Royal Bank of Canada (RY)vsWaFd, Inc. (WAFD)
RY
Royal Bank of Canada
$202.64
-0.44%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $282.66B
WAFD
WaFd, Inc.
$29.27
-0.34%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $2.17B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Royal Bank of Canada generates 8551% more annual revenue ($67.15B vs $776.20M). RY leads profitability with a 33.9% profit margin vs 33.0%. WAFD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.85. WAFD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
RY
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
WAFD
Strong Buy70
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%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.2%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
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 : WAFD
The strongest argument for WAFD centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.0% and operating margin at 45.2%.
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 : WAFD
The primary concerns for WAFD are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.92 — expect wider price swings.
RY is growing revenue faster at 8.9% — sustainability is the question.
WAFD generates stronger free cash flow (63M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
WAFD scores higher overall (70/100 vs 69/100), backed by strong 33.0% margins. 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.
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.
WaFd, Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Washington Federal, Inc. is the banking holding company for Washington Federal Bank, a National Association that provides loans, deposits, insurance, and other banking services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.
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