Freedom Holding Corp (FRHC)vsBRC Group Holdings, Inc. (RILY)
FRHC
Freedom Holding Corp
$165.50
+1.70%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $10.33B
RILY
BRC Group Holdings, Inc.
$6.60
+0.30%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $282.60M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Freedom Holding Corp generates 64% more annual revenue ($1.75B vs $1.07B). RILY leads profitability with a 38.6% profit margin vs 8.4%. RILY trades at a lower P/E of 0.6x. RILY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 47/100 (D+).
FRHC
Avoid35
out of 100
Grade: F
RILY
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 27.8% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 39 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.2% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 14.8%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -3385.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 90.0%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FRHC
The strongest argument for FRHC centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 27.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : RILY
The strongest argument for RILY centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 38.6% and operating margin at 11.8%. Revenue growth of 10.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FRHC
The primary concerns for FRHC are Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 67.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.82 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : RILY
The primary concerns for RILY are Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 9.31 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FRHC profiles as a growth stock while RILY is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
RILY carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.
FRHC is growing revenue faster at 27.8% — sustainability is the question.
RILY generates stronger free cash flow (73M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RILY scores higher overall (47/100 vs 35/100), backed by strong 38.6% margins and 10.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Hold" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Freedom Holding Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL CONGLOMERATES · USA
Freedom Holding Corp. The company is headquartered in Almaty, Kazakhstan.
Visit Website →BRC Group Holdings, Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL CONGLOMERATES · USA
B. Riley Financial, Inc. provides collaborative financial services and solutions in North America, Australia and Europe. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
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