Blackstone Group Inc (BX)vsSWK Holdings Corp (SWKH)
BX
Blackstone Group Inc
$114.18
+1.05%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $152.33B
SWKH
SWK Holdings Corp
$15.90
0.00%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $192.33M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Blackstone Group Inc generates 38207% more annual revenue ($14.40B vs $37.58M). BX leads profitability with a 21.2% profit margin vs -6.7%. BX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
BX
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
SWKH
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 157.1% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 10.7x book value
3.9% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -1.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 27.8%
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : SWKH
The strongest argument for SWKH centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity.
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 : SWKH
The primary concerns for SWKH are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BX profiles as a mature stock while SWKH is a turnaround 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 43/100), backed by strong 21.2% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
SWK Holdings Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
SWK Holdings Corporation, a specialized finance company, focuses on the healthcare sector. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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