JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM)vsValley National Bancorp A Pref (VLYPP)
JPM
JPMorgan Chase & Co
$343.54
+1.25%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $902.16B
VLYPP
Valley National Bancorp A Pref
$25.02
-0.04%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $3.13B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
JPMorgan Chase & Co generates 9168% more annual revenue ($190.73B vs $2.06B). VLYPP leads profitability with a 35.8% profit margin vs 34.6%. JPM trades at a lower P/E of 14.3x. JPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
JPM
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
VLYPP
Buy61
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
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 48.8%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 30.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
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 : VLYPP
The strongest argument for VLYPP centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.8% and operating margin at 48.8%. Revenue growth of 10.3% 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 : VLYPP
The primary concerns for VLYPP are Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VLYPP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.09 — expect wider price swings.
VLYPP is growing revenue faster at 10.3% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
JPM scores higher overall (71/100 vs 61/100), 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.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Valley National Bancorp is the parent company of Valley National Bank offering various commercial, retail, insurance and wealth management financial services products. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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