Brookfield Asset Management Ltd. (BAM)vsBlackstone Group Inc (BX)
BAM
Brookfield Asset Management Ltd.
$46.06
+1.41%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $75.49B
BX
Blackstone Group Inc
$124.96
-0.36%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $149.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Blackstone Group Inc generates 170% more annual revenue ($15.48B vs $5.74B). BAM leads profitability with a 48.9% profit margin vs 22.7%. BAM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.05. BAM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
BAM
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
BX
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 49 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 68.7%
Revenue surging 60.8% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 47.4% YoY
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
Moderate valuation
Trading at 9.8x book value
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 6.0% — below average capital efficiency
Moderate valuation
Trading at 11.1x book value
Elevated debt levels
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 48.9% and operating margin at 68.7%. Revenue growth of 60.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : BAM
The primary concerns for BAM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 5.69 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
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
BX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.56 — expect wider price swings.
BAM is growing revenue faster at 60.8% — sustainability is the question.
BX generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ASSET MANAGEMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
BAM scores higher overall (77/100 vs 75/100), backed by strong 48.9% margins and 60.8% 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.
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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