Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR (MUFG)vsUMB Financial Corporation (UMBF)
MUFG
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR
$19.91
+0.07%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $227.34B
UMBF
UMB Financial Corporation
$129.92
+0.95%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $10.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR generates 311540% more annual revenue ($8.51T vs $2.73B). UMBF leads profitability with a 32.3% profit margin vs 28.5%. MUFG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.73. UMBF earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 81/100 (A-).
MUFG
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
UMBF
Exceptional Buy81
out of 100
Grade: A-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 39.5%
Generating 8.1T in free cash flow
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
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 51.0%
Revenue surging 49.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 176.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MUFG
The strongest argument for MUFG centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.5% and operating margin at 39.5%. Revenue growth of 11.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : UMBF
The strongest argument for UMBF centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.3% and operating margin at 51.0%. Revenue growth of 49.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MUFG
The primary concerns for MUFG are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 3.52 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : UMBF
The primary concerns for UMBF are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MUFG profiles as a mature stock while UMBF is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
UMBF carries more volatility with a beta of 0.80 — expect wider price swings.
UMBF is growing revenue faster at 49.0% — sustainability is the question.
MUFG generates stronger free cash flow (8.1T), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UMBF scores higher overall (81/100 vs 73/100), backed by strong 32.3% margins and 49.0% 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.
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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FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
UMB Financial Corporation is the holding company of UMB Bank providing various banking and other financial services. The company is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri.
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