Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Ltd (NTB)vsRoyal Bank of Canada (RY)
NTB
Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Ltd
$57.91
+0.59%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $2.21B
RY
Royal Bank of Canada
$194.04
-0.48%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $277.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Royal Bank of Canada generates 10619% more annual revenue ($65.72B vs $613.12M). NTB leads profitability with a 39.3% profit margin vs 33.7%. NTB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.96. NTB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
NTB
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
RY
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 39 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 42.7%
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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 45.3%
Generating 37.3B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
16.1% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.3% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 39.3% and operating margin at 42.7%.
Bull Case : RY
The strongest argument for RY centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.7% and operating margin at 45.3%. Revenue growth of 16.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : NTB
The primary concerns for NTB are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : RY
The primary concerns for RY are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NTB profiles as a value stock while RY is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
RY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.94 — expect wider price swings.
RY is growing revenue faster at 16.1% — sustainability is the question.
RY generates stronger free cash flow (37.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NTB scores higher overall (75/100 vs 70/100), backed by strong 39.3% 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.
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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