Ares Management LP (ARES)vsBlackstone Group Inc (BX)
ARES
Ares Management LP
$133.72
+0.19%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $41.08B
BX
Blackstone Group Inc
$119.51
-0.27%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $141.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Blackstone Group Inc generates 194% more annual revenue ($15.47B vs $5.25B). BX leads profitability with a 23.0% profit margin vs 12.1%. ARES appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.91. BX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
ARES
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
BX
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
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
Trading at 12.1x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : ARES
The strongest argument for ARES centers on PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.91 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 : ARES
The primary concerns for ARES are Price/Book, P/E Ratio, Free Cash Flow. A P/E of 57.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 3.75 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
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
ARES 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.
ARES is growing revenue faster at 9.6% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor ASSET MANAGEMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
BX scores higher overall (59/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 23.0% margins. 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.
Ares Management LP
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Ares Management Corporation is an alternative asset manager in the United States, Europe, and Asia.
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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