Natwest Group PLC (NWG)vsRoyal Bank of Canada (RY)
NWG
Natwest Group PLC
$18.58
-2.01%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $74.96B
RY
Royal Bank of Canada
$203.83
-1.14%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $281.45B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Royal Bank of Canada generates 300% more annual revenue ($67.15B vs $16.81B). NWG leads profitability with a 37.7% profit margin vs 33.9%. NWG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.44. NWG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
NWG
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
RY
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 38 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 53.0%
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 30.0% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.4%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
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 : NWG
The strongest argument for NWG centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.7% and operating margin at 53.0%. Revenue growth of 14.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : NWG
The primary concerns for NWG are Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.74 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
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.
NWG is growing revenue faster at 14.5% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
NWG scores higher overall (72/100 vs 66/100), backed by strong 37.7% margins and 14.5% revenue growth. 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.
Natwest Group PLC
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
NatWest Group plc, provides banking and financial products and services to personal, commercial, corporate and institutional clients. The company is headquartered in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom.
Visit Website →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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