Kearny Financial Corp (KRNY)vsMitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR (MUFG)
KRNY
Kearny Financial Corp
$9.78
-0.51%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $653.19M
MUFG
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR
$23.89
-0.04%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $271.15B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR generates 4115573% more annual revenue ($7.26T vs $176.41M). MUFG leads profitability with a 27.5% profit margin vs 20.6%. MUFG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.94. MUFG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
KRNY
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
MUFG
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 29.8%
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 45.6%
Earnings expanding 50.9% YoY
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.7% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KRNY
The strongest argument for KRNY centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.6% and operating margin at 29.8%. Revenue growth of 14.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MUFG
The strongest argument for MUFG centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.5% and operating margin at 45.6%. Revenue growth of 28.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : KRNY
The primary concerns for KRNY are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : MUFG
The primary concerns for MUFG are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 3.16 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KRNY profiles as a mature stock while MUFG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
KRNY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.60 — expect wider price swings.
MUFG is growing revenue faster at 28.8% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
MUFG scores higher overall (79/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 27.5% margins and 28.8% 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.
Kearny Financial Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Kearny Financial Corp. The company is headquartered in Fairfield, New Jersey.
Visit Website →Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc., a banking holding company, offers financial services in Japan, the United States, and Asia / Oceania. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
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