Hennessy Ad (HNNA)vsKKR & Co. Inc. (KKR)
HNNA
Hennessy Ad
$10.30
+1.28%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $80.90M
KKR
KKR & Co. Inc.
$101.08
+0.21%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $93.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
KKR & Co. Inc. generates 77377% more annual revenue ($25.83B vs $33.34M). HNNA leads profitability with a 24.8% profit margin vs 12.2%. KKR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.46. KKR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
HNNA
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
KKR
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.6%
Earnings expanding 40.0% YoY
Generating 3.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
4.2% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Earnings declined 3.8%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : KKR
The strongest argument for KKR centers on PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Operating Margin. PEG of 0.46 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HNNA
The primary concerns for HNNA are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : KKR
The primary concerns for KKR are P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.63 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KKR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.79 — expect wider price swings.
KKR is growing revenue faster at 7.8% — sustainability is the question.
KKR generates stronger free cash flow (3.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ASSET MANAGEMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
KKR scores higher overall (66/100 vs 60/100). 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.
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.
KKR & Co. Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
KKR & Co. Inc. is a leading global investment firm established in 1976, with a strong focus on private equity, credit, and real asset investments. The firm excels at identifying complex market opportunities and utilizes its extensive industry knowledge and global network to create sustainable long-term value across its portfolio. KKR is recognized for its commitment to sustainable investing, seamlessly integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into its investment approach, thereby promoting responsible growth alongside financial performance. With a strategic emphasis on innovation and operational excellence, KKR remains a crucial player in the financial sector worldwide.
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