BlackRock Inc (BLK)vsHannon Armstrong Sustainable Infrastructure Capital Inc (HASI)
BLK
BlackRock Inc
$1,136.95
+0.63%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $183.19B
HASI
Hannon Armstrong Sustainable Infrastructure Capital Inc
$40.68
+6.38%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $4.84B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BlackRock Inc generates 30953% more annual revenue ($27.30B vs $87.91M). HASI leads profitability with a 63.7% profit margin vs 24.1%. BLK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.17. BLK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
BLK
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
HASI
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 35.1%
Revenue surging 30.6% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Keeps 64 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 220.8% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 2.3% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 28.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BLK
The strongest argument for BLK centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.1% and operating margin at 35.1%. Revenue growth of 30.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : HASI
The strongest argument for HASI centers on Profit Margin, EPS Growth, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 63.7% and operating margin at -123.8%. PEG of 1.26 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BLK
The primary concerns for BLK are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : HASI
The primary concerns for HASI are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 94.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 2.19 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BLK profiles as a growth stock while HASI is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
BLK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.43 — expect wider price swings.
BLK is growing revenue faster at 30.6% — sustainability is the question.
HASI generates stronger free cash flow (22M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BLK scores higher overall (76/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 24.1% margins and 30.6% 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.
BlackRock Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
BlackRock, Inc. is an American multinational investment management corporation based in New York City.
Hannon Armstrong Sustainable Infrastructure Capital Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Hannon Armstrong Sustainable Infrastructure Capital, Inc. provides capital and services to the energy efficiency, renewable energy, and other sustainable infrastructure markets in the United States. The company is headquartered in Annapolis, Maryland.
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