Mastercard Inc (MA)vsMitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR (MUFG)
MA
Mastercard Inc
$502.76
+0.77%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $445.26B
MUFG
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR
$16.96
+1.44%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $188.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR generates 17735% more annual revenue ($5.85T vs $32.79B). MA leads profitability with a 45.7% profit margin vs 22.8%. MUFG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.24. MUFG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
MA
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
MUFG
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+33.1%
Fair Value
$751.54
Current Price
$502.76
$248.78 discount
Margin of Safety
+14.8%
Fair Value
$21.96
Current Price
$16.96
$5.00 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 46 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 57.7%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
17.6% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 24.2% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 34.8%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 2.1% — below average capital efficiency
Trading at 58.1x book value
ROE of 6.1% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MA
The strongest argument for MA centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 45.7% and operating margin at 57.7%. Revenue growth of 17.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MUFG
The strongest argument for MUFG centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.8% and operating margin at 34.8%. Revenue growth of 11.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MA
The primary concerns for MA are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.45 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : MUFG
The primary concerns for MUFG are Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 3.77 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MA profiles as a growth stock while MUFG is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
MA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.84 — expect wider price swings.
MA is growing revenue faster at 17.6% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor CREDIT SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
MUFG scores higher overall (72/100 vs 70/100), backed by strong 22.8% margins and 11.7% revenue growth. MA offers better value entry with a 33.1% margin of safety. 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.
Mastercard Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CREDIT SERVICES · USA
Mastercard Incorporated is an American multinational financial services corporation headquartered in the Mastercard International Global Headquarters in Purchase, New York. The Global Operations Headquarters is located in O'Fallon, Missouri, a municipality of St. Charles County, Missouri. Throughout the world, its principal business is to process payments between the banks of merchants and the card-issuing banks or credit unions of the purchasers who use the Mastercard brand debit, credit and prepaid cards to make purchases. Mastercard Worldwide has been a publicly traded company since 2006.
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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