.September 15, 2024 at 07:00 AM

M&T Bank Corporation and its peers, including Moody’s Corporation, were analyzed based on their ROIC and WACC. M&T Bank’s ROIC of 5.52% compared to its WACC of 10.43% indicates it generates less in returns than it costs to raise capital. In contrast, Moody’s Corporation showcases a significantly higher efficiency with an ROIC of 18.99% and a WACC of 8.99%. While some banks have achieved a positive ROIC/WACC ratio, M&T Bank lags behind in financial efficiency and capital allocation, highlighting the competitive challenges it faces in the banking sector.