Brookfield Corp (BN)vsCorebridge Financial Inc. (CRBG)
BN
Brookfield Corp
$37.85
-1.99%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $85.32B
CRBG
Corebridge Financial Inc.
$33.84
+0.12%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $15.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Brookfield Corp generates 313% more annual revenue ($80.69B vs $19.52B). CRBG leads profitability with a 4.7% profit margin vs 1.8%. CRBG trades at a lower P/E of 22.3x. BN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
BN
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
CRBG
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.7%
Earnings expanding 40.3% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 25.9% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
ROE of 3.0% — below average capital efficiency
1.8% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
4.7% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Earnings declined 58.1%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BN
The strongest argument for BN centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. PEG of 1.27 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : CRBG
The strongest argument for CRBG centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 25.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BN
The primary concerns for BN are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 70.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 5.69 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : CRBG
The primary concerns for CRBG are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity, EPS Growth. Thin 4.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BN profiles as a value stock while CRBG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.82 — expect wider price swings.
CRBG is growing revenue faster at 25.9% — sustainability is the question.
CRBG generates stronger free cash flow (-44M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BN scores higher overall (63/100 vs 54/100). Both earn "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.
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.
Corebridge Financial Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Corebridge Financial, Inc. offers retirement solutions and insurance products in the United States. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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