Blackstone Group Inc (BX)vsSLR Investment Corp (SLRC)
BX
Blackstone Group Inc
$123.26
-0.43%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $152.33B
SLRC
SLR Investment Corp
$12.79
-2.74%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $704.85M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Blackstone Group Inc generates 6607% more annual revenue ($14.40B vs $214.65M). SLRC leads profitability with a 41.8% profit margin vs 21.2%. BX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.09. BX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
BX
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
SLRC
Buy53
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 42 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 69.5%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.6x book value
3.9% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : SLRC
The strongest argument for SLRC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 41.8% and operating margin at 69.5%.
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 : SLRC
The primary concerns for SLRC are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BX profiles as a mature stock while SLRC 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 53/100), 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.
SLR Investment Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Solar Capital Ltd. is a business development company specializing in secured debt (unitranche first lien and second lien), subordinated (unsecured) debt, minority equity and income-oriented strategic controlling capital investments in leveraged market companies. half.
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