Blackstone Group Inc (BX)vsHennessy Ad (HNNA)
BX
Blackstone Group Inc
$118.59
+1.54%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $140.45B
HNNA
Hennessy Ad
$9.98
+0.71%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $77.28M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Blackstone Group Inc generates 43519% more annual revenue ($14.40B vs $33.01M). HNNA leads profitability with a 25.4% profit margin vs 21.2%. HNNA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.71. BX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
BX
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
HNNA
Buy58
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
Strong operational efficiency at 32.1%
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
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
Revenue declined 12.3%
Earnings declined 27.3%
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 : HNNA
The strongest argument for HNNA centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.4% and operating margin at 32.1%. PEG of 0.71 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : HNNA
The primary concerns for HNNA are Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BX profiles as a mature stock while HNNA is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
BX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — expect wider price swings.
BX is growing revenue faster at 5.7% — sustainability is the question.
BX generates stronger free cash flow (958M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BX scores higher overall (61/100 vs 58/100), 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.
Hennessy Ad
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Hennessy Advisors, Inc. is a publicly owned investment manager. The company is headquartered in Novato, California with additional offices in Boston, Massachusetts and Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
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