Brookfield Corp (BN)vsCion Investment Corp (CION)
BN
Brookfield Corp
$44.60
+0.40%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $101.83B
CION
Cion Investment Corp
$6.72
-2.89%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $339.81M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Brookfield Corp generates 33668% more annual revenue ($79.11B vs $234.28M). BN leads profitability with a 1.7% profit margin vs -0.4%. BN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
BN
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
CION
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 158.8% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.9%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 75.4%
Earnings expanding 24.3% YoY
Areas to Watch
ROE of 2.8% — below average capital efficiency
1.7% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
ROE of -0.1% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 11.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BN
The strongest argument for BN centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Price/Book. PEG of 1.27 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : CION
The strongest argument for CION centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : BN
The primary concerns for BN are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 89.4x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 5.72 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : CION
The primary concerns for CION are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.76 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BN profiles as a value stock while CION is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
BN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.85 — expect wider price swings.
BN is growing revenue faster at 7.9% — sustainability is the question.
CION generates stronger free cash flow (5M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BN scores higher overall (63/100 vs 49/100). Both earn "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 Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Brookfield Corporation is an alternative asset manager and REIT/Real Estate Investment Manager firm focuses on real estate, renewable power, infrastructure and venture capital and private equity assets. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada with additional offices across Northern America; South America; Europe; Middle East and Asia.
Cion Investment Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Cion Investment Corp (CION) is a specialized asset management firm that focuses on private debt investments in the middle market, leveraging its extensive expertise and industry relationships to source high-potential opportunities. Known for its innovative financing solutions, CION prioritizes capital preservation while delivering strong risk-adjusted returns, making it a competitive player in the private equity landscape. The firm’s disciplined investment strategy positions it as an attractive option for institutional investors seeking strategic exposure to growth-oriented businesses in the dynamic middle market sector.
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