Ambev SA ADR (ABEV)vsBlackstone Group Inc (BX)
ABEV
Ambev SA ADR
$3.29
+0.30%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $53.50B
BX
Blackstone Group Inc
$123.77
+1.18%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $149.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ambev SA ADR generates 513% more annual revenue ($88.21B vs $14.40B). BX leads profitability with a 21.2% profit margin vs 17.7%. BX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.82. BX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
ABEV
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
BX
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+74.4%
Fair Value
$11.91
Current Price
$3.29
$8.62 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BX.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Generating 11.6B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 26.5%
Strong operational efficiency at 38.0%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.2% earnings growth
Revenue declined 0.1%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.6x book value
3.9% earnings growth
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ABEV
The strongest argument for ABEV centers on Free Cash Flow, Market Cap, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.7% and operating margin at 26.5%.
Bull Case : BX
The strongest argument for BX centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.2% and operating margin at 38.0%.
Bear Case : ABEV
The primary concerns for ABEV are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : BX
The primary concerns for BX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 1.63 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ABEV profiles as a declining stock while BX is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
BX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — expect wider price swings.
BX is growing revenue faster at 5.7% — sustainability is the question.
ABEV generates stronger free cash flow (11.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BX scores higher overall (61/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 21.2% margins. ABEV offers better value entry with a 74.4% margin of safety. 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.
Ambev SA ADR
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - BREWERS · USA
Ambev SA produces, distributes and sells beer, draft beer, carbonated soft drinks (CSD), other non-alcoholic beverages, malt and food products in the Americas. The company is headquartered in So Paulo, Brazil.
Blackstone Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Blackstone Group Inc. is an alternative asset management company specializing in real estate, private equity, hedge fund solutions, credit, secondary funds of funds, public debt and equity strategies and multiple asset classes. The company is headquartered in New York, New York with additional offices across Asia, Europe and North America.
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