Brookfield Business Corp (BBUC)vsOtter Tail Corporation (OTTR)
BBUC
Brookfield Business Corp
$32.89
-0.54%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $6.78B
OTTR
Otter Tail Corporation
$86.77
+0.35%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.76B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Brookfield Business Corp generates 1966% more annual revenue ($27.14B vs $1.31B). OTTR leads profitability with a 21.3% profit margin vs -0.2%. OTTR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
BBUC
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
OTTR
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 24.7%
Areas to Watch
ROE of -11.1% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 4.6%
Earnings declined 48.6%
Currently unprofitable
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.9% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BBUC
The strongest argument for BBUC centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : OTTR
The strongest argument for OTTR centers on Profit Margin, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.3% and operating margin at 24.7%.
Bear Case : BBUC
The primary concerns for BBUC are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 8.32 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : OTTR
The primary concerns for OTTR are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BBUC profiles as a turnaround stock while OTTR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BBUC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.38 — expect wider price swings.
OTTR is growing revenue faster at 2.9% — sustainability is the question.
BBUC generates stronger free cash flow (276M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OTTR scores higher overall (67/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 21.3% margins. Both earn "Strong 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 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.
Otter Tail Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Otter Tail Corporation is engaged in electrical service, manufacturing and plastic piping businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in Fergus Falls, Minnesota.
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