Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR (MUFG)vsFirst Western Financial Inc (MYFW)
MUFG
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR
$21.94
+2.55%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $240.42B
MYFW
First Western Financial Inc
$31.37
-0.51%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $300.47M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR generates 6292068% more annual revenue ($6.71T vs $106.67M). MUFG leads profitability with a 25.8% profit margin vs 17.3%. MUFG trades at a lower P/E of 16.3x. MUFG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
MUFG
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
MYFW
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 116.9%
Generating 8.1T in free cash flow
Keeps 26 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 121.1% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 26.0%
Revenue surging 27.7% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 5.7% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MUFG
The strongest argument for MUFG centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.8% and operating margin at 116.9%. Revenue growth of 11.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MYFW
The strongest argument for MYFW centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.3% and operating margin at 26.0%. Revenue growth of 27.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MUFG
The primary concerns for MUFG are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 3.52 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : MYFW
The primary concerns for MYFW are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MUFG profiles as a mature stock while MYFW is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MYFW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.72 — expect wider price swings.
MYFW is growing revenue faster at 27.7% — sustainability is the question.
MUFG generates stronger free cash flow (8.1T), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MUFG scores higher overall (71/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 25.8% margins and 11.7% 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.
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc., a banking holding company, offers financial services in Japan, the United States, and Asia / Oceania. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
Visit Website →First Western Financial Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
First Western Financial, Inc., a financial holding company, provides wealth management, private banking, personal trust, investment management, home loan, and institutional asset management services. The company is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
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