Blackstone Group Inc (BX)vsHennessy Ad (HNNA)
BX
Blackstone Group Inc
$128.51
+2.47%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $149.90B
HNNA
Hennessy Ad
$10.30
+1.28%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $80.90M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Blackstone Group Inc generates 46336% more annual revenue ($15.48B vs $33.34M). HNNA leads profitability with a 24.8% profit margin vs 22.7%. HNNA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.71. BX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
BX
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
HNNA
Buy60
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 34.7%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 11.4x book value
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
4.2% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Earnings declined 3.8%
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 : HNNA
The strongest argument for HNNA centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.8% and operating margin at 34.7%. PEG of 0.71 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : HNNA
The primary concerns for HNNA are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BX profiles as a growth stock while HNNA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
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.
Bottom Line
BX scores higher overall (75/100 vs 60/100), 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.
Hennessy Ad
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Hennessy Advisors, Inc. is a publicly owned investment manager. The company is headquartered in Novato, California with additional offices in Boston, Massachusetts and Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
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