Plumas Bancorp (PLBC)vsU.S. Bancorp (USB)
PLBC
Plumas Bancorp
$62.72
+0.38%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $440.09M
USB
U.S. Bancorp
$62.84
+0.69%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $97.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
U.S. Bancorp generates 25461% more annual revenue ($27.32B vs $106.88M). PLBC leads profitability with a 33.5% profit margin vs 29.9%. PLBC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.49. PLBC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (B+).
PLBC
Strong Buy80
out of 100
Grade: B+
USB
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 48.5%
Revenue surging 43.1% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 34.3% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 39.7%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 21.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PLBC
The strongest argument for PLBC centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.5% and operating margin at 48.5%. Revenue growth of 43.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : USB
The strongest argument for USB centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.9% and operating margin at 39.7%. Revenue growth of 10.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PLBC
The primary concerns for PLBC are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : USB
The primary concerns for USB are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PLBC profiles as a growth stock while USB is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
USB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
PLBC is growing revenue faster at 43.1% — sustainability is the question.
USB generates stronger free cash flow (4.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PLBC scores higher overall (80/100 vs 77/100), backed by strong 33.5% margins and 43.1% 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.
Plumas Bancorp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Plumas Bancorp is the banking holding company for Plumas Bank offering various banking products and services to small and medium-sized businesses and individuals in Northeast California and Northwest Nevada. The company is headquartered in Reno, Nevada.
Visit Website →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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