Brookfield Asset Management Ltd. (BAM)vsBlackstone Group Inc (BX)
BAM
Brookfield Asset Management Ltd.
$51.47
-1.01%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $77.08B
BX
Blackstone Group Inc
$118.18
-1.62%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $141.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Blackstone Group Inc generates 170% more annual revenue ($15.47B vs $5.74B). BAM leads profitability with a 48.9% profit margin vs 23.0%. BAM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.86. BAM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
BAM
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
BX
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Keeps 49 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 68.7%
Revenue surging 60.8% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
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
Moderate valuation
Trading at 11.0x book value
Grey zone — moderate risk
Weak financial health signals
Moderate valuation
Trading at 10.7x book value
3.7% earnings growth
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BAM
The strongest argument for BAM centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 48.9% and operating margin at 68.7%. Revenue growth of 60.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : BAM
The primary concerns for BAM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
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
BAM profiles as a growth 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.
BAM is growing revenue faster at 60.8% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor ASSET MANAGEMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
BAM scores higher overall (79/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 48.9% margins and 60.8% 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.
Brookfield Asset Management Ltd.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Brookfield Asset Management is a leading global alternative asset manager and one of the largest investors in real assets.
Visit Website →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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