Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group Inc (SMFG)vsThe TJX Companies Inc (TJX)
SMFG
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group Inc
$21.43
-0.23%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $139.48B
TJX
The TJX Companies Inc
$153.36
-0.73%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $169.59B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group Inc generates 6041% more annual revenue ($3.71T vs $60.37B). SMFG leads profitability with a 20.7% profit margin vs 9.1%. SMFG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.87. SMFG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
SMFG
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
TJX
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SMFG.
Margin of Safety
-6.9%
Fair Value
$147.47
Current Price
$153.36
$5.89 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 39.3%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 59 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 27.9% YoY
Generating 2.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
ROE of 4.9% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 16.7x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SMFG
The strongest argument for SMFG centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.7% and operating margin at 39.3%. Revenue growth of 21.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TJX
The strongest argument for TJX centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap.
Bear Case : SMFG
The primary concerns for SMFG are Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 3.89 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TJX
The primary concerns for TJX are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SMFG profiles as a growth stock while TJX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TJX carries more volatility with a beta of 0.64 — expect wider price swings.
SMFG is growing revenue faster at 21.8% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
SMFG scores higher overall (76/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 20.7% margins and 21.8% 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.
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. provides commercial banking, finance leasing, securities, consumer finance, and other services primarily in Japan. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
Visit Website →The TJX Companies Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL RETAIL · USA
The TJX Companies, Inc. (abbreviated TJX) is an American multinational off-price department store corporation, headquartered in Framingham, Massachusetts.
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