JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM)vsMain Street Capital Corporation (MAIN)
JPM
JPMorgan Chase & Co
$343.54
+1.26%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $902.16B
MAIN
Main Street Capital Corporation
$54.61
+1.05%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $5.03B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
JPMorgan Chase & Co generates 33068% more annual revenue ($190.73B vs $575.05M). MAIN leads profitability with a 78.5% profit margin vs 34.6%. JPM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.57. JPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
JPM
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
MAIN
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 79 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 87.2%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.9% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
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 : MAIN
The strongest argument for MAIN centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 78.5% and operating margin at 87.2%.
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 : MAIN
The primary concerns for MAIN are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JPM profiles as a mature stock while MAIN is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
JPM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.01 — expect wider price swings.
JPM is growing revenue faster at 10.2% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
JPM scores higher overall (71/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 34.6% margins and 10.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "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 →Main Street Capital Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Main Street Capital Corporation (MAIN) is a prominent publicly traded business development company specializing in customized debt and equity financing solutions for lower middle-market businesses across diverse industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, and business services. With a strategic focus on long-term value creation, MAIN aims to deliver compelling risk-adjusted returns while supporting the growth of its portfolio companies. Its seasoned investment team utilizes deep industry insights and a disciplined investment approach to cultivate significant income streams and promote sustainable success in the private equity landscape.
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