BlackRock Inc (BLK)vsJPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM)
BLK
BlackRock Inc
$1,178.87
+0.70%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $186.45B
JPM
JPMorgan Chase & Co
$334.49
-0.84%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $895.04B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
JPMorgan Chase & Co generates 568% more annual revenue ($190.73B vs $28.54B). JPM leads profitability with a 34.6% profit margin vs 24.2%. BLK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.95. JPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
BLK
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
JPM
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 37.9%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
19.1% revenue growth
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
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BLK
The strongest argument for BLK centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.2% and operating margin at 37.9%. Revenue growth of 19.1% 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 34.6% and operating margin at 42.6%. Revenue growth of 10.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BLK
The primary concerns for BLK are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
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
BLK profiles as a growth stock while JPM is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
BLK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.42 — expect wider price swings.
BLK is growing revenue faster at 19.1% — sustainability is the question.
JPM generates stronger free cash flow (33.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BLK scores higher overall (73/100 vs 73/100), backed by strong 24.2% margins and 19.1% 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.
BlackRock Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
BlackRock, Inc. is an American multinational investment management corporation based in New York City.
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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