JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM)vsLandmark Bancorp Inc (LARK)
JPM
JPMorgan Chase & Co
$314.90
+1.78%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $824.35B
LARK
Landmark Bancorp Inc
$27.20
+4.29%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $165.87M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
JPMorgan Chase & Co generates 247749% more annual revenue ($173.56B vs $70.03M). JPM leads profitability with a 33.9% profit margin vs 27.3%. LARK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.51. JPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
JPM
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
LARK
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 35.9%
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : LARK
The strongest argument for LARK centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.3% and operating margin at 35.9%. Revenue growth of 10.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : JPM
The primary concerns for JPM are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : LARK
The primary concerns for LARK are PEG Ratio, Market Cap.
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.
LARK generates stronger free cash flow (3M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
JPM scores higher overall (73/100 vs 68/100), backed by strong 33.9% margins and 12.7% 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.
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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FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Landmark Bancorp, Inc. is the financial holding company for Landmark National Bank providing various banking and financial services to its local communities. The company is headquartered in Manhattan, Kansas.
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