JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM)vsBanco Santander SA ADR (SAN)
JPM
JPMorgan Chase & Co
$307.65
+0.57%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $824.35B
SAN
Banco Santander SA ADR
$11.88
+2.86%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $173.81B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
JPMorgan Chase & Co generates 266% more annual revenue ($173.56B vs $47.37B). SAN leads profitability with a 34.1% profit margin vs 33.9%. JPM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.66. JPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
JPM
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
SAN
Strong Buy67
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
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 43.3%
Earnings expanding 67.4% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
4.6% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
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 : SAN
The strongest argument for SAN centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 34.1% and operating margin at 43.3%.
Bear Case : JPM
The primary concerns for JPM are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : SAN
The primary concerns for SAN are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 4.47 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JPM profiles as a mature stock while SAN is a value 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.
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Bottom Line
JPM scores higher overall (73/100 vs 67/100), 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 →Banco Santander SA ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Banco Santander, SA, offers various commercial and retail banking products and services to individuals, small and medium-sized companies and large companies worldwide. The company is headquartered in Madrid, Spain.
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