Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA (ITUB)vsProsperity Bancshares Inc (PB)
ITUB
Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA
$7.54
-0.56%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $86.63B
PB
Prosperity Bancshares Inc
$69.36
+0.89%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $7.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA generates 10443% more annual revenue ($138.19B vs $1.31B). PB leads profitability with a 40.4% profit margin vs 33.3%. ITUB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.32. ITUB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
ITUB
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
PB
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
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 33.1%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 55.6%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
19.9% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 2.1%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Elevated debt levels
ROE of 6.4% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 15.1%
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 33.3% and operating margin at 33.1%. PEG of 1.32 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PB
The strongest argument for PB centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 40.4% and operating margin at 55.6%. Revenue growth of 19.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ITUB
The primary concerns for ITUB are Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow. Debt-to-equity of 4.99 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PB
The primary concerns for PB are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ITUB profiles as a declining stock while PB is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.66 — expect wider price swings.
PB is growing revenue faster at 19.9% — sustainability is the question.
PB generates stronger free cash flow (178M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ITUB scores higher overall (74/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 33.3% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "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.
Prosperity Bancshares Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Prosperity Bancshares, Inc. is a banking holding company for Prosperity Bank providing retail and commercial banking services to businesses and consumers. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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