Bank of America Corp (BAC)vsJPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM)
BAC
Bank of America Corp
$50.01
-2.21%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $345.08B
JPM
JPMorgan Chase & Co
$337.04
-1.90%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $895.04B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
JPMorgan Chase & Co generates 66% more annual revenue ($190.73B vs $114.87B). JPM leads profitability with a 34.6% profit margin vs 28.1%. BAC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.91. JPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
BAC
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
JPM
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 31.3%
Generating 29.0B in free cash flow
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 42.6%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Earnings declined 14.3%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BAC
The strongest argument for BAC centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.1% and operating margin at 31.3%. PEG of 0.91 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 34.6% and operating margin at 42.6%. Revenue growth of 10.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BAC
The primary concerns for BAC are Debt/Equity, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : JPM
The primary concerns for JPM are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 3.32 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BAC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.21 — expect wider price swings.
JPM is growing revenue faster at 10.2% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
JPM scores higher overall (73/100 vs 72/100), backed by strong 34.6% margins and 10.2% revenue growth. 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.
Bank of America Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
The Bank of America Corporation is an American multinational investment bank and financial services holding company headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. Founded in San Francisco, Bank of America was formed through NationsBank's acquisition of BankAmerica in 1998. It is the second largest banking institution in the United States, after JPMorgan Chase, and the eighth largest bank in the world. Bank of America is one of the Big Four banking institutions of the United States. It services approximately 10 percent of all American bank deposits, in direct competition with JPMorgan Chase, Citigroup and Wells Fargo. Its primary financial services revolve around commercial banking, wealth management, and investment banking.
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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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