JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM)vsPeoples Bancorp Inc (PEBO)
JPM
JPMorgan Chase & Co
$343.54
+1.25%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $902.16B
PEBO
Peoples Bancorp Inc
$38.39
-0.14%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
JPMorgan Chase & Co generates 43793% more annual revenue ($190.73B vs $434.54M). JPM leads profitability with a 34.6% profit margin vs 27.2%. PEBO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.45. PEBO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
JPM
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
PEBO
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
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 42.6%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 35.7%
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 32.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
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 34.6% and operating margin at 42.6%. Revenue growth of 10.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PEBO
The strongest argument for PEBO centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.2% and operating margin at 35.7%. Revenue growth of 10.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : JPM
The primary concerns for JPM are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 3.32 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PEBO
The primary concerns for PEBO are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JPM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.01 — expect wider price swings.
PEBO is growing revenue faster at 10.8% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
PEBO scores higher overall (74/100 vs 71/100), backed by strong 27.2% margins and 10.8% 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 →Peoples Bancorp Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Peoples Bancorp Inc. is the holding company of Peoples Bank offering commercial and retail banking products and services. The company is headquartered in Marietta, Ohio.
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