JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM)vsUniversal Insurance Holdings Inc (UVE)
JPM
JPMorgan Chase & Co
$350.99
+1.78%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $900.78B
UVE
Universal Insurance Holdings Inc
$43.99
-2.29%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.09B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
JPMorgan Chase & Co generates 11527% more annual revenue ($186.33B vs $1.60B). JPM leads profitability with a 34.9% profit margin vs 12.2%. UVE trades at a lower P/E of 5.8x. JPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 81/100 (A-).
JPM
Exceptional Buy81
out of 100
Grade: A-
UVE
Strong Buy66
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 50.4%
Revenue surging 30.4% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 30.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Revenue declined 0.3%
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 34.9% and operating margin at 50.4%. Revenue growth of 30.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : UVE
The strongest argument for UVE centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : JPM
The primary concerns for JPM are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 3.30 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : UVE
The primary concerns for UVE are Market Cap, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JPM profiles as a growth stock while UVE is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
JPM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
JPM is growing revenue faster at 30.4% — sustainability is the question.
UVE generates stronger free cash flow (153M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JPM scores higher overall (81/100 vs 66/100), backed by strong 34.9% margins and 30.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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 · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
Universal Insurance Holdings, Inc., is an integrated insurance holding company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
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