Brookfield Business Corp (BBUC)vsHarte Hanks Inc (HHS)
BBUC
Brookfield Business Corp
$26.41
+0.11%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $5.43B
HHS
Harte Hanks Inc
$4.20
-1.87%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $31.61M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Brookfield Business Corp generates 17327% more annual revenue ($26.95B vs $154.63M). BBUC leads profitability with a -0.2% profit margin vs -3.7%. BBUC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
BBUC
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
HHS
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BBUC.
Margin of Safety
-54.3%
Fair Value
$1.86
Current Price
$4.20
$2.34 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 45.8% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of -11.1% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 3.0%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -5.2% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BBUC
The strongest argument for BBUC centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : HHS
The strongest argument for HHS centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book. PEG of 1.19 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BBUC
The primary concerns for BBUC are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow. Debt-to-equity of 8.41 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : HHS
The primary concerns for HHS are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.57 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BBUC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — expect wider price swings.
HHS is growing revenue faster at -1.7% — sustainability is the question.
HHS generates stronger free cash flow (-2M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
BBUC scores higher overall (55/100 vs 33/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" 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 Corp
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Brookfield Business Corporation focuses on healthcare, construction and wastewater services in the United States, Europe, Australia, the United Kingdom, Canada and Brazil. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
Harte Hanks Inc
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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