Ares Management LP (ARES)vsJPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM)
ARES
Ares Management LP
$130.46
-4.07%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $44.50B
JPM
JPMorgan Chase & Co
$331.48
+0.80%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $855.84B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
JPMorgan Chase & Co generates 2837% more annual revenue ($173.56B vs $5.91B). JPM leads profitability with a 33.9% profit margin vs 10.5%. ARES appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.10. JPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
ARES
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
JPM
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 771.0% YoY
Revenue surging 28.3% year-over-year
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 43.7%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Trading at 11.5x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ARES
The strongest argument for ARES centers on EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 28.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.10 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : JPM
The strongest argument for JPM centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.9% and operating margin at 43.7%. Revenue growth of 12.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ARES
The primary concerns for ARES are Price/Book, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 62.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 3.51 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : JPM
The primary concerns for JPM are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 3.39 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ARES profiles as a growth stock while JPM is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ARES carries more volatility with a beta of 1.52 — expect wider price swings.
ARES is growing revenue faster at 28.3% — sustainability is the question.
ARES generates stronger free cash flow (391M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JPM scores higher overall (73/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 33.9% margins and 12.7% revenue growth. 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.
Ares Management LP
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Ares Management Corporation is an alternative asset manager in the United States, Europe, and Asia.
JPMorgan Chase & Co
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an American multinational investment bank and financial services holding company headquartered in New York City. JPMorgan Chase is incorporated in Delaware. As a Bulge Bracket bank, it is a major provider of various investment banking and financial services. It is one of America's Big Four banks, along with Bank of America, Citigroup, and Wells Fargo. JPMorgan Chase is considered to be a universal bank and a custodian bank. The J.P. Morgan brand is used by the investment banking, asset management, private banking, private wealth management, and treasury services divisions.
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