HSBC Holdings PLC ADR (HSBC)vsJPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM)
HSBC
HSBC Holdings PLC ADR
$79.46
-0.60%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $274.80B
JPM
JPMorgan Chase & Co
$287.74
+0.08%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $773.75B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
JPMorgan Chase & Co generates 166% more annual revenue ($168.24B vs $63.22B). HSBC leads profitability with a 35.2% profit margin vs 33.9%. HSBC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.08. HSBC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
HSBC
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
JPM
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+68.7%
Fair Value
$280.80
Current Price
$79.46
$201.34 discount
Margin of Safety
-110.9%
Fair Value
$136.54
Current Price
$287.74
$151.20 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 55.2%
Revenue surging 58.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 2398.0% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 41.1%
Generating 368.4B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.5% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Earnings declined 3.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HSBC
The strongest argument for HSBC centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.2% and operating margin at 55.2%. Revenue growth of 58.4% 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 33.9% and operating margin at 41.1%.
Bear Case : HSBC
The primary concerns for HSBC are Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : JPM
The primary concerns for JPM are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HSBC profiles as a growth stock while JPM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
JPM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
HSBC is growing revenue faster at 58.4% — sustainability is the question.
JPM generates stronger free cash flow (368.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HSBC scores higher overall (77/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 35.2% margins and 58.4% 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.
HSBC Holdings PLC ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
HSBC Holdings plc offers banking and financial products and services globally. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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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