Jabil Circuit Inc (JBL)vsRoyal Bank of Canada (RY)
JBL
Jabil Circuit Inc
$355.15
+1.59%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $36.88B
RY
Royal Bank of Canada
$181.68
+0.18%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $252.56B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Royal Bank of Canada generates 94% more annual revenue ($63.42B vs $32.67B). RY leads profitability with a 33.1% profit margin vs 2.5%. JBL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.82. RY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
JBL
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
RY
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+7.4%
Fair Value
$282.03
Current Price
$355.15
$73.12 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for RY.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 60 in profit
Earnings expanding 96.2% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 23.1% year-over-year
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.2%
Generating 37.3B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
2.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.7%
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : JBL
The strongest argument for JBL centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 23.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.82 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : RY
The strongest argument for RY centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.1% and operating margin at 46.2%.
Bear Case : JBL
The primary concerns for JBL are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 47.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : RY
The primary concerns for RY are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JBL profiles as a growth stock while RY is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
JBL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.29 — expect wider price swings.
JBL is growing revenue faster at 23.1% — sustainability is the question.
RY generates stronger free cash flow (37.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JBL scores higher overall (68/100 vs 68/100) and 23.1% 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.
Jabil Circuit Inc
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Jabil Inc. provides global manufacturing solutions and services. The company is headquartered in Saint Petersburg, Florida.
Visit Website →Royal Bank of Canada
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Royal Bank of Canada is a globally diversified financial services company. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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