Mastercard Inc (MA)vsToronto Dominion Bank (TD)
MA
Mastercard Inc
$502.76
+0.77%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $445.26B
TD
Toronto Dominion Bank
$93.53
-0.11%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $156.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Toronto Dominion Bank generates 101% more annual revenue ($65.98B vs $32.79B). MA leads profitability with a 45.7% profit margin vs 33.0%. TD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.01. TD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 83/100 (A-).
MA
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
TD
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
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
+77.4%
Fair Value
$420.26
Current Price
$93.53
$326.73 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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 35.9%
Earnings expanding 51.3% YoY
Generating 35.1B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
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
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 : TD
The strongest argument for TD centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.0% and operating margin at 35.9%. Revenue growth of 21.1% 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 : TD
The primary concerns for TD are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.14 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.85 — expect wider price swings.
TD is growing revenue faster at 21.1% — sustainability is the question.
TD generates stronger free cash flow (35.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor CREDIT SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
TD scores higher overall (83/100 vs 70/100), backed by strong 33.0% margins and 21.1% revenue growth. MA offers better value entry with a 33.1% margin of safety. 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.
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 →Toronto Dominion Bank
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Toronto-Dominion Bank offers a variety of personal and commercial banking products and services in Canada and the United States. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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