Cohen & Company Inc (COHN)vsMorgan Stanley (MS)
COHN
Cohen & Company Inc
$16.34
+6.04%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $27.17M
MS
Morgan Stanley
$165.65
-0.13%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $263.03B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Morgan Stanley generates 37801% more annual revenue ($70.30B vs $185.47M). MS leads profitability with a 24.0% profit margin vs 2.4%. COHN trades at a lower P/E of 5.5x. MS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
COHN
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
MS
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+84.6%
Fair Value
$112.79
Current Price
$16.34
$96.45 discount
Margin of Safety
+59.3%
Fair Value
$407.18
Current Price
$165.65
$241.53 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 96.8% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 24.5%
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 38.6%
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 20.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
1.7% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 7.4% — below average capital efficiency
2.4% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COHN
The strongest argument for COHN centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : MS
The strongest argument for MS centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.0% and operating margin at 38.6%. Revenue growth of 11.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : COHN
The primary concerns for COHN are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 2.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : MS
The primary concerns for MS are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COHN profiles as a value stock while MS is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
COHN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.28 — expect wider price swings.
MS is growing revenue faster at 11.0% — sustainability is the question.
COHN generates stronger free cash flow (-2M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MS scores higher overall (76/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 24.0% margins and 11.0% revenue growth. COHN offers better value entry with a 84.6% margin of safety. 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.
Cohen & Company Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Cohen & Company Inc. is a publicly owned investment manager. The company is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with additional offices in New York City; Boca Raton, Florida; Chicago, Illinois; Bethesda, Maryland; Boston, Massachusetts; Paris, France; and London, United Kingdom.
Morgan Stanley
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Morgan Stanley is an American multinational investment bank and financial services company headquartered at 1585 Broadway in the Morgan Stanley Building, Midtown Manhattan, New York City.
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