Ares Management LP (ARES)vsBrookfield Corp (BN)
ARES
Ares Management LP
$126.25
+2.52%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $40.95B
BN
Brookfield Corp
$47.08
+1.23%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $104.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Brookfield Corp generates 1214% more annual revenue ($77.66B vs $5.91B). ARES leads profitability with a 10.5% profit margin vs 1.7%. ARES appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.97. ARES earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
ARES
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
BN
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 771.0% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 28.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 80.4% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 29.2%
Areas to Watch
Trading at 9.9x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
3.5% revenue growth
ROE of 1.9% — below average capital efficiency
1.7% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ARES
The strongest argument for ARES centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 28.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.97 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : BN
The strongest argument for BN centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Price/Book. PEG of 1.27 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ARES
The primary concerns for ARES are Price/Book, P/E Ratio, Free Cash Flow. A P/E of 72.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : BN
The primary concerns for BN are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 94.9x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ARES profiles as a growth stock while BN is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.85 — expect wider price swings.
ARES is growing revenue faster at 28.3% — sustainability is the question.
BN generates stronger free cash flow (-998M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ARES scores higher overall (67/100 vs 61/100) and 28.3% 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.
Ares Management LP
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Ares Management Corporation is an alternative asset manager in the United States, Europe, and Asia.
Brookfield Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Brookfield Corporation is an alternative asset manager and REIT/Real Estate Investment Manager firm focuses on real estate, renewable power, infrastructure and venture capital and private equity assets. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada with additional offices across Northern America; South America; Europe; Middle East and Asia.
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