Brookfield Corp (BN)vsAxa Equitable Holdings Inc (EQH)
BN
Brookfield Corp
$42.37
-1.60%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $93.39B
EQH
Axa Equitable Holdings Inc
$48.35
-2.11%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $13.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Brookfield Corp generates 599% more annual revenue ($79.11B vs $11.32B). BN leads profitability with a 1.7% profit margin vs -7.3%. BN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
BN
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
EQH
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 158.8% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.9%
Earnings expanding 1244.0% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 22.4%
Areas to Watch
ROE of 2.8% — below average capital efficiency
1.7% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -301.1% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 7.6%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BN
The strongest argument for BN centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Price/Book. PEG of 1.27 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : EQH
The strongest argument for EQH centers on EPS Growth, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : BN
The primary concerns for BN are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 82.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 5.72 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : EQH
The primary concerns for EQH are Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 25.37 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BN profiles as a value stock while EQH is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
BN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.84 — expect wider price swings.
BN is growing revenue faster at 7.9% — sustainability is the question.
EQH generates stronger free cash flow (490M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BN scores higher overall (63/100 vs 45/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
Axa Equitable Holdings Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Equitable Holdings, Inc. is a globally diversified financial services company. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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