LendingClub Corp (LC)vsU.S. Bancorp (USB)
LC
LendingClub Corp
$19.21
0.00%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $2.22B
USB
U.S. Bancorp
$59.60
+1.75%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $91.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
U.S. Bancorp generates 1932% more annual revenue ($27.89B vs $1.37B). USB leads profitability with a 30.0% profit margin vs 12.8%. USB trades at a lower P/E of 11.4x. USB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
LC
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
USB
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 340.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 20.0%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.1%
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 4.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LC
The strongest argument for LC centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 12.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : USB
The strongest argument for USB centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.0% and operating margin at 40.1%.
Bear Case : LC
The primary concerns for LC are Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : USB
The primary concerns for USB are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LC profiles as a value stock while USB is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
LC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.97 — expect wider price swings.
LC is growing revenue faster at 12.5% — sustainability is the question.
USB generates stronger free cash flow (4.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
USB scores higher overall (73/100 vs 68/100), backed by strong 30.0% 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.
LendingClub Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
LendingClub Corporation, is a banking holding company for LendingClub Bank, a National Association that offers a range of financial products and services through a technology-driven platform in the United States. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
U.S. Bancorp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
U.S. Bancorp is an American bank holding company based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and incorporated in Delaware. The company provides banking, investment, mortgage, trust, and payment services products to individuals, businesses, governmental entities, and other financial institutions.
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