JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM)vsVirtus Investment Partners, Inc. (VRTS)
JPM
JPMorgan Chase & Co
$342.98
-0.17%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $895.04B
VRTS
Virtus Investment Partners, Inc.
$124.56
-4.15%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $852.47M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
JPMorgan Chase & Co generates 23549% more annual revenue ($190.73B vs $806.52M). JPM leads profitability with a 34.6% profit margin vs 13.6%. VRTS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.56. JPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
JPM
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
VRTS
Buy57
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%
Generating 33.2B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Revenue declined 8.7%
Earnings declined 29.9%
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 : VRTS
The strongest argument for VRTS centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.56 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : JPM
The primary concerns for JPM are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 3.32 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : VRTS
The primary concerns for VRTS are Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.99 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JPM profiles as a mature stock while VRTS is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
VRTS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.42 — expect wider price swings.
JPM is growing revenue faster at 10.2% — sustainability is the question.
JPM generates stronger free cash flow (33.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JPM scores higher overall (73/100 vs 57/100), 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 →Virtus Investment Partners, Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. is a publicly owned investment manager. The company is headquartered in Hartford, Connecticut.
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