Southern Missouri Bancorp Inc (SMBC)vsWells Fargo & Company (WFC)
SMBC
Southern Missouri Bancorp Inc
$73.26
+0.04%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $816.69M
WFC
Wells Fargo & Company
$90.29
+0.94%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $273.04B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Wells Fargo & Company generates 44602% more annual revenue ($83.03B vs $185.73M). SMBC leads profitability with a 36.3% profit margin vs 27.2%. SMBC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.07. WFC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
SMBC
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
WFC
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 49.9%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 31.7% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 37.4%
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 25.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SMBC
The strongest argument for SMBC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 36.3% and operating margin at 49.9%. PEG of 1.07 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WFC
The strongest argument for WFC centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.2% and operating margin at 37.4%.
Bear Case : SMBC
The primary concerns for SMBC are Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : WFC
The primary concerns for WFC are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.55 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WFC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.92 — expect wider price swings.
WFC is growing revenue faster at 9.5% — sustainability is the question.
WFC generates stronger free cash flow (6.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
WFC scores higher overall (76/100 vs 72/100), backed by strong 27.2% 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.
Southern Missouri Bancorp Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Southern Missouri Bancorp, Inc. is the banking holding company for Southern Bank providing banking and financial services to individual and corporate clients in the United States. The company is headquartered in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.
Wells Fargo & Company
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Wells Fargo & Company is an American multinational financial services company with corporate headquarters in San Francisco, California, operational headquarters in Manhattan, and managerial offices throughout the United States and overseas.
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