BlackRock Inc (BLK)vsState Street Corp (STT)
BLK
BlackRock Inc
$981.35
+0.54%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $151.82B
STT
State Street Corp
$126.91
+0.50%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $34.07B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BlackRock Inc generates 74% more annual revenue ($24.22B vs $13.88B). BLK leads profitability with a 22.9% profit margin vs 21.2%. STT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.92. STT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
BLK
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
STT
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
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
-105.9%
Fair Value
$63.92
Current Price
$126.91
$62.99 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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 33.9%
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 31.7%
Elevated debt levels
Earnings declined 1.2%
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : STT
The strongest argument for STT centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.2% and operating margin at 33.9%. PEG of 0.92 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 : STT
The primary concerns for STT are Debt/Equity, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BLK profiles as a growth stock while STT is a mature 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
STT scores higher overall (71/100 vs 70/100), backed by strong 21.2% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
State Street Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
State Street Corporation is an American financial services and bank holding company headquartered at One Lincoln Street in Boston with operations worldwide.
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