Ameriprise Financial Inc (AMP)vsBlackRock Inc (BLK)
AMP
Ameriprise Financial Inc
$438.94
+1.12%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $40.79B
BLK
BlackRock Inc
$957.91
-1.21%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $146.72B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BlackRock Inc generates 28% more annual revenue ($24.22B vs $18.91B). BLK leads profitability with a 22.9% profit margin vs 18.8%. BLK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.96. BLK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
AMP
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
BLK
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-97.1%
Fair Value
$246.57
Current Price
$438.94
$192.37 premium
Margin of Safety
-304.2%
Fair Value
$239.90
Current Price
$957.91
$718.01 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 61 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 35.3%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 36.7%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 23.4% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Earnings declined 110.0%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 31.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMP
The strongest argument for AMP centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.8% and operating margin at 35.3%.
Bull Case : BLK
The strongest argument for BLK centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.9% and operating margin at 36.7%. Revenue growth of 23.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AMP
The primary concerns for AMP are EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : BLK
The primary concerns for BLK are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMP profiles as a mature stock while BLK is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BLK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.49 — expect wider price swings.
BLK is growing revenue faster at 23.4% — sustainability is the question.
BLK generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BLK scores higher overall (70/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 22.9% margins and 23.4% revenue growth. 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.
Ameriprise Financial Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Ameriprise Financial, Inc. is a diversified financial services company and bank holding company incorporated in Delaware and headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It provides financial planning products and services, including wealth management, asset management, insurance, annuities, and estate planning.
BlackRock Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
BlackRock, Inc. is an American multinational investment management corporation based in New York City.
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