Popular [BPOP] vs Western Alliance [WAL] Detailed Stock Comparison
Popular
NASDAQ
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Western Alliance
NYSE
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 18 vital metrics comparison: Popular wins in 9 metrics, Western Alliance wins in 8 metrics, with 0 ties. Popular appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Popular | Western Alliance | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 11.16 | 10.40 | Western Alliance |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 1.32 | 1.27 | Western Alliance |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 0.24 | 0.96 | Popular |
| PEG Ratio | 11.52 | 8.81 | Western Alliance |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 25.76% | 27.12% | Western Alliance |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 35.15% | 40.78% | Western Alliance |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 35.15% | 40.78% | Western Alliance |
| Return on Equity | 12.73% | 12.42% | Popular |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 0.97% | 1.02% | Western Alliance |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $461.31M | $-2.83B | Popular |
| Dividend Yield | N/A | 1.56% | N/A |
| 1-Year Return | 19.22% | -1.45% | Popular |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 2.79 | 2.80 | Popular |
| Enterprise Value | $8.82B | $12.92B | Western Alliance |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 3.15 | 4.14 | Popular |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $40 | $29 | Popular |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $10.30 | $7.61 | Popular |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 0.67 | 1.32 | Popular |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
Popular vs Western Alliance Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Popular | 2.29% | 1.59% | 1.52% | 13.17% | 14.39% | 26.43% |
| Western Alliance | 6.78% | 4.95% | -2.98% | 4.42% | -3.87% | -0.24% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Popular | 19.22% | 41.93% | 217.69% | 297.49% | 358.05% | -56.00% |
| Western Alliance | -1.45% | -6.60% | 118.97% | 151.38% | 1,082.44% | 169.39% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Popular vs Western Alliance
| Metric | BPOP | WAL |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $7.81B | $8.74B |
| Market Cap Category | Mid cap | Mid cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 383,120 | 860,770 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 483,680 | 1,099,650 |
| Last Close | $117.26 | $82.70 |
| 52 Week Range | $78.23 - $118.54 | $57.05 - $98.10 |
| % from 52W High | -1.08% | -15.70% |
| All-Time High | $290.00 (Dec 27, 2004) | $124.93 (Jan 10, 2022) |
| % from All-Time High | -59.57% | -33.80% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.09% | 0.10% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.18% | 0.19% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.26% | 0.27% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.35% | 0.41% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.13% | 0.12% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 0.24 | 0.96 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $87.31 | $62.57 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $6.33 | $29.45 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $721.82M | $-3,701,400,064 |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $612.80M | $774.90M |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | 1.56% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | $1.13 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Popular vs Western Alliance
| Metric | BPOP | WAL |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 11.16 | 10.40 |
| Forward P/E | 11.52 | 8.81 |
| PEG Ratio | 11.52 | 8.81 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 2.79 | 2.80 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 1.32 | 1.27 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $7.81B | $8.74B |
| Enterprise Value | $8.82B | $12.92B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 3.15 | 4.14 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | N/A | N/A |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 0.67 | 1.32 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $87.31 | $62.57 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Popular vs Western Alliance
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | BPOP | WAL |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $719.88M | $778.00M |
| Cost of Goods Sold | N/A | N/A |
| Gross Profit | N/A | N/A |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | N/A | N/A |
| EBITDA | N/A | N/A |
| Pre-Tax Income | $222.57M | $246.40M |
| Income Tax | $45.06M | $47.30M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $177.50M | $199.10M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | BPOP | WAL |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $6.58B | $3.28B |
| Total Current Assets | N/A | N/A |
| Total Current Liabilities | N/A | N/A |
| Long-Term Debt | $959.01M | $2.67B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $5.80B | $7.22B |
| Retained Earnings | $4.70B | $4.98B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $737.59M | $486.00M |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | BPOP | WAL |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $186.90M | $-1.64B |
| Capital Expenditures | $-51.33M | $-16.60M |
| Free Cash Flow | $120.53M | $-1.67B |
| Debt Repayment | $-64.43M | $-2.01B |
| Common Stock Repurchase | $-125.34M | N/A |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | BPOP | WAL |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 1.14M | 4.44M |
| Short Ratio | 2.08 | 5.04 |
| Short % of Float | 0.02% | 0.04% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 383,120 | 860,770 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 483,680 | 1,099,650 |
| Shares Outstanding | 70.14M | 110.05M |
| Float Shares | 66.00M | 103.16M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.02% | 0.03% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.92% | 0.90% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Popular vs Western Alliance
| Metric | BPOP | WAL |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | $1.13 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | 1.56% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | N/A | $1.35 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | N/A | 0.61% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | N/A | $4.04 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | N/A | Feb 14, 2025 |