Brookfield Corp (BN)vsBlackstone Group Inc (BX)
BN
Brookfield Corp
$37.51
+0.86%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $85.32B
BX
Blackstone Group Inc
$124.96
-0.36%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $149.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Brookfield Corp generates 421% more annual revenue ($80.69B vs $15.48B). BX leads profitability with a 22.7% profit margin vs 1.8%. BX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.21. BX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
BN
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
BX
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.7%
Earnings expanding 40.3% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 39 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 54.4%
Earnings expanding 57.3% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 28.6% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
ROE of 3.0% — below average capital efficiency
1.8% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Moderate valuation
Trading at 11.1x book value
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BN
The strongest argument for BN centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. PEG of 1.27 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : BX
The strongest argument for BX centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.7% and operating margin at 54.4%. Revenue growth of 28.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BN
The primary concerns for BN are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 70.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 5.69 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : BX
The primary concerns for BX are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.56 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BN profiles as a value stock while BX is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.82 — expect wider price swings.
BX is growing revenue faster at 28.6% — sustainability is the question.
BX generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BX scores higher overall (75/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 22.7% margins and 28.6% 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.
Brookfield Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Brookfield Corporation is an alternative asset manager and REIT/Real Estate Investment Manager firm focuses on real estate, renewable power, infrastructure and venture capital and private equity assets. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada with additional offices across Northern America; South America; Europe; Middle East 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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