In this segment from The Motley Fool's everything-financials show, Where the Money Is, banking analyst Matt Koppenheffer tells fellow analyst David Hanson and viewers why he is considering picking up shares of Capital One (COF 0.26%). Matt cites the company's compelling business model and attractive valuation.
On the other hand, David notes the risks involved with Capital One's portfolio and why lack of revenue-diversity could ultimately hurt the stock.
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