Blackstone Group Inc (BX)vsUS Global Investors Inc (GROW)
BX
Blackstone Group Inc
$128.51
+2.47%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $149.90B
GROW
US Global Investors Inc
$2.91
+0.34%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $40.07M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Blackstone Group Inc generates 163157% more annual revenue ($15.48B vs $9.48M). GROW leads profitability with a 33.3% profit margin vs 22.7%. GROW trades at a lower P/E of 13.5x. BX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
BX
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
GROW
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
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
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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 11.4x book value
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.9% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 3.3%
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 : GROW
The strongest argument for GROW centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, Revenue Growth. 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 P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.56 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 carries more volatility with a beta of 1.56 — expect wider price swings.
GROW is growing revenue faster at 31.3% — sustainability is the question.
BX generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
BX scores higher overall (75/100 vs 58/100), backed by strong 22.7% margins and 28.6% revenue growth. 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.
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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