Apollo Global Management LLC Class A (APO)vsFederated Investors Inc B (FHI)
APO
Apollo Global Management LLC Class A
$128.98
+0.84%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $83.12B
FHI
Federated Investors Inc B
$59.57
-2.33%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $4.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Apollo Global Management LLC Class A generates 1741% more annual revenue ($35.60B vs $1.93B). FHI leads profitability with a 21.3% profit margin vs 5.3%. APO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.65. FHI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
APO
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
FHI
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 63.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 63.7% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 22.0%
Generating 3.2B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 27.7%
18.3% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
5.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
No major concerns identified
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APO
The strongest argument for APO centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 63.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.65 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : FHI
The strongest argument for FHI centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.3% and operating margin at 27.7%. Revenue growth of 18.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : APO
The primary concerns for APO are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 49.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : FHI
No major red flags identified for FHI, but monitor valuation.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APO profiles as a hypergrowth stock while FHI is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
APO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.51 — expect wider price swings.
APO is growing revenue faster at 63.8% — sustainability is the question.
APO generates stronger free cash flow (3.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FHI scores higher overall (73/100 vs 72/100), backed by strong 21.3% margins and 18.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Apollo Global Management LLC Class A
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Apollo Global Management LLC Class A (APO) is a prominent global alternative investment firm that specializes in private equity, credit, and real estate investments across various sectors, including healthcare, financial services, and technology. With a rigorous, research-driven investment strategy and significant industry expertise, Apollo identifies and capitalizes on high-potential opportunities in both developed and emerging markets. The firm is dedicated to maximizing portfolio performance and driving sustainable growth, seeking to deliver attractive risk-adjusted returns for its investors. With a strong capital base and a proven track record, Apollo Global Management stands as a leader in the alternative investment landscape.
Federated Investors Inc B
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Federated Hermes, Inc. is a publicly owned asset management portfolio company. The company is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania with additional offices in New York City and London, United Kingdom.
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