AFC Gamma Inc (AFCG)vsBlackstone Group Inc (BX)
AFCG
AFC Gamma Inc
$3.55
+4.72%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $76.42M
BX
Blackstone Group Inc
$128.51
+2.47%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $149.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Blackstone Group Inc generates 80815% more annual revenue ($15.48B vs $19.14M). BX leads profitability with a 22.7% profit margin vs -17.1%. AFCG trades at a lower P/E of 18.8x. BX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
AFCG
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
BX
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 54.5%
Earnings expanding 171.5% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 39 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 54.4%
Earnings expanding 57.3% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 28.6% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -6.9% — below average capital efficiency
Moderate valuation
Trading at 11.4x book value
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AFCG
The strongest argument for AFCG centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 10.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : BX
The strongest argument for BX centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.7% and operating margin at 54.4%. Revenue growth of 28.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AFCG
The primary concerns for AFCG are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : BX
The primary concerns for BX are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.56 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AFCG profiles as a turnaround stock while BX is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.56 — expect wider price swings.
BX is growing revenue faster at 28.6% — sustainability is the question.
BX generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BX scores higher overall (75/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 22.7% margins and 28.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
AFC Gamma Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
AFC Gamma, Inc. originates, structures, underwrites and administers senior secured loans and other types of loans for established companies operating in the cannabis industry in states that have legalized medical and / or adult cannabis. The company is headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida.
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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