Mizuho Financial Group Inc. (MFG)vsWoori Financial Group Inc (WF)
MFG
Mizuho Financial Group Inc.
$11.34
-1.00%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $136.43B
WF
Woori Financial Group Inc
$78.87
+5.78%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $18.17B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Woori Financial Group Inc generates 129% more annual revenue ($10.86T vs $4.74T). WF leads profitability with a 29.3% profit margin vs 29.1%. MFG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.70. MFG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 82/100 (A-).
MFG
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
WF
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 46.7%
Revenue surging 35.0% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 45.4%
Revenue surging 33.7% year-over-year
Generating 6.4T in free cash flow
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MFG
The strongest argument for MFG centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.1% and operating margin at 46.7%. Revenue growth of 35.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WF
The strongest argument for WF centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.3% and operating margin at 45.4%. Revenue growth of 33.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MFG
The primary concerns for MFG are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 5.91 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : WF
The primary concerns for WF are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.64 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WF carries more volatility with a beta of 0.52 — expect wider price swings.
MFG is growing revenue faster at 35.0% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor BANKS - REGIONAL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
MFG scores higher overall (82/100 vs 74/100), backed by strong 29.1% margins and 35.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Mizuho Financial Group Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. engages in banking, trusts, securities and other businesses related to financial services in Japan, America, Europe, Asia / Oceania and internationally. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
Woori Financial Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Woori Financial Group Inc. is a commercial bank providing a range of financial services to individual, commercial and institutional clients in Korea. The company is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea.
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