Horizon Bancorp (HBNC)vsJPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM)
HBNC
Horizon Bancorp
$20.67
-0.19%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.03B
JPM
JPMorgan Chase & Co
$350.99
+1.82%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $900.78B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
JPMorgan Chase & Co generates -1504565% more annual revenue ($186.33B vs $-12.38M). JPM leads profitability with a 34.9% profit margin vs 0.0%. HBNC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.80. JPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 81/100 (A-).
HBNC
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
JPM
Exceptional Buy81
out of 100
Grade: A-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 43.5%
Growing faster than its price suggests
16.9% revenue growth
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 50.4%
Revenue surging 30.4% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
3.7% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HBNC
The strongest argument for HBNC centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 16.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.80 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 34.9% and operating margin at 50.4%. Revenue growth of 30.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HBNC
The primary concerns for HBNC are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : JPM
The primary concerns for JPM are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 3.30 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JPM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
JPM is growing revenue faster at 30.4% — sustainability is the question.
HBNC generates stronger free cash flow (21M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
JPM scores higher overall (81/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 34.9% margins and 30.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Horizon Bancorp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Horizon Bancorp, Inc. is the banking holding company for Horizon Bank providing a range of commercial and retail banking services. The company is headquartered in Michigan City, Indiana.
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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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