Oportun Financial Corp (OPRT)vsSynchrony Financial (SYF)
OPRT
Oportun Financial Corp
$4.64
+1.09%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $205.15M
SYF
Synchrony Financial
$67.63
+0.54%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $24.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Synchrony Financial generates 1245% more annual revenue ($9.76B vs $725.18M). SYF leads profitability with a 36.4% profit margin vs 3.5%. SYF trades at a lower P/E of 7.3x. SYF earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
OPRT
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
SYF
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-50.0%
Fair Value
$3.60
Current Price
$4.64
$1.04 premium
Margin of Safety
+59.2%
Fair Value
$178.92
Current Price
$67.63
$111.29 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 48.5%
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 2.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.8% — below average capital efficiency
3.5% margin — thin
Earnings declined 64.8%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : OPRT
The strongest argument for OPRT centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : SYF
The strongest argument for SYF centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 36.4% and operating margin at 48.5%.
Bear Case : OPRT
The primary concerns for OPRT are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 7.15 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 3.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SYF
The primary concerns for SYF are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SYF carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
OPRT is growing revenue faster at 7.1% — sustainability is the question.
SYF generates stronger free cash flow (2.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor CREDIT SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SYF scores higher overall (71/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 36.4% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Oportun Financial Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CREDIT SERVICES · USA
Oportun Financial Corporation offers financial services in the United States. The company is headquartered in San Carlos, California.
Visit Website →Synchrony Financial
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CREDIT SERVICES · USA
Synchrony Financial is a consumer financial services company headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, United States. The company offers consumer financing products, including credit, promotional financing and loyalty programs, installment lending to industries, and FDIC-insured consumer savings products through Synchrony Bank, its wholly owned online bank subsidiary.
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