Artisan Partners Asset Management Inc (APAM)vsBlackstone Group Inc (BX)
APAM
Artisan Partners Asset Management Inc
$37.91
-4.51%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $2.85B
BX
Blackstone Group Inc
$128.51
+2.47%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $149.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Blackstone Group Inc generates 1141% more annual revenue ($15.48B vs $1.25B). APAM leads profitability with a 24.1% profit margin vs 22.7%. BX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.21. BX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
APAM
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
BX
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 74 in profit
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 27.5%
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 : APAM
The strongest argument for APAM centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.1% and operating margin at 27.5%. PEG of 1.38 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : APAM
No major red flags identified for APAM, 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
APAM profiles as a mature stock while BX is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
APAM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.66 — expect wider price swings.
BX is growing revenue faster at 28.6% — sustainability is the question.
BX generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BX scores higher overall (75/100 vs 69/100), backed by strong 22.7% margins and 28.6% 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.
Artisan Partners Asset Management Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Artisan Partners Asset Management Inc. is a publicly owned investment manager. The company is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin with additional offices in Atlanta, Georgia; New York City; San Francisco, California; Leawood, Kansas; and London, United Kingdom.
Visit Website →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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