Mizuho Financial Group Inc. (MFG)vsQCR Holdings Inc (QCRH)
MFG
Mizuho Financial Group Inc.
$11.07
+4.83%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $132.41B
QCRH
QCR Holdings Inc
$100.92
+0.50%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.63B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mizuho Financial Group Inc. generates 1249752% more annual revenue ($4.74T vs $379.24M). QCRH leads profitability with a 37.4% profit margin vs 29.1%. QCRH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.02. MFG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 82/100 (A-).
MFG
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
QCRH
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 46.7%
Revenue surging 35.0% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 37 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.3%
15.6% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 28.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MFG
The strongest argument for MFG centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.1% and operating margin at 46.7%. Revenue growth of 35.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : QCRH
The strongest argument for QCRH centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.4% and operating margin at 45.3%. Revenue growth of 15.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MFG
The primary concerns for MFG are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 5.91 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : QCRH
The primary concerns for QCRH are Market Cap, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
QCRH carries more volatility with a beta of 0.74 — expect wider price swings.
MFG is growing revenue faster at 35.0% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
MFG scores higher overall (82/100 vs 73/100), backed by strong 29.1% margins and 35.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Mizuho Financial Group Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. engages in banking, trusts, securities and other businesses related to financial services in Japan, America, Europe, Asia / Oceania and internationally. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
QCR Holdings Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
QCR Holdings, Inc., a multi-bank holding company, provides consumer and commercial banking services, trust and asset management services. The company is headquartered in Moline, Illinois.
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