Blackstone Group Inc (BX)vsCohen & Steers Inc (CNS)
BX
Blackstone Group Inc
$118.59
+1.50%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $140.45B
CNS
Cohen & Steers Inc
$73.94
+0.54%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $3.96B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Blackstone Group Inc generates 2438% more annual revenue ($14.40B vs $567.29M). CNS leads profitability with a 27.5% profit margin vs 21.2%. CNS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.91. CNS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
BX
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
CNS
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 38.0%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 34.4%
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 11.1x book value
3.9% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BX
The strongest argument for BX centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.2% and operating margin at 38.0%.
Bull Case : CNS
The strongest argument for CNS centers on Operating Margin, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.5% and operating margin at 34.4%.
Bear Case : BX
The primary concerns for BX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 1.69 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : CNS
The primary concerns for CNS are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — expect wider price swings.
CNS is growing revenue faster at 8.3% — sustainability is the question.
BX generates stronger free cash flow (958M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ASSET MANAGEMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CNS scores higher overall (62/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 27.5% margins. 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.
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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