KKR & Co LP (KKR)vsSynchrony Financial (SYF)
KKR
KKR & Co LP
$102.52
+2.17%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $92.71B
SYF
Synchrony Financial
$73.14
-1.16%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $25.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
KKR & Co LP generates 157% more annual revenue ($25.38B vs $9.89B). SYF leads profitability with a 36.4% profit margin vs 11.7%. KKR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.54. SYF earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
KKR
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
SYF
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 2.3B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 48.0%
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 20.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 5.4%
Earnings declined 2.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KKR
The strongest argument for KKR centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 0.54 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SYF
The strongest argument for SYF centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 36.4% and operating margin at 48.0%.
Bear Case : KKR
The primary concerns for KKR are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. A P/E of 42.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : SYF
The primary concerns for SYF are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KKR profiles as a declining stock while SYF is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
KKR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.85 — expect wider price swings.
SYF is growing revenue faster at 6.1% — sustainability is the question.
KKR generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SYF scores higher overall (77/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 36.4% margins. Both earn "Strong 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.
KKR & Co LP
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
KKR & Co. LP, established in 1976, is a premier global investment firm renowned for its diversified investment strategies spanning private equity, credit, and real assets. Leveraging its deep industry insights and vast global network, KKR effectively identifies and capitalizes on complex market opportunities, driving sustainable long-term value for its portfolio companies. The firm is also a leader in sustainable investing, rigorously incorporating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria into its investment processes to ensure robust performance while fostering responsible growth in the financial markets. KKR’s commitment to innovative investment solutions and operational excellence positions it as a key player in the evolving landscape of global finance.
Synchrony Financial
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CREDIT SERVICES · USA
Synchrony Financial is a consumer financial services company headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, United States. The company offers consumer financing products, including credit, promotional financing and loyalty programs, installment lending to industries, and FDIC-insured consumer savings products through Synchrony Bank, its wholly owned online bank subsidiary.
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