MasTec Inc (MTZ)vsU.S. Bancorp (USB)
MTZ
MasTec Inc
$433.28
-0.97%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $32.90B
USB
U.S. Bancorp
$56.16
+1.01%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $87.55B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
U.S. Bancorp generates 74% more annual revenue ($26.65B vs $15.28B). USB leads profitability with a 29.3% profit margin vs 3.0%. USB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.92. USB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
MTZ
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
USB
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-38.8%
Fair Value
$190.97
Current Price
$433.28
$242.31 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for USB.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 34.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 508.0% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 37.8%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Trading at 10.4x book value
3.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.6% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MTZ
The strongest argument for MTZ centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 34.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : USB
The strongest argument for USB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.3% and operating margin at 37.8%.
Bear Case : MTZ
The primary concerns for MTZ are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 82.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : USB
The primary concerns for USB are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MTZ profiles as a hypergrowth stock while USB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MTZ carries more volatility with a beta of 1.80 — expect wider price swings.
MTZ is growing revenue faster at 34.5% — sustainability is the question.
USB generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
USB scores higher overall (71/100 vs 58/100), backed by strong 29.3% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "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.
MasTec Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
MasTec, Inc., an infrastructure construction company, provides engineering, construction, installation, maintenance, and upgrade services for communications, energy, utilities, and other infrastructure primarily in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Coral Gables, Florida.
Visit Website →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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