Morgan Stanley (MS)vsNomura Holdings Inc ADR (NMR)
MS
Morgan Stanley
$182.44
-0.55%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $288.43B
NMR
Nomura Holdings Inc ADR
$9.42
-0.95%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $26.24B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nomura Holdings Inc ADR generates 2821% more annual revenue ($2.33T vs $79.79B). MS leads profitability with a 25.6% profit margin vs 17.3%. NMR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.82. NMR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
MS
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
NMR
Exceptional Buy84
out of 100
Grade: A-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 39.9%
Keeps 26 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 30.8%
Revenue surging 31.2% year-over-year
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 42.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MS
The strongest argument for MS centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.6% and operating margin at 39.9%. Revenue growth of 10.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NMR
The strongest argument for NMR centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.3% and operating margin at 30.8%. Revenue growth of 31.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MS
The primary concerns for MS are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : NMR
The primary concerns for NMR are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 8.94 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MS profiles as a mature stock while NMR is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.21 — expect wider price swings.
NMR is growing revenue faster at 31.2% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
NMR scores higher overall (84/100 vs 72/100), backed by strong 17.3% margins and 31.2% revenue growth. 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.
Morgan Stanley
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Morgan Stanley is an American multinational investment bank and financial services company headquartered at 1585 Broadway in the Morgan Stanley Building, Midtown Manhattan, New York City.
Nomura Holdings Inc ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Nomura Holdings, Inc. provides various financial services to individuals, corporations, financial institutions, governments, and government agencies worldwide. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
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