Apollo Global Management LLC Class A (APO)vsSWK Holdings Corp (SWKH)
APO
Apollo Global Management LLC Class A
$121.69
+0.83%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $73.44B
SWKH
SWK Holdings Corp
$15.90
0.00%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $192.33M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Apollo Global Management LLC Class A generates 94616% more annual revenue ($35.60B vs $37.58M). APO leads profitability with a 5.3% profit margin vs -6.7%. APO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
APO
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
SWKH
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 63.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 63.7% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 22.0%
Generating 3.2B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 157.1% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
5.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -1.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 27.8%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APO
The strongest argument for APO centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 63.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.47 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SWKH
The strongest argument for SWKH centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : APO
The primary concerns for APO are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 44.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : SWKH
The primary concerns for SWKH are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APO profiles as a hypergrowth stock while SWKH is a turnaround 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 43/100) and 63.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" 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.
SWK Holdings Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
SWK Holdings Corporation, a specialized finance company, focuses on the healthcare sector. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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