Blackstone Group Inc (BX)vsRaymond James Financial Inc. (RJF)
BX
Blackstone Group Inc
$128.51
+2.47%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $149.90B
RJF
Raymond James Financial Inc.
$173.46
-0.04%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $33.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Blackstone Group Inc generates 2% more annual revenue ($15.48B vs $15.24B). BX leads profitability with a 22.7% profit margin vs 15.1%. RJF appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.88. RJF earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
BX
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
RJF
Strong Buy76
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
15.1% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 42.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 11.4x book value
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : RJF
The strongest argument for RJF centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.1% and operating margin at 19.3%. Revenue growth of 15.1% 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 : RJF
The primary concerns for RJF are Altman Z-Score.
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.
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Bottom Line
RJF scores higher overall (76/100 vs 75/100), backed by strong 15.1% margins and 15.1% 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.
Raymond James Financial Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Raymond James Financial is an American multinational independent investment bank and financial services company providing financial services to individuals, corporations, and municipalities through its subsidiary companies that engage primarily in investment and financial planning, in addition to investment banking and asset management.
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