Blackstone Group Inc (BX)vsAT&T Inc (T)
BX
Blackstone Group Inc
$108.38
+0.37%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $131.98B
T
AT&T Inc
$28.87
-0.21%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $204.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AT&T Inc generates 784% more annual revenue ($125.65B vs $14.21B). BX leads profitability with a 21.2% profit margin vs 17.5%. BX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.17. BX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
BX
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
T
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+35.7%
Fair Value
$181.12
Current Price
$108.38
$72.74 discount
Margin of Safety
-39.7%
Fair Value
$20.67
Current Price
$28.87
$8.20 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 52.8%
Revenue surging 50.6% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 42.5% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 4.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 9.8x book value
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.6% revenue growth
Earnings declined 5.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BX
The strongest argument for BX centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.2% and operating margin at 52.8%. Revenue growth of 50.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : T
The strongest argument for T centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.5% and operating margin at 18.4%.
Bear Case : BX
The primary concerns for BX are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.63 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : T
The primary concerns for T are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BX profiles as a growth stock while T is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.79 — expect wider price swings.
BX is growing revenue faster at 50.6% — sustainability is the question.
T generates stronger free cash flow (4.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BX scores higher overall (77/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 21.2% margins and 50.6% 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.
AT&T Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
AT&T Inc. is an American multinational conglomerate holding company, Delaware-registered but headquartered at Whitacre Tower in Downtown Dallas, Texas. It is the world largest telecommunications company, and the second largest provider of mobile telephone services.
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