Blackstone Group Inc (BX)vsCohen & Steers Inc (CNS)
BX
Blackstone Group Inc
$128.51
+2.47%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $149.90B
CNS
Cohen & Steers Inc
$74.95
-2.23%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $4.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Blackstone Group Inc generates 2552% more annual revenue ($15.48B vs $583.89M). CNS leads profitability with a 28.8% profit margin vs 22.7%. BX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.21. BX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
BX
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
CNS
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 39 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 54.4%
Earnings expanding 57.3% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 28.6% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 34.5%
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 31.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 11.4x book value
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BX
The strongest argument for BX centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.7% and operating margin at 54.4%. Revenue growth of 28.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : CNS
The strongest argument for CNS centers on Operating Margin, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.8% and operating margin at 34.5%. Revenue growth of 12.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BX
The primary concerns for BX are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.56 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : CNS
The primary concerns for CNS are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BX profiles as a growth stock while CNS is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
BX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.56 — expect wider price swings.
BX is growing revenue faster at 28.6% — sustainability is the question.
BX generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BX scores higher overall (75/100 vs 71/100), backed by strong 22.7% margins and 28.6% revenue growth. 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.
Blackstone Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Blackstone Group Inc. is an alternative asset management company specializing in real estate, private equity, hedge fund solutions, credit, secondary funds of funds, public debt and equity strategies and multiple asset classes. The company is headquartered in New York, New York with additional offices across Asia, Europe and North America.
Cohen & Steers Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Cohen & Steers, Inc. is a publicly owned asset management portfolio company. The company is headquartered in New York, with additional offices in London, United Kingdom; Central, Hong Kong; Tokyo, Japan; and Seattle, Washington.
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