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COF
Capital One Financial Corporation
$181.92
-2.58
(-1.4%)
| Exchange: | NYSE |
| Market Cap: | 113.142B |
| Shares Outstanding: | 198.333M |
About The Company
| Sector: | Financial Services | |||||
| Industry: | Financial – Credit Services | |||||
| CEO: | Richard D. Fairbank | |||||
| Full Time Employees: | 76300 | |||||
| Address: |
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| Website: | https://www.capitalone.com |
Capital One Financial Corporation operates as the financial services holding company for the Capital One Bank (USA), National Association; and Capital One, National Association, which provides various financial products and services in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. It operates through three segments: Credit Card, Consumer Banking, and Commercial Banking. The company accepts checking accounts, money market deposits, negotiable order of withdrawals, savings deposits, and time deposits. Its loan products include credit card loans; auto and retail banking loans; and commercial and multifamily real estate, and commercial and industrial loans. The company also offers credit and debit card products; online direct banking services; and treasury management and depository services. It serves consumers, small businesses, and commercial clients through digital channels, branches, cafés, and other distribution channels located in New York, Louisiana, Texas, Maryland, Virginia, New Jersey, and California. Capital One Financial Corporation was founded in 1988 and is headquartered in McLean, Virginia.
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| Year | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 49,484,000 | 53,938,000 | 69,252,000 |
| Gross Profit | 26,361,000 | 27,396,000 | 32,779,000 |
| EBITDA | 9,271,000 | 9,147,000 | 7,541,000 |
| Operating Income | 6,045,000 | 5,910,000 | 2,281,000 |
| Net Income | 4,887,000 | 4,750,000 | 2,453,000 |
(* All numbers are in thousands)
Balance Sheet
| Year | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | 478,464,000 | 490,144,000 | 669,009,000 |
| Total Liabilities | 420,375,000 | 429,360,000 | 555,393,000 |
| Total Stockholders Equity | 58,089,000 | 60,784,000 | 113,616,000 |
| Total Debt | 49,856,000 | 45,551,000 | 0 |
| Cash and Cash Equivalents | 43,297,000 | 43,230,000 | 3,031,000 |
(* All numbers are in thousands)
Cash Flow Statement
| Year | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | 20,575,000 | 18,159,000 | 27,718,000 |
| Capital Expenditure | -961,000 | -1,204,000 | 0 |
| Free Cash Flow | 19,614,000 | 16,955,000 | 27,718,000 |
| Net Income | 4,887,000 | 4,750,000 | 2,453,000 |
| Net Change in Cash | 12,499,000 | -84,000 | 0 |
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Analyst Estimates
| Fiscal Year | 2028 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
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| Estimated Revenue (Low) | 69,648,342.606 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated Revenue (High) | 71,089,742.782 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated Revenue (Avg) | 70,369,042.694 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated Ebitda (Low) | 19,396,612.271 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated Ebitda (High) | 19,798,032.883 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated Ebitda (Avg) | 19,597,322.577 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated Net Income (Low) | 12,591,320.061 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated Net Income (High) | 16,890,075.671 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated Net Income (Avg) | 13,366,487.680 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated SGA Expense (Low) | 20,036,299.747 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated SGA Expense (High) | 20,450,958.947 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated SGA Expense (Avg) | 20,243,629.347 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated EPS (Avg) | 27.230 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated EPS (High) | 31.200 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated EPS (Low) | 23.260 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Number of Analysts (Estimated Revenue) | 3 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Number of Analysts (Estimated EPS) | 2 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
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Strengths (preview)
- Strong Stock Performance and Market Confidence: COF shares have risen 38.9% over the past year and hit an all-time high of $210.67, reflecting investor optimism, particularly around the Discover Financial Services (DFS) acquisition, which was approved by over 99.8% of shareholders.
- Robust Financial Metrics: Q3 2024 net income reached $1.8 billion, with a full-year 2024 net income of $4.75 billion. The company maintains a strong liquidity coverage ratio over 150% and $140 billion in reserves, ensuring depositor confidence and financial stability.
- Consistent Revenue Growth: Revenue increased from $36.79 billion in 2023 to $39.11 billion in 2024, supported by diverse income streams such as interchange fees ($4.88 billion in 2024). This growth aligns with steady operating cash flow, reaching $18.16 billion in 2024.
- Attractive Valuation and Returns: COF's current P/E ratio of 14.55 and forward P/E for 2025 at 11.81 suggest the stock is reasonably valued with potential for further appreciation. A dividend yield of 1.3% and consistent quarterly dividends ($0.60 per share) enhance shareholder returns.
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Based on current fundamentals and analyst forecasts, MARKETSnap estimates COF intrinsic value between $241.67 – $650.37 per share. This depends on revenue growth, margins, and discount rate.
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Is Capital One Financial Corporation (COF) overvalued or undervalued right now?
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| Open: | 180.76 | Previous Close: | 184.5 | |
| Day Low: | 177.72 | Day High: | 185.12 | |
| Year Low: | 143.22 | Year High: | 259.64 | |
| Price Avg 50: | 199.53 | Price Avg 200: | 216.12 | |
| Volume: | 3.761M | Average Volume: | 5.323M |
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Welcome to MARKETSNAP’s SWOT analysis for Capital One Financial Corporation, or COF as it’s known on the ticker. If you’re a long-term investor looking to build wealth, you’ve likely come across this giant in the financial services space. Today, we’re diving deep into what makes Capital One tick, breaking down its strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats, while keeping an eye on both short-term trends and long-term potential. Let’s unpack this together and see if Capital One deserves a spot in…
