American International Group Inc (AIG)vsBlackstone Group Inc (BX)
AIG
American International Group Inc
$77.75
-3.93%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $41.61B
BX
Blackstone Group Inc
$119.51
-0.27%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $141.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American International Group Inc generates 73% more annual revenue ($26.74B vs $15.47B). BX leads profitability with a 23.0% profit margin vs 11.1%. AIG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.68. AIG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
AIG
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
BX
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 2.7B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 48.9%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
0.5% revenue growth
ROE of 1.9% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 10.1%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Moderate valuation
Trading at 10.8x book value
3.7% earnings growth
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AIG
The strongest argument for AIG centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.68 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : BX
The strongest argument for BX centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.0% and operating margin at 48.9%. PEG of 1.17 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AIG
The primary concerns for AIG are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : BX
The primary concerns for BX are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 1.61 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AIG profiles as a value stock while BX is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
BX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.59 — expect wider price swings.
AIG is growing revenue faster at 0.5% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
AIG scores higher overall (61/100 vs 59/100). 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.
American International Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - DIVERSIFIED · USA
American International Group, Inc., also known as AIG, is an American multinational finance and insurance corporation with operations in more than 80 countries and jurisdictions. The company operates through three core businesses: General Insurance, Life & Retirement, and a standalone technology-enabled subsidiary.
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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