Rand Capital Corp (RAND)vsRoyal Bank of Canada (RY)
RAND
Rand Capital Corp
$11.08
+3.45%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $32.33M
RY
Royal Bank of Canada
$179.97
+2.71%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $250.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Royal Bank of Canada generates 979436% more annual revenue ($63.42B vs $6.47M). RY leads profitability with a 33.1% profit margin vs -124.2%. RY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.30. RY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
RAND
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
RY
Strong Buy68
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 50.2%
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.2%
Generating 37.3B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -13.7% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 39.9%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : RAND
The strongest argument for RAND centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : RY
The strongest argument for RY centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.1% and operating margin at 46.2%.
Bear Case : RAND
The primary concerns for RAND are Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : RY
The primary concerns for RY are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RAND profiles as a turnaround stock while RY is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
RY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.92 — expect wider price swings.
RY is growing revenue faster at 7.5% — sustainability is the question.
RY generates stronger free cash flow (37.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RY scores higher overall (68/100 vs 33/100), backed by strong 33.1% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Rand Capital Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Rand Capital Corp is a publicly-traded investment firm focused on providing growth capital to lower middle-market companies across a variety of sectors, including healthcare, technology, and consumer products. By leveraging a strategic investment approach that encompasses both equity and debt financing, the firm aims to generate robust long-term returns for its shareholders. With an actively managed portfolio and a strong emphasis on operational expertise, Rand Capital not only supports the growth of its investments but also adheres to sustainable business practices, positioning itself to capitalize on emerging opportunities in an evolving economic landscape.
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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