Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA (ITUB)vsBanco Santander SA ADR (SAN)
ITUB
Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA
$8.37
+2.32%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $90.15B
SAN
Banco Santander SA ADR
$12.28
+0.82%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $175.40B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA generates 192% more annual revenue ($138.19B vs $47.37B). SAN leads profitability with a 34.1% profit margin vs 33.3%. ITUB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.35. ITUB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
ITUB
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
SAN
Strong Buy67
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 22 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 43.3%
Earnings expanding 67.4% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Revenue declined 2.1%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
4.6% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 33.3% and operating margin at 33.1%. PEG of 1.35 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SAN
The strongest argument for SAN centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 34.1% and operating margin at 43.3%.
Bear Case : ITUB
The primary concerns for ITUB are Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : SAN
The primary concerns for SAN are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 4.47 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ITUB profiles as a declining stock while SAN is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SAN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.95 — expect wider price swings.
SAN is growing revenue faster at 4.6% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
ITUB scores higher overall (74/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 33.3% 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.
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.
Banco Santander SA ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Banco Santander, SA, offers various commercial and retail banking products and services to individuals, small and medium-sized companies and large companies worldwide. The company is headquartered in Madrid, Spain.
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