Blackstone Group Inc (BX)vsHannon Armstrong Sustainable Infrastructure Capital Inc (HASI)
BX
Blackstone Group Inc
$123.26
-2.59%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $152.33B
HASI
Hannon Armstrong Sustainable Infrastructure Capital Inc
$38.67
-3.90%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $4.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Blackstone Group Inc generates 16277% more annual revenue ($14.40B vs $87.91M). HASI leads profitability with a 63.7% profit margin vs 21.2%. HASI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.34. BX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
BX
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
HASI
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 38.0%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Keeps 64 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 220.8% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.6x book value
3.9% earnings growth
ROE of 2.3% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 28.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BX
The strongest argument for BX centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.2% and operating margin at 38.0%.
Bull Case : HASI
The strongest argument for HASI centers on Profit Margin, EPS Growth, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 63.7% and operating margin at -123.8%. PEG of 1.34 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BX
The primary concerns for BX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 1.69 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : HASI
The primary concerns for HASI are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 95.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 2.19 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BX profiles as a mature stock while HASI is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
BX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.58 — expect wider price swings.
BX is growing revenue faster at 5.7% — sustainability is the question.
BX generates stronger free cash flow (958M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BX scores higher overall (59/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 21.2% margins. Both earn "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.
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.
Hannon Armstrong Sustainable Infrastructure Capital Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Hannon Armstrong Sustainable Infrastructure Capital, Inc. provides capital and services to the energy efficiency, renewable energy, and other sustainable infrastructure markets in the United States. The company is headquartered in Annapolis, Maryland.
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