Brookfield Business Partners LP (BBU)vsHarte Hanks Inc (HHS)
BBU
Brookfield Business Partners LP
$32.62
+6.60%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.71B
HHS
Harte Hanks Inc
$2.43
-0.82%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $21.13M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Brookfield Business Partners LP generates 16357% more annual revenue ($27.46B vs $166.84M). BBU leads profitability with a -0.1% profit margin vs -3.3%. BBU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
BBU
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
HHS
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 80.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
ROE of 2.4% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 4.5%
Currently unprofitable
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 2.6%
Elevated debt levels
ROE of -26.6% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BBU
The strongest argument for BBU centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book.
Bull Case : HHS
The strongest argument for HHS centers on Price/Book, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 1.19 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BBU
The primary concerns for BBU are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 19.07 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : HHS
The primary concerns for HHS are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BBU carries more volatility with a beta of 1.32 — expect wider price swings.
BBU is growing revenue faster at -4.5% — sustainability is the question.
BBU generates stronger free cash flow (763M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
BBU scores higher overall (52/100 vs 41/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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 Business Partners LP
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Brookfield Business Partners LP (BBU) is a leading global alternative asset manager that focuses on acquiring, operating, and enhancing a diversified portfolio of high-quality, cash-generating businesses. Capitalizing on the robust resources and expertise of its parent company, Brookfield Asset Management, BBU strategically invests in sectors such as industrials, utilities, and consumer products, employing a disciplined approach to operational improvements. With an emphasis on delivering sustainable cash distributions and capital appreciation, BBU is well-equipped to capitalize on growth opportunities, positioning itself to generate superior returns for its investors over the long term.
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INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Harte Hanks, Inc. is a customer experience company in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Chelmsford, Massachusetts.
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