AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. (AB)vsBrookfield Corp (BN)
AB
AllianceBernstein Holding L.P.
$36.72
+0.47%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $3.37B
BN
Brookfield Corp
$39.22
-0.58%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $86.53B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Brookfield Corp generates 23238% more annual revenue ($77.66B vs $332.76M). AB leads profitability with a 90.1% profit margin vs 1.7%. AB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.63. BN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
AB
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
BN
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-99.4%
Fair Value
$20.20
Current Price
$36.72
$16.52 premium
Margin of Safety
-103.3%
Fair Value
$22.93
Current Price
$39.22
$16.29 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 90 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 100.0%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 80.4% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 29.2%
Areas to Watch
Revenue declined 40.3%
Earnings declined 3.5%
3.5% revenue growth
ROE of 1.9% — below average capital efficiency
1.7% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AB
The strongest argument for AB centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 90.1% and operating margin at 100.0%. PEG of 0.63 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : BN
The strongest argument for BN centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Price/Book. PEG of 1.27 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AB
The primary concerns for AB are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : BN
The primary concerns for BN are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 78.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AB profiles as a declining stock while BN is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.86 — expect wider price swings.
BN is growing revenue faster at 3.5% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
BN scores higher overall (64/100 vs 55/100). Both earn "Buy" and "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.
AllianceBernstein Holding L.P.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
AllianceBernstein Holding LP is a publicly owned investment manager. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Brookfield Corporation is an alternative asset manager and REIT/Real Estate Investment Manager firm focuses on real estate, renewable power, infrastructure and venture capital and private equity assets. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada with additional offices across Northern America; South America; Europe; Middle East and Asia.
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