Blackstone Group Inc (BX)vsCapital One Financial Corporation (COF)
BX
Blackstone Group Inc
$108.38
+0.37%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $131.98B
COF
Capital One Financial Corporation
$185.23
+0.32%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $112.86B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Capital One Financial Corporation generates 131% more annual revenue ($32.78B vs $14.21B). BX leads profitability with a 21.2% profit margin vs 7.5%. COF appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.19. BX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
BX
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
COF
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+35.7%
Fair Value
$181.12
Current Price
$108.38
$72.74 discount
Margin of Safety
-50.8%
Fair Value
$142.20
Current Price
$185.23
$43.03 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 52.8%
Revenue surging 50.6% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 42.5% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 51.6% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 22.9%
Earnings expanding 22.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 9.8x book value
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of 2.4% — below average capital efficiency
7.5% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BX
The strongest argument for BX centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.2% and operating margin at 52.8%. Revenue growth of 50.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : COF
The strongest argument for COF centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 51.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.19 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BX
The primary concerns for BX are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.63 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : COF
The primary concerns for COF are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 54.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BX profiles as a growth stock while COF is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.79 — expect wider price swings.
COF is growing revenue faster at 51.6% — sustainability is the question.
COF generates stronger free cash flow (6.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BX scores higher overall (77/100 vs 75/100), backed by strong 21.2% margins and 50.6% 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.
Capital One Financial Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CREDIT SERVICES · USA
Capital One Financial Corporation is an American bank holding company specializing in credit cards, auto loans, banking, and savings accounts, headquartered in McLean, Virginia with operations primarily in the United States.
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