HSBC Holdings PLC ADR (HSBC)vsZions Bancorporation (ZION)
HSBC
HSBC Holdings PLC ADR
$84.52
-1.65%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $294.15B
ZION
Zions Bancorporation
$65.75
-0.95%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $9.55B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HSBC Holdings PLC ADR generates 1692% more annual revenue ($67.44B vs $3.76B). HSBC leads profitability with a 41.2% profit margin vs 32.2%. HSBC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.80. HSBC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
HSBC
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
ZION
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 41 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 50.4%
Earnings expanding 56.2% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 39.3%
Earnings expanding 20.3% YoY
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HSBC
The strongest argument for HSBC centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 41.2% and operating margin at 50.4%. PEG of 0.80 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : ZION
The strongest argument for ZION centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.2% and operating margin at 39.3%.
Bear Case : HSBC
The primary concerns for HSBC are Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : ZION
The primary concerns for ZION are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ZION carries more volatility with a beta of 0.83 — expect wider price swings.
ZION is growing revenue faster at 9.5% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
HSBC scores higher overall (73/100 vs 71/100), backed by strong 41.2% 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.
Zions Bancorporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Zions Bancorporation is a bank holding company headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah.
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