BayCom Corp (BCML)vsJPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM)
BCML
BayCom Corp
$31.77
+1.21%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $333.93M
JPM
JPMorgan Chase & Co
$312.37
+2.31%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $806.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
JPMorgan Chase & Co generates 173104% more annual revenue ($173.56B vs $100.20M). JPM leads profitability with a 33.9% profit margin vs 26.4%. BCML appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.99. BCML earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
BCML
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
JPM
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 39.8%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Keeps 26 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 7.7% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BCML
The strongest argument for BCML centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.4% and operating margin at 39.8%. Revenue growth of 15.8% 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 : BCML
The primary concerns for BCML are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
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
BCML profiles as a growth stock while JPM is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
JPM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
BCML is growing revenue faster at 15.8% — sustainability is the question.
BCML generates stronger free cash flow (7M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BCML scores higher overall (79/100 vs 73/100), backed by strong 26.4% margins and 15.8% revenue growth. 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.
BayCom Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
BayCom Corp is the banking holding company for United Business Bank providing various financial services to businesses, business owners and individuals. The company is headquartered in Walnut Creek, California.
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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