JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM)vsSumitomo Mitsui Financial Group Inc (SMFG)
JPM
JPMorgan Chase & Co
$339.45
+1.05%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $902.16B
SMFG
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group Inc
$24.14
-0.49%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $152.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group Inc generates 2373% more annual revenue ($4.72T vs $190.73B). JPM leads profitability with a 34.6% profit margin vs 27.8%. JPM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.57. SMFG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
JPM
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
SMFG
Strong Buy76
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
Strong operational efficiency at 40.9%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 24.8% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 34.6% and operating margin at 42.6%. Revenue growth of 10.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SMFG
The strongest argument for SMFG centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.8% and operating margin at 40.9%. Revenue growth of 24.8% 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 : SMFG
The primary concerns for SMFG are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 3.67 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JPM profiles as a mature stock while SMFG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
JPM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.01 — expect wider price swings.
SMFG is growing revenue faster at 24.8% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
SMFG scores higher overall (76/100 vs 71/100), backed by strong 27.8% margins and 24.8% 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.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. provides commercial banking, finance leasing, securities, consumer finance, and other services primarily in Japan. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
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