Blackstone Group Inc (BX)vsHannon Armstrong Sustainable Infrastructure Capital Inc (HASI)
BX
Blackstone Group Inc
$137.13
+2.76%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $167.62B
HASI
Hannon Armstrong Sustainable Infrastructure Capital Inc
$40.68
+6.38%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $4.84B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Blackstone Group Inc generates 17512% more annual revenue ($15.48B vs $87.91M). HASI leads profitability with a 63.7% profit margin vs 22.7%. HASI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.26. BX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
BX
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
HASI
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
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
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
Moderate valuation
Trading at 12.2x book value
Elevated debt levels
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, 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 : 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 1.26 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 1.56 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 94.7x 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 growth stock while HASI is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
BX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.55 — expect wider price swings.
BX is growing revenue faster at 28.6% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor ASSET MANAGEMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
BX scores higher overall (73/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 22.7% margins and 28.6% 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.
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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