JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM)vsPJT Partners Inc (PJT)
JPM
JPMorgan Chase & Co
$339.45
+1.05%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $902.16B
PJT
PJT Partners Inc
$148.87
+4.19%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $5.84B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
JPMorgan Chase & Co generates 10015% more annual revenue ($190.73B vs $1.89B). JPM leads profitability with a 34.6% profit margin vs 10.6%. PJT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.36. PJT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
JPM
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
PJT
Strong Buy71
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
Every $100 of equity generates 68 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 21.0%
19.5% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 37.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Trading at 12.2x book value
Elevated debt levels
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 : PJT
The strongest argument for PJT centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 19.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.36 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : PJT
The primary concerns for PJT are Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JPM profiles as a mature stock while PJT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
JPM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.01 — expect wider price swings.
PJT is growing revenue faster at 19.5% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
JPM scores higher overall (71/100 vs 71/100), backed by strong 34.6% margins and 10.2% 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 →PJT Partners Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
PJT Partners Inc., an investment bank, provides a variety of shareholder, restructuring and special situations, and capital market advisory services to corporations, financial backers, institutional investors and governments worldwide. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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