HSBC Holdings PLC ADR (HSBC)vsQCR Holdings Inc (QCRH)
HSBC
HSBC Holdings PLC ADR
$100.95
+0.78%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $348.48B
QCRH
QCR Holdings Inc
$100.92
+0.50%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.63B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HSBC Holdings PLC ADR generates 17681% more annual revenue ($67.43B vs $379.24M). HSBC leads profitability with a 37.8% profit margin vs 37.4%. HSBC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.89. QCRH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
HSBC
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
QCRH
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 38 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 58.8%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 25.4% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 37 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.3%
15.6% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 28.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.0x book value
2.6% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HSBC
The strongest argument for HSBC centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.8% and operating margin at 58.8%. Revenue growth of 25.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : QCRH
The strongest argument for QCRH centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.4% and operating margin at 45.3%. Revenue growth of 15.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HSBC
The primary concerns for HSBC are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : QCRH
The primary concerns for QCRH are Market Cap, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
QCRH carries more volatility with a beta of 0.74 — expect wider price swings.
HSBC is growing revenue faster at 25.4% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
QCRH scores higher overall (73/100 vs 69/100), backed by strong 37.4% margins and 15.6% revenue growth. 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.
HSBC Holdings PLC ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
HSBC Holdings plc offers banking and financial products and services globally. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
QCR Holdings Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
QCR Holdings, Inc., a multi-bank holding company, provides consumer and commercial banking services, trust and asset management services. The company is headquartered in Moline, Illinois.
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