Brookfield Asset Management Inc (BAM)vsQualcomm Incorporated (QCOM)
BAM
Brookfield Asset Management Inc
$42.87
-1.08%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $70.28B
QCOM
Qualcomm Incorporated
$130.35
+0.15%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $137.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Qualcomm Incorporated generates 831% more annual revenue ($44.87B vs $4.82B). BAM leads profitability with a 51.6% profit margin vs 12.0%. QCOM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.55. BAM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
BAM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
QCOM
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-400.1%
Fair Value
$10.47
Current Price
$42.87
$32.40 premium
Margin of Safety
-285.6%
Fair Value
$33.80
Current Price
$130.35
$96.55 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 52 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 67.9%
Revenue surging 31.1% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 27.5%
Generating 4.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 8.5x book value
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 20.7%
Moderate valuation
Earnings declined 1.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BAM
The strongest argument for BAM centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 51.6% and operating margin at 67.9%. Revenue growth of 31.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : QCOM
The strongest argument for QCOM centers on Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Return on Equity. PEG of 0.55 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BAM
The primary concerns for BAM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : QCOM
The primary concerns for QCOM are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BAM profiles as a growth stock while QCOM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BAM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.29 — expect wider price swings.
BAM is growing revenue faster at 31.1% — sustainability is the question.
QCOM generates stronger free cash flow (4.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BAM scores higher overall (66/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 51.6% margins and 31.1% 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 Inc
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 →Qualcomm Incorporated
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Qualcomm is an American multinational corporation headquartered in San Diego, California, and incorporated in Delaware. It creates semiconductors, software, and services related to wireless technology. It owns patents critical to the 5G, 4G, CDMA2000, TD-SCDMA and WCDMA mobile communications standards.
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