Goldman Sachs Group Inc (GS)vsSun Life Financial Inc. (SLF)
GS
Goldman Sachs Group Inc
$936.48
+1.15%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $276.27B
SLF
Sun Life Financial Inc.
$69.51
-4.91%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $38.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Goldman Sachs Group Inc generates 76% more annual revenue ($61.53B vs $34.88B). GS leads profitability with a 29.4% profit margin vs 10.2%. SLF appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.18. GS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
GS
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
SLF
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 38.6%
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 24.2% YoY
Earnings expanding 240.9% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 5.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
4.7% revenue growth
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GS
The strongest argument for GS centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.4% and operating margin at 38.6%. Revenue growth of 14.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SLF
The strongest argument for SLF centers on EPS Growth, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 1.18 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GS
The primary concerns for GS are Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : SLF
The primary concerns for SLF are Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GS profiles as a mature stock while SLF is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.27 — expect wider price swings.
GS is growing revenue faster at 14.5% — sustainability is the question.
SLF generates stronger free cash flow (5.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GS scores higher overall (75/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 29.4% margins and 14.5% 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.
Goldman Sachs Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., is an American multinational investment bank and financial services company headquartered in New York City. It offers services in investment management, securities, asset management, prime brokerage, and securities underwriting. It also provides investment banking to institutional investors.
Sun Life Financial Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Sun Life Financial Inc., a financial services company, provides insurance, wealth and asset management solutions to individuals and corporate clients around the world. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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