Kearny Financial Corp (KRNY)vsWells Fargo & Company (WFC)
KRNY
Kearny Financial Corp
$8.04
-0.37%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $511.87M
WFC
Wells Fargo & Company
$82.23
+0.88%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $249.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Wells Fargo & Company generates 47670% more annual revenue ($81.14B vs $169.84M). WFC leads profitability with a 26.7% profit margin vs 21.1%. WFC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.45. WFC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
KRNY
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
WFC
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 31.0%
Earnings expanding 50.5% YoY
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
17.5% revenue growth
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 29.4%
Generating 4.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.8% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KRNY
The strongest argument for KRNY centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.1% and operating margin at 31.0%. Revenue growth of 17.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WFC
The strongest argument for WFC centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.7% and operating margin at 29.4%. PEG of 1.45 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : KRNY
The primary concerns for KRNY are Market Cap, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 2.63 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : WFC
The primary concerns for WFC are Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KRNY profiles as a growth stock while WFC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
WFC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
KRNY is growing revenue faster at 17.5% — sustainability is the question.
WFC generates stronger free cash flow (4.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WFC scores higher overall (74/100 vs 69/100), backed by strong 26.7% 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.
Kearny Financial Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Kearny Financial Corp. The company is headquartered in Fairfield, New Jersey.
Visit Website →Wells Fargo & Company
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Wells Fargo & Company is an American multinational financial services company with corporate headquarters in San Francisco, California, operational headquarters in Manhattan, and managerial offices throughout the United States and overseas.
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