JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM)vsBanco Santander SA ADR (SAN)
JPM
JPMorgan Chase & Co
$286.56
-0.49%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $772.86B
SAN
Banco Santander SA ADR
$10.53
-3.75%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $159.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
JPMorgan Chase & Co generates 259% more annual revenue ($168.24B vs $46.84B). JPM leads profitability with a 33.9% profit margin vs 30.1%. JPM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.62. SAN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
JPM
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
SAN
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-111.5%
Fair Value
$135.46
Current Price
$286.56
$151.10 premium
Margin of Safety
+72.2%
Fair Value
$44.93
Current Price
$10.53
$34.40 discount
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 41.1%
Generating 368.4B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 43.7%
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 25.3% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.5% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Earnings declined 3.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 6.4%
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 33.9% and operating margin at 41.1%.
Bull Case : SAN
The strongest argument for SAN centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.1% and operating margin at 43.7%.
Bear Case : JPM
The primary concerns for JPM are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : SAN
The primary concerns for SAN are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 4.47 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JPM profiles as a value stock while SAN is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
JPM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
JPM is growing revenue faster at 2.5% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
JPM scores higher overall (63/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 33.9% margins. SAN offers better value entry with a 72.2% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
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 →Banco Santander SA ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Banco Santander, SA, offers various commercial and retail banking products and services to individuals, small and medium-sized companies and large companies worldwide. The company is headquartered in Madrid, Spain.
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