Nomura Holdings Inc ADR (NMR)vsPiper Sandler Companies (PIPR)
NMR
Nomura Holdings Inc ADR
$9.96
-1.78%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $29.90B
PIPR
Piper Sandler Companies
$72.74
-1.53%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $5.22B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nomura Holdings Inc ADR generates 110105% more annual revenue ($2.33T vs $2.12B). NMR leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs 14.5%. NMR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.82. NMR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
NMR
Exceptional Buy84
out of 100
Grade: A-
PIPR
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 30.8%
Revenue surging 31.2% year-over-year
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 42.0% YoY
Earnings expanding 61.0% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
Revenue surging 24.9% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NMR
The strongest argument for NMR centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.3% and operating margin at 30.8%. Revenue growth of 31.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PIPR
The strongest argument for PIPR centers on EPS Growth, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 24.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.26 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : NMR
The primary concerns for NMR are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 9.18 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PIPR
The primary concerns for PIPR are Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PIPR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
NMR is growing revenue faster at 31.2% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
NMR scores higher overall (84/100 vs 74/100), backed by strong 17.3% margins and 31.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Nomura Holdings Inc ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Nomura Holdings, Inc. provides various financial services to individuals, corporations, financial institutions, governments, and government agencies worldwide. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
Piper Sandler Companies
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Piper Sandler Companies is an investment bank and institutional securities firm serving corporations, private equity groups, public entities, non-profit entities, and institutional investors in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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