Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR (MUFG)vsWestern Union Co (WU)
MUFG
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR
$23.13
-1.57%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $271.15B
WU
Western Union Co
$6.18
-5.36%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $2.18B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR generates 179752% more annual revenue ($7.26T vs $4.04B). MUFG leads profitability with a 27.5% profit margin vs 9.8%. MUFG 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+
WU
Buy53
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 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
Every $100 of equity generates 48 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 1.3%
Earnings declined 35.1%
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 : WU
The strongest argument for WU centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Price/Book.
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 : WU
The primary concerns for WU are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.95 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MUFG profiles as a growth stock while WU is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
WU carries more volatility with a beta of 0.54 — 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 53/100), backed by strong 27.5% margins and 28.8% 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.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES · CREDIT SERVICES · USA
The Western Union Company is an American worldwide financial services and communications company, headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
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