Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR (MUFG)vsTriCo Bancshares (TCBK)
MUFG
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR
$23.89
+2.58%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $271.15B
TCBK
TriCo Bancshares
$53.53
-0.26%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.71B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR generates 1703393% more annual revenue ($7.26T vs $426.21M). TCBK leads profitability with a 31.8% profit margin vs 27.5%. TCBK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.94. MUFG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
MUFG
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
TCBK
Strong Buy71
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 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 43.2%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 26.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
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 : TCBK
The strongest argument for TCBK centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.8% and operating margin at 43.2%. Revenue growth of 10.4% 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 : TCBK
The primary concerns for TCBK are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MUFG profiles as a growth stock while TCBK is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
TCBK carries more volatility with a beta of 0.61 — 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 71/100), 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.
Visit Website →TriCo Bancshares
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
TriCo Bancshares is a bank holding company for Tri Counties Bank providing commercial banking services to individual and corporate clients. The company is headquartered in Chico, California.
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