Brookfield Corp (BN)vsChicago Atlantic BDC, Inc. (LIEN)
BN
Brookfield Corp
$44.60
+1.06%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $101.83B
LIEN
Chicago Atlantic BDC, Inc.
$9.82
-0.30%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $223.41M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Brookfield Corp generates 133804% more annual revenue ($79.11B vs $59.08M). LIEN leads profitability with a 57.9% profit margin vs 1.7%. LIEN trades at a lower P/E of 6.5x. LIEN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
BN
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
LIEN
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
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%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 58 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 65.8%
Revenue surging 40.1% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : LIEN
The strongest argument for LIEN centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 57.9% and operating margin at 65.8%. Revenue growth of 40.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BN
The primary concerns for BN are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 89.4x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 5.72 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : LIEN
The primary concerns for LIEN are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BN profiles as a value stock while LIEN is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.85 — expect wider price swings.
LIEN is growing revenue faster at 40.1% — sustainability is the question.
LIEN generates stronger free cash flow (-21M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LIEN scores higher overall (68/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 57.9% margins and 40.1% 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.
Chicago Atlantic BDC, Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Silver Spike Investment Corp. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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