Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS)vsJPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM)
BNS
Bank of Nova Scotia
$69.39
+0.19%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $84.29B
JPM
JPMorgan Chase & Co
$295.42
+1.03%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $796.76B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
JPMorgan Chase & Co generates 406% more annual revenue ($168.24B vs $33.25B). JPM leads profitability with a 33.9% profit margin vs 26.9%. JPM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.61. BNS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
BNS
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
JPM
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+66.4%
Fair Value
$229.79
Current Price
$69.39
$160.40 discount
Margin of Safety
-116.9%
Fair Value
$136.20
Current Price
$295.42
$159.22 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 37.5%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 23.5% year-over-year
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 41.1%
Generating 368.4B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.6% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.5% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Earnings declined 3.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BNS
The strongest argument for BNS centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.9% and operating margin at 37.5%. Revenue growth of 23.5% 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 41.1%.
Bear Case : BNS
The primary concerns for BNS are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 5.80 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : JPM
The primary concerns for JPM are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BNS profiles as a growth stock while JPM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BNS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
BNS is growing revenue faster at 23.5% — sustainability is the question.
JPM generates stronger free cash flow (368.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BNS scores higher overall (79/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 26.9% margins and 23.5% 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.
Bank of Nova Scotia
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
The Bank of Nova Scotia offers various banking products and services in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Peru, Chile, Colombia, the Caribbean and Central America, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Halifax, Canada.
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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