HSBC Holdings PLC ADR (HSBC)vsUBS Group AG (UBS)
HSBC
HSBC Holdings PLC ADR
$101.85
-0.98%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $366.94B
UBS
UBS Group AG
$50.69
+0.14%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $167.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HSBC Holdings PLC ADR generates 27% more annual revenue ($67.43B vs $53.04B). HSBC leads profitability with a 37.8% profit margin vs 17.9%. UBS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.74. UBS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
HSBC
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
UBS
Strong Buy77
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
Strong operational efficiency at 31.0%
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 20.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.1x book value
2.6% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
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 : UBS
The strongest argument for UBS centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.9% and operating margin at 31.0%. Revenue growth of 14.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HSBC
The primary concerns for HSBC are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : UBS
The primary concerns for UBS are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 4.21 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HSBC profiles as a growth stock while UBS is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
UBS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.83 — expect wider price swings.
HSBC is growing revenue faster at 25.4% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
UBS scores higher overall (77/100 vs 69/100), backed by strong 17.9% margins and 14.6% 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.
UBS Group AG
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
UBS Group AG, provides advice and financial solutions to private, institutional and corporate clients worldwide. The company is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland.
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