Oak Valley Bancorp (OVLY)vsU.S. Bancorp (USB)
OVLY
Oak Valley Bancorp
$34.48
+0.76%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $286.96M
USB
U.S. Bancorp
$59.60
+1.75%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $91.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
U.S. Bancorp generates 33318% more annual revenue ($27.89B vs $83.45M). USB leads profitability with a 30.0% profit margin vs 27.8%. USB trades at a lower P/E of 11.4x. USB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
OVLY
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
USB
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 37.9%
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.1%
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 4.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
1.8% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 4.9%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : OVLY
The strongest argument for OVLY centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.8% and operating margin at 37.9%.
Bull Case : USB
The strongest argument for USB centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.0% and operating margin at 40.1%.
Bear Case : OVLY
The primary concerns for OVLY are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : USB
The primary concerns for USB are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OVLY profiles as a value stock while USB is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
USB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
USB is growing revenue faster at 8.4% — sustainability is the question.
USB generates stronger free cash flow (4.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
USB scores higher overall (73/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 30.0% 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.
Oak Valley Bancorp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Oak Valley Bancorp is the banking holding company for Oak Valley Community Bank providing a range of commercial banking services to individuals and small and medium-sized businesses in Oakdale, California and surrounding areas. The company is headquartered in Oakdale, California.
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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