JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM)vsPathfinder Bancorp Inc (PBHC)
JPM
JPMorgan Chase & Co
$312.37
+2.31%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $806.43B
PBHC
Pathfinder Bancorp Inc
$14.10
+3.30%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $94.03M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
JPMorgan Chase & Co generates 578970% more annual revenue ($173.56B vs $29.97M). JPM leads profitability with a 33.9% profit margin vs -8.3%. JPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
JPM
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
PBHC
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 27.1%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
4.5% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -3.2% — below average capital efficiency
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 : PBHC
The strongest argument for PBHC centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : JPM
The primary concerns for JPM are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 3.39 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PBHC
The primary concerns for PBHC are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JPM profiles as a mature stock while PBHC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
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.
PBHC generates stronger free cash flow (-675,000), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JPM scores higher overall (73/100 vs 37/100), backed by strong 33.9% margins and 12.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" 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
Pathfinder Bancorp, Inc. is a portfolio company of Pathfinder Bank offering various banking and financial products and services primarily in Oswego and Onondaga Counties, New York. The company is headquartered in Oswego, New York.
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