JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM)vsLendingClub Corp (LC)
JPM
JPMorgan Chase & Co
$343.54
+1.26%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $902.16B
LC
LendingClub Corp
$19.21
0.00%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $2.22B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
JPMorgan Chase & Co generates 13801% more annual revenue ($190.73B vs $1.37B). JPM leads profitability with a 34.6% profit margin vs 12.8%. LC trades at a lower P/E of 12.8x. JPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
JPM
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
LC
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 42.6%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 340.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 20.0%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 34.6% and operating margin at 42.6%. Revenue growth of 10.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LC
The strongest argument for LC centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 12.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : JPM
The primary concerns for JPM are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 3.32 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : LC
The primary concerns for LC are Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JPM profiles as a mature stock while LC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.97 — expect wider price swings.
LC is growing revenue faster at 12.5% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
JPM scores higher overall (71/100 vs 68/100), backed by strong 34.6% margins and 10.2% 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.
Visit Website →LendingClub Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
LendingClub Corporation, is a banking holding company for LendingClub Bank, a National Association that offers a range of financial products and services through a technology-driven platform in the United States. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
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