Kearny Financial Corp (KRNY)vsMitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR (MUFG)
KRNY
Kearny Financial Corp
$7.98
-2.80%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $526.75M
MUFG
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR
$19.91
+0.10%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $227.34B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR generates 4990846% more annual revenue ($8.51T vs $170.59M). MUFG leads profitability with a 28.5% profit margin vs 21.0%. MUFG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.73. MUFG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
KRNY
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
MUFG
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 31.5%
Earnings expanding 50.5% YoY
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
17.5% revenue growth
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 39.5%
Generating 8.1T in free cash flow
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.7% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KRNY
The strongest argument for KRNY centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.0% and operating margin at 31.5%. Revenue growth of 17.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MUFG
The strongest argument for MUFG centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.5% and operating margin at 39.5%. Revenue growth of 11.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : KRNY
The primary concerns for KRNY are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : MUFG
The primary concerns for MUFG are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 3.52 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KRNY profiles as a growth stock while MUFG is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
KRNY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.64 — expect wider price swings.
KRNY is growing revenue faster at 17.5% — sustainability is the question.
MUFG generates stronger free cash flow (8.1T), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MUFG scores higher overall (73/100 vs 69/100), backed by strong 28.5% margins and 11.7% 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.
Kearny Financial Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Kearny Financial Corp. The company is headquartered in Fairfield, New Jersey.
Visit Website →Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc., a banking holding company, offers financial services in Japan, the United States, and Asia / Oceania. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
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