Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Ltd (NTB)vsRoyal Bank of Canada (RY)
NTB
Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Ltd
$60.24
+0.32%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $2.35B
RY
Royal Bank of Canada
$205.90
-0.04%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $291.55B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Royal Bank of Canada generates 10641% more annual revenue ($67.15B vs $625.16M). NTB leads profitability with a 37.5% profit margin vs 33.9%. NTB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.96. NTB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
NTB
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
RY
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 38 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 32.1%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.4%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 7.2%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NTB
The strongest argument for NTB centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.5% and operating margin at 32.1%.
Bull Case : RY
The strongest argument for RY centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.9% and operating margin at 46.4%.
Bear Case : NTB
The primary concerns for NTB are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : RY
The primary concerns for RY are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.88 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.92 — expect wider price swings.
RY is growing revenue faster at 8.9% — sustainability is the question.
NTB generates stronger free cash flow (54M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
NTB scores higher overall (67/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 37.5% 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.
Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Ltd
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
The Bank of NT Butterfield & Son Limited offers a variety of community, commercial and private banking services to individuals and small and medium-sized businesses. The company is headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda.
Royal Bank of Canada
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Royal Bank of Canada is a globally diversified financial services company. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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