Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group Inc (SMFG)vsWells Fargo & Company (WFC)
SMFG
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group Inc
$19.08
-2.35%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $121.41B
WFC
Wells Fargo & Company
$77.60
+1.58%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $243.59B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group Inc generates 4532% more annual revenue ($3.71T vs $80.04B). WFC leads profitability with a 26.7% profit margin vs 20.7%. SMFG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.81. SMFG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
SMFG
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
WFC
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+42.3%
Fair Value
$41.10
Current Price
$19.08
$22.02 discount
Margin of Safety
+55.4%
Fair Value
$173.78
Current Price
$77.60
$96.18 discount
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
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 29.9%
Generating 4.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
ROE of 4.9% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : WFC
The strongest argument for WFC centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.7% and operating margin at 29.9%.
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 : WFC
The primary concerns for WFC are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SMFG profiles as a growth stock while WFC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
WFC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.07 — 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 72/100), backed by strong 20.7% margins and 21.8% revenue growth. WFC offers better value entry with a 55.4% margin of safety. 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.
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 →Wells Fargo & Company
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Wells Fargo & Company is an American multinational financial services company with corporate headquarters in San Francisco, California, operational headquarters in Manhattan, and managerial offices throughout the United States and overseas.
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