Ameriprise Financial Inc (AMP)vsBrookfield Corp (BN)
AMP
Ameriprise Financial Inc
$468.59
+0.30%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $42.09B
BN
Brookfield Corp
$44.99
-0.53%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $101.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Brookfield Corp generates 302% more annual revenue ($77.66B vs $19.32B). AMP leads profitability with a 20.2% profit margin vs 1.7%. BN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.27. AMP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
AMP
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
BN
Buy61
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
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : 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 : 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 : AMP
The primary concerns for AMP are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : BN
The primary concerns for BN are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 92.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMP profiles as a mature stock while BN is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.83 — expect wider price swings.
AMP is growing revenue faster at 9.0% — sustainability is the question.
BN generates stronger free cash flow (-998M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AMP scores higher overall (74/100 vs 61/100), 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.
Brookfield Corp
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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