Cullen/Frost Bankers Inc (CFR)vsJPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM)
CFR
Cullen/Frost Bankers Inc
$140.16
+1.66%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $9.29B
JPM
JPMorgan Chase & Co
$312.37
-0.33%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $806.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
JPMorgan Chase & Co generates 7676% more annual revenue ($173.56B vs $2.23B). JPM leads profitability with a 33.9% profit margin vs 30.0%. JPM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.57. JPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
CFR
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
JPM
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 36.9%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : CFR
The strongest argument for CFR centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.0% and operating margin at 36.9%.
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 : CFR
The primary concerns for CFR are Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, 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
JPM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
JPM is growing revenue faster at 12.7% — sustainability is the question.
CFR generates stronger free cash flow (199M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
JPM scores higher overall (73/100 vs 64/100), 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.
Cullen/Frost Bankers Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Cullen / Frost Bankers, Inc. is the banking holding company for Frost Bank offering commercial and consumer banking services in Texas. The company is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas.
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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