Brookfield Asset Management Inc (BAM)vsSouthern Company (SO)
BAM
Brookfield Asset Management Inc
$42.87
-1.08%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $70.28B
SO
Southern Company
$94.61
+0.67%
UTILITIES · Cap: $105.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Company generates 514% more annual revenue ($29.55B vs $4.82B). BAM leads profitability with a 51.6% profit margin vs 14.7%. BAM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.48. BAM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
BAM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
SO
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-400.1%
Fair Value
$10.47
Current Price
$42.87
$32.40 premium
Margin of Safety
-254.9%
Fair Value
$26.66
Current Price
$94.61
$67.95 premium
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
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 8.5x book value
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 20.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 22.1%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : SO
The strongest argument for SO centers on Market Cap, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 10.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BAM
The primary concerns for BAM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SO
The primary concerns for SO are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BAM profiles as a growth stock while SO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BAM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.29 — expect wider price swings.
BAM is growing revenue faster at 31.1% — sustainability is the question.
BAM generates stronger free cash flow (706M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BAM scores higher overall (66/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 51.6% margins and 31.1% 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.
Brookfield Asset Management Inc
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 →Southern Company
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Southern Company is an American gas and electric utility holding company based in the southern United States. It is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with executive offices also located in Birmingham, Alabama.
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