Renasant Corporation (RNST)vsRoyal Bank of Canada (RY)
RNST
Renasant Corporation
$40.77
+0.59%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $3.70B
RY
Royal Bank of Canada
$205.90
-0.04%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $291.55B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Royal Bank of Canada generates 6220% more annual revenue ($67.15B vs $1.06B). RY leads profitability with a 33.9% profit margin vs 29.6%. RNST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.79. RNST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 82/100 (A-).
RNST
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
RY
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
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 43.5%
Revenue surging 45.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 9300.0% YoY
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.4%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 5.9% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : RNST
The strongest argument for RNST centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.6% and operating margin at 43.5%. Revenue growth of 45.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : RY
The strongest argument for RY centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.9% and operating margin at 46.4%.
Bear Case : RNST
The primary concerns for RNST are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : RY
The primary concerns for RY are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.88 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RNST profiles as a growth stock while RY is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
RNST carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
RNST is growing revenue faster at 45.3% — sustainability is the question.
RNST generates stronger free cash flow (76M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RNST scores higher overall (82/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 29.6% margins and 45.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Renasant Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Renasant Corporation is a bank holding company for Renasant Bank, providing a variety of financial, wealth management, trust and insurance services to retail and commercial clients. The company is headquartered in Tupelo, Mississippi.
Visit Website →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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