Brookfield Business Partners LP (BBU)vsShopify Inc (SHOP)
BBU
Brookfield Business Partners LP
$32.62
+6.60%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.71B
SHOP
Shopify Inc
$118.42
+1.95%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $151.59B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Brookfield Business Partners LP generates 138% more annual revenue ($27.46B vs $11.56B). SHOP leads profitability with a 10.6% profit margin vs -0.1%. BBU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
BBU
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
SHOP
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BBU.
Margin of Safety
-1729.9%
Fair Value
$6.39
Current Price
$118.42
$112.03 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 80.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 30.6% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.3%
Areas to Watch
ROE of 2.4% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 4.5%
Currently unprofitable
Trading at 11.5x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BBU
The strongest argument for BBU centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book.
Bull Case : SHOP
The strongest argument for SHOP centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 30.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : SHOP
The primary concerns for SHOP are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 123.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BBU profiles as a turnaround stock while SHOP is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SHOP carries more volatility with a beta of 2.90 — expect wider price swings.
SHOP is growing revenue faster at 30.6% — sustainability is the question.
BBU generates stronger free cash flow (763M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BBU scores higher overall (52/100 vs 48/100). 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.
Visit Website →Shopify Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Shopify Inc., a commerce company, offers a commerce and service platform in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, Latin America, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada.
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