Mizuho Financial Group Inc. (MFG)vsAltria Group (MO)
MFG
Mizuho Financial Group Inc.
$7.81
+0.77%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $92.84B
MO
Altria Group
$63.78
-0.84%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $107.97B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mizuho Financial Group Inc. generates 19850% more annual revenue ($4.02T vs $20.14B). MO leads profitability with a 34.5% profit margin vs 26.1%. MFG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.86. MFG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
MFG
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
MO
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+42.4%
Fair Value
$17.51
Current Price
$7.81
$9.70 discount
Margin of Safety
-135.3%
Fair Value
$28.02
Current Price
$63.78
$35.76 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 36.3%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 26 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 57.1%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 3.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 0.5%
Earnings declined 62.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MFG
The strongest argument for MFG centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.1% and operating margin at 36.3%. PEG of 0.86 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MO
The strongest argument for MO centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 34.5% and operating margin at 57.1%.
Bear Case : MFG
No major red flags identified for MFG, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : MO
The primary concerns for MO are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MFG profiles as a mature stock while MO is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
MO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.43 — expect wider price swings.
MFG is growing revenue faster at 5.5% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
MFG scores higher overall (74/100 vs 47/100), backed by strong 26.1% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
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.
Altria Group
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · TOBACCO · USA
Altria Group, Inc. (previously known as Philip Morris Companies, Inc.) is an American corporation and one of the world's largest producers and marketers of tobacco, cigarettes and related products. It operates worldwide and is headquartered in unincorporated Henrico County, Virginia, just outside the city of Richmond.
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