Acadian Asset Management Inc (AAMI)vsJPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM)
AAMI
Acadian Asset Management Inc
$73.89
-2.40%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $2.80B
JPM
JPMorgan Chase & Co
$331.48
-0.21%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $855.84B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
JPMorgan Chase & Co generates 28315% more annual revenue ($173.56B vs $610.80M). JPM leads profitability with a 33.9% profit margin vs 13.8%. JPM trades at a lower P/E of 15.3x. JPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
AAMI
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
JPM
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 112 in profit
Revenue surging 39.3% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 25.1%
Earnings expanding 26.4% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 43.7%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 33.9x book value
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AAMI
The strongest argument for AAMI centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 39.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : JPM
The strongest argument for JPM centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.9% and operating margin at 43.7%. Revenue growth of 12.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AAMI
The primary concerns for AAMI are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Free Cash Flow. Debt-to-equity of 4.45 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : JPM
The primary concerns for JPM are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 3.39 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AAMI profiles as a growth stock while JPM is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
AAMI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.33 — expect wider price swings.
AAMI is growing revenue faster at 39.3% — sustainability is the question.
AAMI generates stronger free cash flow (-47M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JPM scores higher overall (73/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 33.9% margins and 12.7% 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.
Acadian Asset Management Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
BrightSphere Investment Group Inc. is a publically owned asset management holding company. The company is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.
JPMorgan Chase & Co
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an American multinational investment bank and financial services holding company headquartered in New York City. JPMorgan Chase is incorporated in Delaware. As a Bulge Bracket bank, it is a major provider of various investment banking and financial services. It is one of America's Big Four banks, along with Bank of America, Citigroup, and Wells Fargo. JPMorgan Chase is considered to be a universal bank and a custodian bank. The J.P. Morgan brand is used by the investment banking, asset management, private banking, private wealth management, and treasury services divisions.
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