Great Elm Capital Corp (GECC)vsKKR & Co. Inc. (KKR)
GECC
Great Elm Capital Corp
$5.98
+0.17%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $83.34M
KKR
KKR & Co. Inc.
$101.08
+0.21%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $93.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
KKR & Co. Inc. generates 59074% more annual revenue ($25.83B vs $43.66M). KKR leads profitability with a 12.2% profit margin vs -87.7%. KKR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
GECC
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
KKR
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 77.6%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.6%
Earnings expanding 40.0% YoY
Generating 3.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -30.7% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GECC
The strongest argument for GECC centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : KKR
The strongest argument for KKR centers on PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Operating Margin. PEG of 0.46 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GECC
The primary concerns for GECC are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : KKR
The primary concerns for KKR are P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.63 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GECC profiles as a turnaround stock while KKR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
KKR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.79 — expect wider price swings.
KKR is growing revenue faster at 7.8% — sustainability is the question.
KKR generates stronger free cash flow (3.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KKR scores higher overall (66/100 vs 36/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Great Elm Capital Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Great Elm Capital Corporation is a business development company specializing in loans and mezzanines, mid-market investments.
Visit Website →KKR & Co. Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
KKR & Co. Inc. is a leading global investment firm established in 1976, with a strong focus on private equity, credit, and real asset investments. The firm excels at identifying complex market opportunities and utilizes its extensive industry knowledge and global network to create sustainable long-term value across its portfolio. KKR is recognized for its commitment to sustainable investing, seamlessly integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into its investment approach, thereby promoting responsible growth alongside financial performance. With a strategic emphasis on innovation and operational excellence, KKR remains a crucial player in the financial sector worldwide.
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