Goldman Sachs Group Inc (GS)vsPJT Partners Inc (PJT)
GS
Goldman Sachs Group Inc
$1,029.18
+0.92%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $299.67B
PJT
PJT Partners Inc
$163.21
-4.97%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $7.76B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Goldman Sachs Group Inc generates 3483% more annual revenue ($67.57B vs $1.89B). GS leads profitability with a 31.0% profit margin vs 10.6%. GS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.26. GS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 83/100 (A-).
GS
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
PJT
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 31 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 42.2%
Revenue surging 42.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 92.3% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 68 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 21.0%
19.5% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 37.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Trading at 13.4x book value
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GS
The strongest argument for GS centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.0% and operating margin at 42.2%. Revenue growth of 42.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PJT
The strongest argument for PJT centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 19.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.36 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GS
The primary concerns for GS are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 6.04 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PJT
The primary concerns for PJT are Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.28 — expect wider price swings.
GS is growing revenue faster at 42.5% — sustainability is the question.
GS generates stronger free cash flow (5.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
GS scores higher overall (83/100 vs 68/100), backed by strong 31.0% margins and 42.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Strong 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.
Goldman Sachs Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., is an American multinational investment bank and financial services company headquartered in New York City. It offers services in investment management, securities, asset management, prime brokerage, and securities underwriting. It also provides investment banking to institutional investors.
PJT Partners Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
PJT Partners Inc., an investment bank, provides a variety of shareholder, restructuring and special situations, and capital market advisory services to corporations, financial backers, institutional investors and governments worldwide. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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