Mizuho Financial Group Inc. (MFG)vsTFS Financial Corporation (TFSL)
MFG
Mizuho Financial Group Inc.
$7.81
+0.77%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $92.84B
TFSL
TFS Financial Corporation
$13.70
+0.74%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $3.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mizuho Financial Group Inc. generates 1227202% more annual revenue ($4.02T vs $327.37M). TFSL leads profitability with a 27.7% 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
TFSL
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
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
-586.7%
Fair Value
$2.18
Current Price
$13.70
$11.52 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
Strong operational efficiency at 37.5%
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
ROE of 4.8% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 0.8%
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 : TFSL
The strongest argument for TFSL centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.7% and operating margin at 37.5%. Revenue growth of 11.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MFG
No major red flags identified for MFG, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : TFSL
The primary concerns for TFSL are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 42.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 2.60 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TFSL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.73 — expect wider price swings.
TFSL is growing revenue faster at 11.0% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
MFG scores higher overall (74/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 26.1% margins. 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.
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.
TFS Financial Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
TFS Financial Corporation, provides retail banking services for consumers in the United States.
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