Blackstone Group Inc (BX)vsFederated Investors Inc B (FHI)
BX
Blackstone Group Inc
$128.51
+2.47%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $149.90B
FHI
Federated Investors Inc B
$59.57
-2.33%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $4.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Blackstone Group Inc generates 701% more annual revenue ($15.48B vs $1.93B). BX leads profitability with a 22.7% profit margin vs 21.3%. BX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.21. BX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
BX
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
FHI
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 39 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 54.4%
Earnings expanding 57.3% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 28.6% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 27.7%
18.3% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 11.4x book value
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
No major concerns identified
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BX
The strongest argument for BX centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.7% and operating margin at 54.4%. Revenue growth of 28.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : FHI
The strongest argument for FHI centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.3% and operating margin at 27.7%. Revenue growth of 18.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BX
The primary concerns for BX are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.56 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : FHI
No major red flags identified for FHI, but monitor valuation.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.56 — expect wider price swings.
BX is growing revenue faster at 28.6% — sustainability is the question.
BX generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ASSET MANAGEMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
BX scores higher overall (75/100 vs 73/100), backed by strong 22.7% margins and 28.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Blackstone Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Blackstone Group Inc. is an alternative asset management company specializing in real estate, private equity, hedge fund solutions, credit, secondary funds of funds, public debt and equity strategies and multiple asset classes. The company is headquartered in New York, New York with additional offices across Asia, Europe and North America.
Federated Investors Inc B
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Federated Hermes, Inc. is a publicly owned asset management portfolio company. The company is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania with additional offices in New York City and London, United Kingdom.
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