Brookfield Corp (BN)vsT. Rowe Price Group Inc (TROW)
BN
Brookfield Corp
$38.22
+0.45%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $85.32B
TROW
T. Rowe Price Group Inc
$106.29
-1.17%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $23.34B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Brookfield Corp generates 963% more annual revenue ($80.69B vs $7.59B). TROW leads profitability with a 29.3% profit margin vs 1.8%. BN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.27. TROW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
BN
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
TROW
Strong Buy72
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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 20 in profit
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : TROW
The strongest argument for TROW centers on P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.3% and operating margin at 28.7%. Revenue growth of 10.7% 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 : TROW
The primary concerns for TROW are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BN profiles as a value stock while TROW is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
BN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.82 — expect wider price swings.
TROW is growing revenue faster at 10.7% — sustainability is the question.
TROW generates stronger free cash flow (326M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TROW scores higher overall (72/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 29.3% margins and 10.7% 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.
T. Rowe Price Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
T. Rowe Price Group, Inc. is an American publicly owned global investment management firm that offers funds, advisory services, account management, and retirement plans and services for individuals, institutions, and financial intermediaries.
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