vs 26.5%. HDB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.01. HDB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 82/100 (A-).
HDB
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
OSBC
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 38.5%
Revenue surging 80.8% year-over-year
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 31 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 44.9%
Earnings expanding 211.1% YoY
19.2% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.6x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HDB
The strongest argument for HDB centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.5% and operating margin at 38.5%. Revenue growth of 80.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : OSBC
The strongest argument for OSBC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.3% and operating margin at 44.9%. Revenue growth of 19.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HDB
The primary concerns for HDB are Price/Book.
Bear Case : OSBC
The primary concerns for OSBC are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OSBC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.77 — expect wider price swings.
HDB is growing revenue faster at 80.8% — sustainability is the question.
HDB generates stronger free cash flow (1.7T), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
HDB scores higher overall (82/100 vs 76/100), backed by strong 26.5% margins and 80.8% 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.
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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FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Old Second Bancorp, Inc. is the banking holding company for Old Second National Bank providing a range of banking services. The company is headquartered in Aurora, Illinois.
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