Discover Financial Services
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Price: 176.92 USD 0.19% Market Closed
Market Cap: 44.4B USD
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Net Margin
Discover Financial Services

17.7%
Current
29%
Average
14%
Industry

Net Margin measures how much net income is generated as a percentage of revenues received. It helps investors assess if a company's management is generating enough profit from its sales and whether operating costs and overhead costs are being contained.

Net Margin
17.7%
=
Net Income
3.8B
/
Revenue
21.6B

Net Margin Across Competitors

Country US
Market Cap 44.4B USD
Net Margin
18%
Country US
Market Cap 214B USD
Net Margin
14%
Country US
Market Cap 69.6B USD
Net Margin
11%
Country IN
Market Cap 4.2T INR
Net Margin
25%
Country US
Market Cap 26B USD
Net Margin
16%
Country KZ
Market Cap 18.7B USD
Net Margin
55%
Country US
Market Cap 18B USD
Net Margin
7%
Country IN
Market Cap 1.1T INR
Net Margin
21%
Country US
Market Cap 11.3B EUR
Net Margin
40%
Country IN
Market Cap 999B INR
Net Margin
17%
Country US
Market Cap 11B USD
Net Margin
9%
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Discover Financial Services
Glance View

Market Cap
44.4B USD
Industry
Financial Services
Economic Moat
None

In the bustling landscape of financial services, Discover Financial Services stands as a multifaceted enterprise, deeply ingrained in the fabric of consumer finance. Its origins trace back to 1985, when Sears, Roebuck & Co. first introduced the Discover card, opening up new avenues in the credit card market with a novel approach—no annual fee and cashback rewards. This innovation set the stage for what Discover would become: a powerhouse in direct banking and payment services. As it evolved, Discover carved out a unique space in the financial realm, becoming renowned for a spectrum of services that transcends traditional credit offerings. Today, it is not just about credit cards; Discover encompasses personal loans, student loans, and home loans, creating a holistic suite of lending products that cater to a diverse set of financial needs. This diversification is critical to its strategy, providing robust financial solutions and generating streams of revenue across the lending spectrum. Discover's revenue model is built on the bedrock of transaction fees, interest income, and loan servicing—a trifecta that vivifies its economic engine. When cardholders swipe their Discover card, the company garners transaction fees, a vital pulse in its revenue stream driven by millions of daily transactions. However, its prowess isn't confined to mere card swipes. Discover astutely harnesses the power of interest income, earned from customers carrying balances on their lines of credit, bolstering its financial stature. Meanwhile, its direct banking operations ensure constant cash flow through personal and student loans, where interest and fees further sweeten the pot. The company's strategic emphasis on customer loyalty and satisfaction through competitive rates and superior service creates a virtuous cycle, enhancing its brand reputation and ensuring a steady influx of customers eager to leverage its financial offerings. This intricate blend of innovative products and astute financial management positions Discover as a dynamic force in the financial services industry, continually adapting to the evolving matrix of consumer demands.

DFS Intrinsic Value
168.64 USD
Overvaluation 5%
Intrinsic Value
Price

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What is Net Margin?

Net Margin measures how much net income is generated as a percentage of revenues received. It helps investors assess if a company's management is generating enough profit from its sales and whether operating costs and overhead costs are being contained.

Net Margin
17.7%
=
Net Income
3.8B
/
Revenue
21.6B
What is the Net Margin of Discover Financial Services?

Based on Discover Financial Services's most recent financial statements, the company has Net Margin of 17.7%.