Ameriprise Financial Inc (AMP)vsBlackstone Group Inc (BX)
AMP
Ameriprise Financial Inc
$468.59
+0.30%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $42.09B
BX
Blackstone Group Inc
$123.09
-2.58%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $150.45B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ameriprise Financial Inc generates 34% more annual revenue ($19.32B vs $14.40B). BX leads profitability with a 21.2% profit margin vs 20.2%. AMP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.57. AMP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
AMP
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
BX
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 67 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 37.2%
Earnings expanding 66.0% YoY
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
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
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.5x book value
3.9% earnings growth
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMP
The strongest argument for AMP centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.2% and operating margin at 37.2%.
Bull 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%.
Bear Case : AMP
The primary concerns for AMP are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
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.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — expect wider price swings.
AMP is growing revenue faster at 9.0% — sustainability is the question.
BX generates stronger free cash flow (-25M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ASSET MANAGEMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
AMP scores higher overall (74/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 20.2% 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.
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.
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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