Blackstone Group Inc (BX)vsUS Global Investors Inc (GROW)
BX
Blackstone Group Inc
$118.59
+1.54%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $140.45B
GROW
US Global Investors Inc
$2.61
+0.77%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $33.12M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Blackstone Group Inc generates 151708% more annual revenue ($14.40B vs $9.48M). GROW leads profitability with a 33.3% profit margin vs 21.2%. GROW trades at a lower P/E of 10.7x. GROW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
BX
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
GROW
Buy61
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 31.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 480.9% YoY
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.9% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 3.3%
Weak financial health signals
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 : GROW
The strongest argument for GROW centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.3% and operating margin at 3.3%. Revenue growth of 31.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : GROW
The primary concerns for GROW are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BX profiles as a mature stock while GROW is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — expect wider price swings.
GROW is growing revenue faster at 31.3% — sustainability is the question.
BX generates stronger free cash flow (958M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BX scores higher overall (61/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 21.2% 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.
US Global Investors Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
US Global Investors, Inc. is a publicly owned investment manager. The company is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas.
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