Royal Bank of Canada (RY)vsT. Rowe Price Group Inc (TROW)
RY
Royal Bank of Canada
$205.90
-0.04%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $291.55B
TROW
T. Rowe Price Group Inc
$106.29
-1.17%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $23.34B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Royal Bank of Canada generates 784% more annual revenue ($67.15B vs $7.59B). RY leads profitability with a 33.9% profit margin vs 29.3%. RY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.35. TROW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
RY
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
TROW
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 20 in profit
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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%.
Bull Case : TROW
The strongest argument for TROW centers on P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.3% and operating margin at 28.7%. Revenue growth of 10.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
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.
Bear Case : TROW
The primary concerns for TROW are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TROW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.48 — expect wider price swings.
TROW is growing revenue faster at 10.7% — sustainability is the question.
TROW generates stronger free cash flow (326M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
TROW scores higher overall (72/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 29.3% margins and 10.7% 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.
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.
T. Rowe Price Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
T. Rowe Price Group, Inc. is an American publicly owned global investment management firm that offers funds, advisory services, account management, and retirement plans and services for individuals, institutions, and financial intermediaries.
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