Virtu Financial, Inc. (VIRT)vsWells Fargo & Company (WFC)
VIRT
Virtu Financial, Inc.
$54.21
-2.22%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $4.86B
WFC
Wells Fargo & Company
$84.81
+1.36%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $251.75B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Wells Fargo & Company generates 2447% more annual revenue ($83.11B vs $3.26B). WFC leads profitability with a 27.6% profit margin vs 16.9%. VIRT trades at a lower P/E of 9.1x. WFC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
VIRT
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
WFC
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 36.3%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 29.1% year-over-year
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 34.1%
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 6.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Earnings declined 1.2%
Distress zone — elevated risk
0.4% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : VIRT
The strongest argument for VIRT centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.9% and operating margin at 36.3%. Revenue growth of 29.1% 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 27.6% and operating margin at 34.1%. PEG of 1.39 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : VIRT
The primary concerns for VIRT are Debt/Equity, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : WFC
The primary concerns for WFC are Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VIRT profiles as a growth stock while WFC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
WFC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.95 — expect wider price swings.
VIRT is growing revenue faster at 29.1% — sustainability is the question.
WFC generates stronger free cash flow (6.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WFC scores higher overall (74/100 vs 66/100), backed by strong 27.6% 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.
Virtu Financial, Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Virtu Financial, Inc., a financial services company, provides data, analytics and connectivity products and execution services to clients around the world. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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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