Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA (ITUB)vsShinhan Financial Group Co Ltd (SHG)
ITUB
Itau Unibanco Banco Holding SA
$8.44
-0.24%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $91.48B
SHG
Shinhan Financial Group Co Ltd
$82.76
+0.57%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $38.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shinhan Financial Group Co Ltd generates 14207% more annual revenue ($20.56T vs $143.71B). ITUB leads profitability with a 32.6% profit margin vs 26.2%. ITUB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.26. ITUB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
ITUB
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
SHG
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 44.8%
Generating 1.1T in free cash flow
Keeps 26 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 22.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
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 32.6% and operating margin at 39.1%. Revenue growth of 17.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SHG
The strongest argument for SHG centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.2% and operating margin at 44.8%.
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 : SHG
The primary concerns for SHG are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.60 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ITUB profiles as a growth stock while SHG is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
SHG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.65 — expect wider price swings.
ITUB is growing revenue faster at 17.5% — sustainability is the question.
SHG generates stronger free cash flow (1.1T), providing more financial flexibility.
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.
Shinhan Financial Group Co Ltd
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · China
Shinhan Financial Group Co., Ltd. provides financial products and services in South Korea and internationally. The company is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea.
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