JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM)vsSouthside Bancshares, Inc. (SBSI)
JPM
JPMorgan Chase & Co
$313.23
+1.29%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $828.64B
SBSI
Southside Bancshares, Inc.
$33.03
+1.32%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $990.16M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
JPMorgan Chase & Co generates 74075% more annual revenue ($173.56B vs $233.99M). JPM leads profitability with a 33.9% profit margin vs 29.6%. JPM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.65. JPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
JPM
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
SBSI
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 41.5%
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 3.7%
Earnings declined 1.2%
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 : SBSI
The strongest argument for SBSI centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.6% and operating margin at 41.5%.
Bear Case : JPM
The primary concerns for JPM are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SBSI
The primary concerns for SBSI are Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JPM profiles as a mature stock while SBSI is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
JPM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.04 — expect wider price swings.
JPM is growing revenue faster at 12.7% — sustainability is the question.
JPM generates stronger free cash flow (368.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JPM scores higher overall (73/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 33.9% margins and 12.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" 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 →Southside Bancshares, Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Southside Bancshares, Inc. is the banking holding company for Southside Bank providing a range of financial services to individuals, businesses, municipal entities, and non-profit organizations. The company is headquartered in Tyler, Texas.
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