Brookfield Asset Management Ltd. (BAM)vsBlackRock Inc (BLK)
BAM
Brookfield Asset Management Ltd.
$47.60
-0.79%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $77.98B
BLK
BlackRock Inc
$1,061.68
-0.89%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $163.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BlackRock Inc generates 432% more annual revenue ($25.64B vs $4.82B). BAM leads profitability with a 51.6% profit margin vs 24.4%. BLK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.35. BLK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
BAM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
BLK
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 52 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 67.9%
Revenue surging 31.1% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 35.6%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 27.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 45.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 9.4x book value
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 20.7%
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BAM
The strongest argument for BAM centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 51.6% and operating margin at 67.9%. Revenue growth of 31.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : BLK
The strongest argument for BLK centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.4% and operating margin at 35.6%. Revenue growth of 27.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BAM
The primary concerns for BAM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : BLK
The primary concerns for BLK are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BLK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.46 — expect wider price swings.
BAM is growing revenue faster at 31.1% — sustainability is the question.
BLK generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
BLK scores higher overall (78/100 vs 66/100), backed by strong 24.4% margins and 27.0% 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.
Brookfield Asset Management Ltd.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Brookfield Asset Management is a leading global alternative asset manager and one of the largest investors in real assets.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
BlackRock, Inc. is an American multinational investment management corporation based in New York City.
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