HSBC Holdings PLC ADR (HSBC)vsWaFd, Inc. (WAFD)
HSBC
HSBC Holdings PLC ADR
$100.95
+0.78%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $348.48B
WAFD
WaFd, Inc.
$31.35
+1.42%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $2.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HSBC Holdings PLC ADR generates 8760% more annual revenue ($67.43B vs $761.06M). HSBC leads profitability with a 37.8% profit margin vs 33.7%. HSBC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.89. WAFD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
HSBC
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
WAFD
Strong Buy72
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 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.1%
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.0x book value
2.6% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
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 : WAFD
The strongest argument for WAFD centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.7% and operating margin at 46.1%.
Bear Case : HSBC
The primary concerns for HSBC are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : WAFD
The primary concerns for WAFD are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HSBC profiles as a growth stock while WAFD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
WAFD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.82 — expect wider price swings.
HSBC is growing revenue faster at 25.4% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
WAFD scores higher overall (72/100 vs 69/100), backed by strong 33.7% 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.
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.
WaFd, Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Washington Federal, Inc. is the banking holding company for Washington Federal Bank, a National Association that provides loans, deposits, insurance, and other banking services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.
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