Blackstone Group Inc (BX)vsPrincipal Financial Group Inc (PFG)
BX
Blackstone Group Inc
$119.50
-0.27%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $141.65B
PFG
Principal Financial Group Inc
$110.91
-1.69%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $23.80B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Principal Financial Group Inc generates 8% more annual revenue ($16.63B vs $15.47B). BX leads profitability with a 23.0% profit margin vs 11.9%. PFG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.06. PFG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
BX
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
PFG
Strong Buy79
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
Earnings expanding 206.3% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 25.4% year-over-year
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 10.8x book value
3.7% earnings growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
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 : PFG
The strongest argument for PFG centers on EPS Growth, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 25.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.06 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : PFG
The primary concerns for PFG are Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BX profiles as a declining stock while PFG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.59 — expect wider price swings.
PFG is growing revenue faster at 25.4% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor ASSET MANAGEMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
PFG scores higher overall (79/100 vs 59/100) and 25.4% 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.
Principal Financial Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Principal Financial Group is an American global financial investment management and insurance company headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa.
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