Peoples Fin (PFIS)vsPNC Financial Services Group Inc (PNC)
PFIS
Peoples Fin
$67.36
-2.04%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $674.30M
PNC
PNC Financial Services Group Inc
$221.65
+0.28%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $89.38B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PNC Financial Services Group Inc generates 12651% more annual revenue ($24.32B vs $190.72M). PNC leads profitability with a 31.4% profit margin vs 29.8%. PFIS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.31. PNC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
PFIS
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
PNC
Strong Buy79
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
Strong operational efficiency at 42.1%
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Keeps 31 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 38.7%
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 23.6% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
0.7% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Earnings declined 12.0%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PFIS
The strongest argument for PFIS centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.8% and operating margin at 42.1%. PEG of 1.31 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PNC
The strongest argument for PNC centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.4% and operating margin at 38.7%. Revenue growth of 23.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PFIS
The primary concerns for PFIS are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : PNC
The primary concerns for PNC are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PFIS profiles as a value stock while PNC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PNC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.89 — expect wider price swings.
PNC is growing revenue faster at 23.6% — sustainability is the question.
PNC generates stronger free cash flow (2.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PNC scores higher overall (79/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 31.4% margins and 23.6% revenue growth. 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.
Peoples Fin
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Peoples Financial Services Corp. The company is headquartered in Scranton, Pennsylvania.
PNC Financial Services Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (stylized as PNC) is a bank holding company and financial services corporation based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Its banking subsidiary, PNC Bank, operates in 21 states and the District of Columbia with 2,296 branches and 9,051 ATMs. The company also provides financial services such as asset management, wealth management, estate planning, loan servicing, and information processing.
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