Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR (MUFG)vsSimmons First National Corporation (SFNC)
MUFG
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR
$21.46
+2.24%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $241.55B
SFNC
Simmons First National Corporation
$23.37
+1.30%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $3.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR generates 779955% more annual revenue ($7.26T vs $930.76M). SFNC leads profitability with a 28.0% profit margin vs 27.5%. MUFG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.67. MUFG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
MUFG
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
SFNC
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 45.6%
Earnings expanding 50.9% YoY
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 25.8%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -10.5% — 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, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.5% and operating margin at 45.6%. Revenue growth of 28.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SFNC
The strongest argument for SFNC centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.0% and operating margin at 25.8%. Revenue growth of 14.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MUFG
The primary concerns for MUFG are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 3.16 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SFNC
The primary concerns for SFNC are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MUFG profiles as a growth stock while SFNC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
SFNC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.94 — expect wider price swings.
MUFG is growing revenue faster at 28.8% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
MUFG scores higher overall (79/100 vs 66/100), backed by strong 27.5% margins and 28.8% revenue growth. 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.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Simmons First National Corporation is the holding company of Simmons Bank providing banking and financial products and services to individuals and businesses. The company is headquartered in Pine Bluff, Arkansas.
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