Jefferies Financial Group Inc (JEF)vsSun Life Financial Inc. (SLF)
JEF
Jefferies Financial Group Inc
$47.46
-1.41%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $9.84B
SLF
Sun Life Financial Inc.
$72.08
+2.23%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $39.07B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sun Life Financial Inc. generates 546% more annual revenue ($34.88B vs $5.40B). JEF leads profitability with a 23.0% profit margin vs 10.2%. SLF appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.18. JEF earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
JEF
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
SLF
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 26.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 22.8% YoY
Earnings expanding 240.9% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 5.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 6.6% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
4.7% revenue growth
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : JEF
The strongest argument for JEF centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.0% and operating margin at 13.4%. Revenue growth of 26.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SLF
The strongest argument for SLF centers on EPS Growth, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 1.18 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : JEF
The primary concerns for JEF are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : SLF
The primary concerns for SLF are Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JEF profiles as a growth stock while SLF is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
JEF carries more volatility with a beta of 1.50 — expect wider price swings.
JEF is growing revenue faster at 26.6% — sustainability is the question.
SLF generates stronger free cash flow (5.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JEF scores higher overall (73/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 23.0% margins and 26.6% 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.
Jefferies Financial Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Jefferies Financial Group Inc. is engaged in investment banking and capital markets, asset management, and direct investment businesses in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
Sun Life Financial Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Sun Life Financial Inc., a financial services company, provides insurance, wealth and asset management solutions to individuals and corporate clients around the world. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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