Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group Inc (SMFG)vsYum! Brands Inc (YUM)
SMFG
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group Inc
$21.43
-0.23%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $139.48B
YUM
Yum! Brands Inc
$151.95
-3.37%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $43.34B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group Inc generates 43589% more annual revenue ($3.71T vs $8.49B). SMFG leads profitability with a 20.7% profit margin vs 20.5%. 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+
YUM
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SMFG.
Margin of Safety
-76.3%
Fair Value
$90.20
Current Price
$151.95
$61.75 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
Strong operational efficiency at 31.0%
Earnings expanding 72.2% YoY
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
15.2% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
ROE of 4.9% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
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 : YUM
The strongest argument for YUM centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.5% and operating margin at 31.0%. Revenue growth of 15.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : YUM
The primary concerns for YUM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
YUM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.60 — 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 65/100), 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 →Yum! Brands Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
Yum! Brands, Inc. is an American fast food corporation listed on the Fortune 1000. Yum! operates the brands KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, The Habit Burger Grill, and WingStreet worldwide, except in China, where the brands are operated by a separate company, Yum China.
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