Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA (ITUB)vsPlumas Bancorp (PLBC)
ITUB
Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA
$7.54
-0.56%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $86.63B
PLBC
Plumas Bancorp
$54.18
+0.73%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $385.76M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA generates 140320% more annual revenue ($138.19B vs $98.41M). ITUB leads profitability with a 33.3% profit margin vs 32.7%. ITUB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.32. PLBC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
ITUB
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
PLBC
Strong Buy75
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 33.1%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 48.8%
Revenue surging 32.4% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 2.1%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Elevated debt levels
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
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 : PLBC
The strongest argument for PLBC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.7% and operating margin at 48.8%. Revenue growth of 32.4% 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 : PLBC
The primary concerns for PLBC are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ITUB profiles as a declining stock while PLBC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PLBC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.61 — expect wider price swings.
PLBC is growing revenue faster at 32.4% — sustainability is the question.
PLBC generates stronger free cash flow (9M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PLBC scores higher overall (75/100 vs 74/100), backed by strong 32.7% margins and 32.4% 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.
Plumas Bancorp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Plumas Bancorp is the banking holding company for Plumas Bank offering various banking products and services to small and medium-sized businesses and individuals in Northeast California and Northwest Nevada. The company is headquartered in Reno, Nevada.
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