Goldman Sachs Group Inc (GS)vsMitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR (MUFG)
GS
Goldman Sachs Group Inc
$903.27
+1.73%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $268.05B
MUFG
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR
$17.69
-1.45%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $202.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR generates 9404% more annual revenue ($5.85T vs $61.53B). GS leads profitability with a 29.4% profit margin vs 22.8%. MUFG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.31. GS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
GS
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
MUFG
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 38.6%
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 24.2% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 34.8%
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
ROE of 6.1% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
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 38.6%. Revenue growth of 14.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MUFG
The strongest argument for MUFG centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.8% and operating margin at 34.8%. Revenue growth of 11.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GS
The primary concerns for GS are Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : MUFG
The primary concerns for MUFG are Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 3.77 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.27 — expect wider price swings.
GS is growing revenue faster at 14.5% — sustainability is the question.
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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.
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc., a banking holding company, offers financial services in Japan, the United States, and Asia / Oceania. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
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