Brookfield Asset Management Ltd. (BAM)vsCohen & Steers Inc (CNS)
BAM
Brookfield Asset Management Ltd.
$47.26
+0.04%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $75.49B
CNS
Cohen & Steers Inc
$74.95
-2.23%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $4.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Brookfield Asset Management Ltd. generates 883% more annual revenue ($5.74B vs $583.89M). BAM leads profitability with a 48.9% profit margin vs 28.8%. 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+
CNS
Strong Buy71
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
Strong operational efficiency at 34.5%
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 31.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 10.1x book value
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 6.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : CNS
The strongest argument for CNS centers on Operating Margin, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.8% and operating margin at 34.5%. Revenue growth of 12.2% 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 : CNS
The primary concerns for CNS are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BAM profiles as a growth stock while CNS is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
BAM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
BAM is growing revenue faster at 60.8% — sustainability is the question.
BAM generates stronger free cash flow (393M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BAM scores higher overall (77/100 vs 71/100), 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 →Cohen & Steers Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Cohen & Steers, Inc. is a publicly owned asset management portfolio company. The company is headquartered in New York, with additional offices in London, United Kingdom; Central, Hong Kong; Tokyo, Japan; and Seattle, Washington.
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