Blackstone Group Inc (BX)vsHannon Armstrong Sustainable Infrastructure Capital Inc (HASI)
BX
Blackstone Group Inc
$119.51
-0.27%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $141.65B
HASI
Hannon Armstrong Sustainable Infrastructure Capital Inc
$38.90
-1.97%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $4.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Blackstone Group Inc generates 12047% more annual revenue ($15.47B vs $127.34M). HASI leads profitability with a 67.6% profit margin vs 23.0%. HASI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.12. HASI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
BX
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
HASI
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 48.9%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Keeps 68 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 804.0% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.2%
Earnings expanding 24.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 10.8x book value
3.7% earnings growth
Elevated debt levels
ROE of 2.3% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 23.0% and operating margin at 48.9%. PEG of 1.17 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : HASI
The strongest argument for HASI centers on Profit Margin, Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 67.6% and operating margin at 22.2%. Revenue growth of 804.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BX
The primary concerns for BX are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 1.61 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : HASI
The primary concerns for HASI are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 57.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 2.32 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BX profiles as a declining stock while HASI is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.59 — expect wider price swings.
HASI is growing revenue faster at 804.0% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
HASI scores higher overall (70/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 67.6% margins and 804.0% 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.
Hannon Armstrong Sustainable Infrastructure Capital Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Hannon Armstrong Sustainable Infrastructure Capital, Inc. provides capital and services to the energy efficiency, renewable energy, and other sustainable infrastructure markets in the United States. The company is headquartered in Annapolis, Maryland.
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