Stewart Information Services Corp (STC)vsWells Fargo & Company (WFC)
STC
Stewart Information Services Corp
$69.73
-0.13%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $2.12B
WFC
Wells Fargo & Company
$75.64
-3.88%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $242.24B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Wells Fargo & Company generates 2521% more annual revenue ($81.14B vs $3.10B). WFC leads profitability with a 26.7% profit margin vs 4.2%. WFC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.43. WFC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
STC
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
WFC
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 400.0% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 27.7% year-over-year
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 29.4%
Generating 9.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
4.2% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.0%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : STC
The strongest argument for STC centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, P/E Ratio. Revenue growth of 27.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WFC
The strongest argument for WFC centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.7% and operating margin at 29.4%. PEG of 1.43 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : STC
The primary concerns for STC are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 4.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : WFC
The primary concerns for WFC are Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
STC profiles as a growth stock while WFC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
STC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.04 — expect wider price swings.
STC is growing revenue faster at 27.7% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
WFC scores higher overall (74/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 26.7% margins. 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.
Stewart Information Services Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
Stewart Information Services Corporation offers title insurance and real estate transaction services. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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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