Apollo Global Management LLC Class A (APO)vsCorebridge Financial Inc. (CRBG)
APO
Apollo Global Management LLC Class A
$124.39
+0.19%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $83.12B
CRBG
Corebridge Financial Inc.
$33.84
+0.12%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $15.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Apollo Global Management LLC Class A generates 82% more annual revenue ($35.60B vs $19.52B). APO leads profitability with a 5.3% profit margin vs 4.7%. CRBG trades at a lower P/E of 22.3x. APO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
APO
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
CRBG
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 63.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 63.7% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 22.0%
Generating 3.2B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 25.9% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
5.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
4.7% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Earnings declined 58.1%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APO
The strongest argument for APO centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 63.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.65 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : CRBG
The strongest argument for CRBG centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 25.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : APO
The primary concerns for APO are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 49.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : CRBG
The primary concerns for CRBG are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity, EPS Growth. Thin 4.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APO profiles as a hypergrowth stock while CRBG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
APO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.51 — expect wider price swings.
APO is growing revenue faster at 63.8% — sustainability is the question.
APO generates stronger free cash flow (3.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
APO scores higher overall (72/100 vs 54/100) and 63.8% 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.
Apollo Global Management LLC Class A
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Apollo Global Management LLC Class A (APO) is a prominent global alternative investment firm that specializes in private equity, credit, and real estate investments across various sectors, including healthcare, financial services, and technology. With a rigorous, research-driven investment strategy and significant industry expertise, Apollo identifies and capitalizes on high-potential opportunities in both developed and emerging markets. The firm is dedicated to maximizing portfolio performance and driving sustainable growth, seeking to deliver attractive risk-adjusted returns for its investors. With a strong capital base and a proven track record, Apollo Global Management stands as a leader in the alternative investment landscape.
Corebridge Financial Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Corebridge Financial, Inc. offers retirement solutions and insurance products in the United States. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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