JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM)vsStarbucks Corporation (SBUX)
JPM
JPMorgan Chase & Co
$295.42
+1.03%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $796.76B
SBUX
Starbucks Corporation
$92.70
+0.78%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $104.79B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
JPMorgan Chase & Co generates 346% more annual revenue ($168.24B vs $37.70B). JPM leads profitability with a 33.9% profit margin vs 3.6%. SBUX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.53. JPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
JPM
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
SBUX
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-116.9%
Fair Value
$136.20
Current Price
$295.42
$159.22 premium
Margin of Safety
-1135.9%
Fair Value
$8.02
Current Price
$92.70
$84.68 premium
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
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.5% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Earnings declined 3.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
3.6% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
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 : SBUX
The strongest argument for SBUX centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : JPM
The primary concerns for JPM are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : SBUX
The primary concerns for SBUX are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 78.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JPM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
SBUX is growing revenue faster at 5.5% — sustainability is the question.
JPM generates stronger free cash flow (368.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
JPM scores higher overall (63/100 vs 39/100), backed by strong 33.9% margins. Both earn "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 →Starbucks Corporation
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
Starbucks Corporation is an American multinational chain of coffeehouses and roastery reserves headquartered in Seattle, Washington. As the world's largest coffeehouse chain, Starbucks is seen to be the main representation of the United States' second wave of coffee culture.
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