Ares Management LP (ARES)vsJPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM)
ARES
Ares Management LP
$133.72
+0.19%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $41.08B
JPM
JPMorgan Chase & Co
$334.51
-0.84%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $895.04B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
JPMorgan Chase & Co generates 3531% more annual revenue ($190.73B vs $5.25B). JPM leads profitability with a 34.6% profit margin vs 12.1%. ARES appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.91. JPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
ARES
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
JPM
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 42.6%
Generating 33.2B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Trading at 12.1x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ARES
The strongest argument for ARES centers on PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.91 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : JPM
The strongest argument for JPM centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 34.6% and operating margin at 42.6%. Revenue growth of 10.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ARES
The primary concerns for ARES are Price/Book, P/E Ratio, Free Cash Flow. A P/E of 57.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 3.75 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : JPM
The primary concerns for JPM are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 3.32 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ARES profiles as a value stock while JPM is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ARES carries more volatility with a beta of 1.55 — expect wider price swings.
JPM is growing revenue faster at 10.2% — sustainability is the question.
JPM generates stronger free cash flow (33.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JPM scores higher overall (73/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 34.6% margins and 10.2% 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.
Ares Management LP
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Ares Management Corporation is an alternative asset manager in the United States, Europe, and Asia.
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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