Brookfield Business Partners LP (BBU)vsLumentum Holdings Inc (LITE)
BBU
Brookfield Business Partners LP
$32.62
+6.60%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.71B
LITE
Lumentum Holdings Inc
$777.17
-3.09%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $57.26B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Brookfield Business Partners LP generates 1204% more annual revenue ($27.46B vs $2.11B). LITE leads profitability with a 11.9% profit margin vs -0.1%. LITE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
BBU
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
LITE
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BBU.
Margin of Safety
-255.6%
Fair Value
$161.46
Current Price
$777.17
$615.71 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 80.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 65.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 71.1% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
ROE of 2.4% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 4.5%
Currently unprofitable
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 65.5x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BBU
The strongest argument for BBU centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book.
Bull Case : LITE
The strongest argument for LITE centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 65.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.97 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 : LITE
The primary concerns for LITE are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 232.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BBU profiles as a turnaround stock while LITE is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LITE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
LITE is growing revenue faster at 65.5% — sustainability is the question.
BBU generates stronger free cash flow (763M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LITE scores higher overall (69/100 vs 52/100) and 65.5% 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 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.
Visit Website →Lumentum Holdings Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Lumentum Holdings Inc. manufactures and sells optical and photonic products in the Americas, Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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