JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM)vsMercury General Corporation (MCY)
JPM
JPMorgan Chase & Co
$313.23
-0.25%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $828.64B
MCY
Mercury General Corporation
$96.36
-0.98%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $5.30B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
JPMorgan Chase & Co generates 2798% more annual revenue ($173.56B vs $5.99B). JPM leads profitability with a 33.9% profit margin vs 9.0%. MCY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.12. MCY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
JPM
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
MCY
Strong Buy73
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 43.0%
Generating 368.4B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 100.9% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
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 43.0%. Revenue growth of 12.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MCY
The strongest argument for MCY centers on P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 14.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.12 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : JPM
The primary concerns for JPM are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : MCY
The primary concerns for MCY are Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JPM profiles as a mature stock while MCY is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
JPM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.04 — expect wider price swings.
MCY is growing revenue faster at 14.1% — sustainability is the question.
JPM generates stronger free cash flow (368.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JPM scores higher overall (73/100 vs 73/100), 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.
Visit Website →Mercury General Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
Mercury General Corporation engages in underwriting personal auto insurance in the United States. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
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