Blackstone Group Inc (BX)vsU.S. Bancorp (USB)
BX
Blackstone Group Inc
$123.77
+1.18%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $149.52B
USB
U.S. Bancorp
$55.53
+0.40%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $85.86B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
U.S. Bancorp generates 85% more annual revenue ($26.65B vs $14.40B). USB leads profitability with a 29.3% profit margin vs 21.2%. BX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.82. USB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
BX
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
USB
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 38.0%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 37.8%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.6x book value
3.9% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.6% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BX
The strongest argument for BX centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.2% and operating margin at 38.0%.
Bull Case : USB
The strongest argument for USB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.3% and operating margin at 37.8%.
Bear Case : BX
The primary concerns for BX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 1.63 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : USB
The primary concerns for USB are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BX profiles as a mature stock while USB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — expect wider price swings.
BX is growing revenue faster at 5.7% — sustainability is the question.
USB generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
USB scores higher overall (71/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 29.3% margins. 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.
U.S. Bancorp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
U.S. Bancorp is an American bank holding company based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and incorporated in Delaware. The company provides banking, investment, mortgage, trust, and payment services products to individuals, businesses, governmental entities, and other financial institutions.
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