Goldman Sachs Group Inc (GS)vsJPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM)
GS
Goldman Sachs Group Inc
$923.71
-0.01%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $274.13B
JPM
JPMorgan Chase & Co
$312.47
-0.24%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $828.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
JPMorgan Chase & Co generates 182% more annual revenue ($173.56B vs $61.53B). JPM leads profitability with a 33.9% profit margin vs 29.4%. GS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.40. GS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
GS
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
JPM
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 38.4%
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 24.3% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 43.0%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GS
The strongest argument for GS centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.4% and operating margin at 38.4%. Revenue growth of 14.5% 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 43.0%. Revenue growth of 12.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GS
The primary concerns for GS are Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : JPM
The primary concerns for JPM are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.31 — expect wider price swings.
GS is growing revenue faster at 14.5% — sustainability is the question.
GS generates stronger free cash flow (-32.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
GS scores higher overall (75/100 vs 73/100), backed by strong 29.4% margins and 14.5% 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.
Goldman Sachs Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., is an American multinational investment bank and financial services company headquartered in New York City. It offers services in investment management, securities, asset management, prime brokerage, and securities underwriting. It also provides investment banking to institutional investors.
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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