Mastercard Inc (MA)vsOportun Financial Corp (OPRT)
MA
Mastercard Inc
$569.19
+0.68%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $498.62B
OPRT
Oportun Financial Corp
$7.87
+2.74%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $361.92M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mastercard Inc generates 4616% more annual revenue ($35.08B vs $743.95M). MA leads profitability with a 46.3% profit margin vs 2.6%. OPRT trades at a lower P/E of 19.7x. MA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
MA
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
OPRT
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 290 in profit
Keeps 46 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 61.1%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 22.1% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 21.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 88.9x book value
Elevated debt levels
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.5% — below average capital efficiency
2.6% margin — thin
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MA
The strongest argument for MA centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 46.3% and operating margin at 61.1%. Revenue growth of 14.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : OPRT
The strongest argument for OPRT centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : MA
The primary concerns for MA are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 4.39 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : OPRT
The primary concerns for OPRT are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 6.54 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 2.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MA profiles as a mature stock while OPRT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
OPRT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
MA is growing revenue faster at 14.1% — sustainability is the question.
MA generates stronger free cash flow (3.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MA scores higher overall (72/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 46.3% margins and 14.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "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.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES · CREDIT SERVICES · USA
Oportun Financial Corporation offers financial services in the United States. The company is headquartered in San Carlos, California.
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