Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR (MUFG)vsRoyal Bank of Canada (RY)
MUFG
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR
$16.90
+1.08%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $185.46B
RY
Royal Bank of Canada
$162.35
-1.14%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $229.39B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR generates 9121% more annual revenue ($5.85T vs $63.42B). RY leads profitability with a 33.1% profit margin vs 22.8%. MUFG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.23. MUFG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
MUFG
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
RY
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+14.8%
Fair Value
$21.96
Current Price
$16.90
$5.06 discount
Margin of Safety
+43.9%
Fair Value
$304.40
Current Price
$162.35
$142.05 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 34.8%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.2%
Generating 37.3B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 6.1% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MUFG
The strongest argument for MUFG centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.8% and operating margin at 34.8%. Revenue growth of 11.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : RY
The strongest argument for RY centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.1% and operating margin at 46.2%.
Bear Case : MUFG
The primary concerns for MUFG are Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 3.77 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : RY
The primary concerns for RY are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.94 — expect wider price swings.
MUFG is growing revenue faster at 11.7% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
MUFG scores higher overall (72/100 vs 68/100), backed by strong 22.8% margins and 11.7% revenue growth. RY offers better value entry with a 43.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
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 →Royal Bank of Canada
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Royal Bank of Canada is a globally diversified financial services company. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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