KeyCorp (KEY)vsMizuho Financial Group Inc. (MFG)
KEY
KeyCorp
$20.87
+0.29%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $22.21B
MFG
Mizuho Financial Group Inc.
$10.87
-1.98%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $132.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mizuho Financial Group Inc. generates 64205% more annual revenue ($4.74T vs $7.37B). MFG leads profitability with a 29.1% profit margin vs 27.5%. KEY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.36. MFG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 82/100 (A-).
KEY
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
MFG
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 34.7%
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 25.3% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 46.7%
Revenue surging 35.0% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KEY
The strongest argument for KEY centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.5% and operating margin at 34.7%. Revenue growth of 10.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MFG
The strongest argument for MFG centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.1% and operating margin at 46.7%. Revenue growth of 35.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : KEY
The primary concerns for KEY are Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : MFG
The primary concerns for MFG are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 5.91 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KEY profiles as a mature stock while MFG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
KEY carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
MFG is growing revenue faster at 35.0% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
MFG scores higher overall (82/100 vs 79/100), backed by strong 29.1% margins and 35.0% 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.
KeyCorp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
KeyBank, the primary subsidiary of KeyCorp, is a regional bank headquartered in Cleveland.
Mizuho Financial Group Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. engages in banking, trusts, securities and other businesses related to financial services in Japan, America, Europe, Asia / Oceania and internationally. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
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