Brookfield Asset Management Ltd. (BAM)vsJPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM)
BAM
Brookfield Asset Management Ltd.
$52.46
+0.93%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $77.08B
JPM
JPMorgan Chase & Co
$334.51
-0.84%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $895.04B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
JPMorgan Chase & Co generates 3225% more annual revenue ($190.73B vs $5.74B). BAM leads profitability with a 48.9% profit margin vs 34.6%. BAM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.86. BAM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
BAM
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
JPM
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Keeps 49 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 68.7%
Revenue surging 60.8% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 42.6%
Generating 33.2B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 11.2x book value
Grey zone — moderate risk
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BAM
The strongest argument for BAM centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 48.9% and operating margin at 68.7%. Revenue growth of 60.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : BAM
The primary concerns for BAM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, 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
BAM profiles as a growth stock while JPM is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
BAM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.32 — expect wider price swings.
BAM is growing revenue faster at 60.8% — sustainability is the question.
JPM generates stronger free cash flow (33.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BAM scores higher overall (79/100 vs 73/100), backed by strong 48.9% margins and 60.8% 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.
Brookfield Asset Management Ltd.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Brookfield Asset Management is a leading global alternative asset manager and one of the largest investors in real assets.
Visit Website →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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