1st Source Corporation (SRCE)vsWells Fargo & Company (WFC)
SRCE
1st Source Corporation
$86.09
+0.80%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $2.06B
WFC
Wells Fargo & Company
$82.98
+0.96%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $247.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Wells Fargo & Company generates 18668% more annual revenue ($83.03B vs $442.37M). SRCE leads profitability with a 38.6% profit margin vs 27.2%. SRCE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.37. WFC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
SRCE
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
WFC
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 39 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 54.1%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
16.0% revenue growth
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 37.4%
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 25.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SRCE
The strongest argument for SRCE centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 38.6% and operating margin at 54.1%. Revenue growth of 16.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WFC
The strongest argument for WFC centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.2% and operating margin at 37.4%. PEG of 1.41 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SRCE
The primary concerns for SRCE are Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : WFC
The primary concerns for WFC are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.55 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SRCE profiles as a growth stock while WFC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
WFC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.92 — expect wider price swings.
SRCE is growing revenue faster at 16.0% — sustainability is the question.
WFC generates stronger free cash flow (6.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WFC scores higher overall (78/100 vs 75/100), 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.
1st Source Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
1st Source Corporation is the holding company of 1st Source Bank providing commercial and consumer banking services, trust and wealth advisory services, and insurance to individual and commercial clients. The company is headquartered in South Bend, Indiana.
Visit Website →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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