Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR (MUFG)vsWaFd, Inc. (WAFD)
MUFG
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR
$23.48
+4.03%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $260.35B
WAFD
WaFd, Inc.
$31.35
+1.42%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $2.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR generates 953891% more annual revenue ($7.26T vs $761.06M). WAFD leads profitability with a 33.7% profit margin vs 27.5%. MUFG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.80. MUFG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
MUFG
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
WAFD
Strong Buy72
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.1%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
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 : WAFD
The strongest argument for WAFD centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.7% and operating margin at 46.1%.
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 : WAFD
The primary concerns for WAFD are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MUFG profiles as a growth stock while WAFD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
WAFD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.82 — 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 72/100), 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 →WaFd, Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Washington Federal, Inc. is the banking holding company for Washington Federal Bank, a National Association that provides loans, deposits, insurance, and other banking services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.
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