BlackRock Inc (BLK)vsHennessy Ad (HNNA)
BLK
BlackRock Inc
$981.35
+0.54%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $151.82B
HNNA
Hennessy Ad
$9.76
+2.20%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $76.40M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BlackRock Inc generates 70811% more annual revenue ($24.22B vs $34.15M). HNNA leads profitability with a 26.5% profit margin vs 22.9%. HNNA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.71. BLK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
BLK
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
HNNA
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-308.5%
Fair Value
$240.24
Current Price
$981.35
$741.11 premium
Margin of Safety
-27.5%
Fair Value
$7.82
Current Price
$9.76
$1.94 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 36.7%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 23.4% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 31.3%
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 31.7%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Revenue declined 14.3%
Earnings declined 33.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BLK
The strongest argument for BLK centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.9% and operating margin at 36.7%. Revenue growth of 23.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : HNNA
The strongest argument for HNNA centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.5% and operating margin at 31.3%. PEG of 0.71 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BLK
The primary concerns for BLK are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : HNNA
The primary concerns for HNNA are Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BLK profiles as a growth stock while HNNA is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
BLK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.49 — expect wider price swings.
BLK is growing revenue faster at 23.4% — sustainability is the question.
BLK generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BLK scores higher overall (70/100 vs 58/100), backed by strong 22.9% margins and 23.4% 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.
Hennessy Ad
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Hennessy Advisors, Inc. is a publicly owned investment manager. The company is headquartered in Novato, California with additional offices in Boston, Massachusetts and Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
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