Provident Financial Services Inc (PFS)vsPNC Financial Services Group Inc (PNC)
PFS
Provident Financial Services Inc
$24.46
-1.17%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $3.22B
PNC
PNC Financial Services Group Inc
$252.56
-0.08%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $101.40B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PNC Financial Services Group Inc generates 2619% more annual revenue ($24.32B vs $894.27M). PFS leads profitability with a 35.0% profit margin vs 31.4%. PFS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.61. PNC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
PFS
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
PNC
Strong Buy76
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 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 52.3%
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.8% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PFS
The strongest argument for PFS centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.0% and operating margin at 52.3%.
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 : PFS
The primary concerns for PFS are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : PNC
The primary concerns for PNC are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PFS profiles as a value stock while PNC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PNC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.90 — expect wider price swings.
PNC is growing revenue faster at 23.6% — sustainability is the question.
PNC generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PNC scores higher overall (76/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 31.4% margins and 23.6% 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.
Provident Financial Services Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Provident Financial Services, Inc. is the banking holding company for Provident Bank offering various banking products and services to individuals, families and businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in Jersey City, New Jersey.
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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