BlackRock Inc (BLK)vsState Street Corp (STT)
BLK
BlackRock Inc
$1,131.66
+0.40%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $171.40B
STT
State Street Corp
$185.23
+0.85%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $50.93B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BlackRock Inc generates 82% more annual revenue ($27.30B vs $15.02B). BLK leads profitability with a 24.1% profit margin vs 23.0%. STT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.78. BLK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
BLK
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
STT
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 35.1%
Revenue surging 30.6% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 27.8%
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Revenue declined 2.8%
Earnings declined 24.1%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BLK
The strongest argument for BLK centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.1% and operating margin at 35.1%. Revenue growth of 30.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : STT
The strongest argument for STT centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.0% and operating margin at 27.8%. PEG of 0.78 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BLK
The primary concerns for BLK are Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : STT
The primary concerns for STT are Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BLK profiles as a growth stock while STT is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
BLK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.44 — expect wider price swings.
BLK is growing revenue faster at 30.6% — sustainability is the question.
BLK generates stronger free cash flow (-1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BLK scores higher overall (76/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 24.1% margins and 30.6% 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.
BlackRock Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
BlackRock, Inc. is an American multinational investment management corporation based in New York City.
State Street Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
State Street Corporation is an American financial services and bank holding company headquartered at One Lincoln Street in Boston with operations worldwide.
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