Ameriprise Financial Inc (AMP)vsApollo Global Management LLC Class A (APO)
AMP
Ameriprise Financial Inc
$468.59
+0.30%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $42.09B
APO
Apollo Global Management LLC Class A
$130.46
+1.35%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $75.21B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Apollo Global Management LLC Class A generates 65% more annual revenue ($31.79B vs $19.32B). AMP leads profitability with a 20.2% profit margin vs 11.0%. APO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.68. AMP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
AMP
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
APO
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 67 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 37.2%
Earnings expanding 66.0% YoY
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 87.7% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 2.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 57.3%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMP
The strongest argument for AMP centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.2% and operating margin at 37.2%.
Bull Case : APO
The strongest argument for APO centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 87.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.68 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AMP
The primary concerns for AMP are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : APO
The primary concerns for APO are Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMP profiles as a mature stock while APO is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
APO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.52 — expect wider price swings.
APO is growing revenue faster at 87.7% — sustainability is the question.
APO generates stronger free cash flow (2.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AMP scores higher overall (74/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 20.2% margins. 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.
Ameriprise Financial Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Ameriprise Financial, Inc. is a diversified financial services company and bank holding company incorporated in Delaware and headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It provides financial planning products and services, including wealth management, asset management, insurance, annuities, and estate planning.
Apollo Global Management LLC Class A
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Apollo Global Management LLC Class A (APO) is a premier global alternative investment firm renowned for its strategic focus on private equity, credit, and real estate investments across diverse sectors including healthcare, financial services, and technology. The firm utilizes a rigorous investment approach, drawing on extensive industry expertise and operational insights to optimize portfolio performance and drive long-term growth. With a commitment to identifying lucrative investment opportunities in both developed and emerging markets, Apollo aims to generate attractive risk-adjusted returns for its investors, backed by its significant capital resources and innovative strategies.
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