Ameriprise Financial Inc (AMP)vsBlackstone Group Inc (BX)
AMP
Ameriprise Financial Inc
$438.94
+1.12%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $40.79B
BX
Blackstone Group Inc
$110.43
-2.68%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $130.93B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ameriprise Financial Inc generates 33% more annual revenue ($18.91B vs $14.21B). BX leads profitability with a 21.2% profit margin vs 18.8%. BX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.13. BX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
AMP
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
BX
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-97.1%
Fair Value
$246.57
Current Price
$438.94
$192.37 premium
Margin of Safety
+35.7%
Fair Value
$181.12
Current Price
$110.43
$70.69 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 61 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 35.3%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 52.8%
Revenue surging 50.6% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 42.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Earnings declined 110.0%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Moderate valuation
Trading at 10.0x book value
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMP
The strongest argument for AMP centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.8% and operating margin at 35.3%.
Bull Case : BX
The strongest argument for BX centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.2% and operating margin at 52.8%. Revenue growth of 50.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AMP
The primary concerns for AMP are EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : BX
The primary concerns for BX are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.63 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMP profiles as a mature stock while BX is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.79 — expect wider price swings.
BX is growing revenue faster at 50.6% — sustainability is the question.
BX generates stronger free cash flow (-25M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BX scores higher overall (77/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 21.2% margins and 50.6% 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.
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.
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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