JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM)vsNorthern Trust Corporation (NTRS)
JPM
JPMorgan Chase & Co
$313.23
+1.29%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $828.64B
NTRS
Northern Trust Corporation
$166.34
+0.92%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $30.93B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
JPMorgan Chase & Co generates 1975% more annual revenue ($173.56B vs $8.36B). JPM leads profitability with a 33.9% profit margin vs 22.4%. NTRS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.39. NTRS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
JPM
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
NTRS
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 43.0%
Generating 368.4B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 31.7%
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 42.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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 43.0%. Revenue growth of 12.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NTRS
The strongest argument for NTRS centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.4% and operating margin at 31.7%. Revenue growth of 13.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : JPM
The primary concerns for JPM are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : NTRS
The primary concerns for NTRS are Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NTRS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
NTRS is growing revenue faster at 13.9% — sustainability is the question.
JPM generates stronger free cash flow (368.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
NTRS scores higher overall (78/100 vs 73/100), backed by strong 22.4% margins and 13.9% 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.
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.
Visit Website →Northern Trust Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Northern Trust Corporation is a financial services company headquartered in Chicago, Illinois that caters to corporations, institutional investors, and ultra high net worth individuals.
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