Affiliated Managers Group, Inc. (AMG)vsBlackstone Group Inc (BX)
AMG
Affiliated Managers Group, Inc.
$355.61
+0.30%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $9.32B
BX
Blackstone Group Inc
$128.51
+2.47%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $149.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Blackstone Group Inc generates 582% more annual revenue ($15.48B vs $2.27B). AMG leads profitability with a 37.7% profit margin vs 22.7%. AMG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.62. AMG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (B+).
AMG
Strong Buy80
out of 100
Grade: B+
BX
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 38 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 30.4%
Earnings expanding 148.2% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 39 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 54.4%
Earnings expanding 57.3% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 28.6% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Moderate valuation
Trading at 11.4x book value
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMG
The strongest argument for AMG centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.7% and operating margin at 30.4%. Revenue growth of 29.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : BX
The strongest argument for BX centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.7% and operating margin at 54.4%. Revenue growth of 28.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AMG
No major red flags identified for AMG, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : BX
The primary concerns for BX are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.56 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.56 — expect wider price swings.
AMG is growing revenue faster at 29.9% — sustainability is the question.
BX generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ASSET MANAGEMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
AMG scores higher overall (80/100 vs 75/100), backed by strong 37.7% margins and 29.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Affiliated Managers Group, Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Affiliated Managers Group, Inc., through its affiliates, is an asset management company providing investment management services to mutual funds, institutional clients and high net worth individuals in the United States. The company is headquartered in Prides Crossing, Massachusetts.
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.
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