Brookfield Corp (BN)vsNorthern Trust Corporation (NTRS)
BN
Brookfield Corp
$38.49
+2.62%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $81.75B
NTRS
Northern Trust Corporation
$171.90
+0.91%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $31.17B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Brookfield Corp generates 765% more annual revenue ($80.69B vs $9.33B). NTRS leads profitability with a 26.0% profit margin vs 1.8%. NTRS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.94. NTRS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 82/100 (A-).
BN
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
NTRS
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
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
Strong operational efficiency at 34.8%
Keeps 26 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 48.5% YoY
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
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : NTRS
The strongest argument for NTRS centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.0% and operating margin at 34.8%. Revenue growth of 12.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BN
The primary concerns for BN are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 67.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 5.69 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : NTRS
The primary concerns for NTRS are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BN profiles as a value stock while NTRS is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
BN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.84 — expect wider price swings.
NTRS is growing revenue faster at 12.1% — sustainability is the question.
NTRS generates stronger free cash flow (-284M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NTRS scores higher overall (82/100 vs 66/100), backed by strong 26.0% margins and 12.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Strong 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.
Northern Trust Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Northern Trust Corporation is a financial services company headquartered in Chicago, Illinois that caters to corporations, institutional investors, and ultra high net worth individuals.
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