Brookfield Corp (BN)vsWells Fargo & Company (WFC)
BN
Brookfield Corp
$44.08
+0.23%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $99.66B
WFC
Wells Fargo & Company
$87.25
+0.18%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $267.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Wells Fargo & Company generates 5% more annual revenue ($83.03B vs $79.11B). WFC leads profitability with a 27.2% profit margin vs 1.7%. BN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.27. WFC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
BN
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
WFC
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
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%
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 37.4%
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 25.0% 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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
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 : WFC
The strongest argument for WFC centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.2% and operating margin at 37.4%.
Bear Case : BN
The primary concerns for BN are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 87.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 5.72 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : WFC
The primary concerns for WFC are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.55 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BN profiles as a value stock while WFC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
BN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.84 — expect wider price swings.
WFC is growing revenue faster at 9.5% — sustainability is the question.
WFC generates stronger free cash flow (9.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WFC scores higher overall (76/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 27.2% margins. 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.
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.
Wells Fargo & Company
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Wells Fargo & Company is an American multinational financial services company with corporate headquarters in San Francisco, California, operational headquarters in Manhattan, and managerial offices throughout the United States and overseas.
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