Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA (ITUB)vsLloyds Banking Group PLC ADR (LYG)
ITUB
Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA
$8.24
-1.14%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $91.48B
LYG
Lloyds Banking Group PLC ADR
$6.01
-1.75%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $86.80B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA generates 630% more annual revenue ($143.71B vs $19.69B). ITUB leads profitability with a 32.6% profit margin vs 26.4%. LYG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.64. ITUB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
ITUB
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
LYG
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 39.1%
Generating 70.9B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.0%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 26 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ITUB
The strongest argument for ITUB centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.6% and operating margin at 39.1%. Revenue growth of 17.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LYG
The strongest argument for LYG centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.4% and operating margin at 45.0%. Revenue growth of 12.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ITUB
The primary concerns for ITUB are Piotroski F-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 4.71 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : LYG
The primary concerns for LYG are Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.18 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ITUB profiles as a growth stock while LYG is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
LYG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.91 — expect wider price swings.
ITUB is growing revenue faster at 17.5% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
ITUB scores higher overall (77/100 vs 70/100), backed by strong 32.6% margins and 17.5% 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.
Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Ita Unibanco Holding SA offers a range of financial products and services in Brazil and internationally. The company is headquartered in So Paulo, Brazil.
Lloyds Banking Group PLC ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Lloyds Banking Group plc, offers a range of banking and financial services in the UK and internationally. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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