BlackRock Inc (BLK)vsState Street Corp (STT)
BLK
BlackRock Inc
$995.60
+1.05%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $158.18B
STT
State Street Corp
$157.88
-1.19%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $44.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BlackRock Inc generates 78% more annual revenue ($25.64B vs $14.39B). BLK leads profitability with a 24.4% profit margin vs 21.3%. STT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.09. BLK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
BLK
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
STT
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 35.6%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 27.0% year-over-year
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 27.8%
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
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, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.4% and operating margin at 35.6%. Revenue growth of 27.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : STT
The strongest argument for STT centers on Profit Margin, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.3% and operating margin at 27.8%. PEG of 1.09 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BLK
The primary concerns for BLK are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow.
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 1.46 — expect wider price swings.
BLK is growing revenue faster at 27.0% — sustainability is the question.
BLK generates stronger free cash flow (-1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BLK scores higher overall (78/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 24.4% margins and 27.0% 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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