Wells Fargo & Company (WFC)vsWSFS Financial Corporation (WSFS)
WFC
Wells Fargo & Company
$90.29
+0.94%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $273.04B
WSFS
WSFS Financial Corporation
$79.73
-0.26%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $4.07B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Wells Fargo & Company generates 7603% more annual revenue ($83.03B vs $1.08B). WSFS leads profitability with a 29.7% profit margin vs 27.2%. WSFS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.98. WSFS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
WFC
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
WSFS
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Strong operational efficiency at 41.7%
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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%.
Bull Case : WSFS
The strongest argument for WSFS centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.7% and operating margin at 41.7%. PEG of 0.98 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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.
Bear Case : WSFS
The primary concerns for WSFS are Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score.
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
WSFS scores higher overall (77/100 vs 76/100), backed by strong 29.7% 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.
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.
WSFS Financial Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
WSFS Financial Corporation is the savings and loan holding company of the Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB, which offers various banking services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware.
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