Brookfield Corp (BN)vsHercules Capital, Inc. (HTGC)
BN
Brookfield Corp
$37.51
+0.86%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $85.32B
HTGC
Hercules Capital, Inc.
$17.33
-2.42%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $3.30B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Brookfield Corp generates 14152% more annual revenue ($80.69B vs $566.17M). HTGC leads profitability with a 67.7% profit margin vs 1.8%. HTGC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.53. HTGC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
BN
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
HTGC
Strong Buy76
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 68 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 83.2%
Earnings expanding 54.7% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
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
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : HTGC
The strongest argument for HTGC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 67.7% and operating margin at 83.2%. PEG of 0.53 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : HTGC
The primary concerns for HTGC are Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BN profiles as a value stock while HTGC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
BN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.82 — expect wider price swings.
HTGC is growing revenue faster at 8.5% — sustainability is the question.
HTGC generates stronger free cash flow (298M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HTGC scores higher overall (76/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 67.7% margins. 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.
Hercules Capital, Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Hercules Capital, Inc. (HTGC) is a leading publicly traded business development company that specializes in providing tailored debt and equity financing solutions to growth-oriented companies, primarily in the technology and life sciences sectors. Leveraging its deep industry knowledge and expertise, Hercules focuses on investing in high-growth firms, facilitating their scalability while ensuring a diversified portfolio that prioritizes credit quality and risk-adjusted returns. As a strategic partner for innovative ventures, Hercules Capital is dedicated to fostering sustainable value, making it an attractive investment opportunity for institutional investors seeking exposure to dynamic and emerging markets.
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