Goldman Sachs Group Inc (GS)vsPJT Partners Inc (PJT)
GS
Goldman Sachs Group Inc
$1,038.68
+1.26%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $314.06B
PJT
PJT Partners Inc
$157.22
-1.82%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $6.22B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Goldman Sachs Group Inc generates 3307% more annual revenue ($61.53B vs $1.81B). GS leads profitability with a 29.4% profit margin vs 10.3%. PJT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.36. GS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
GS
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
PJT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 38.6%
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 24.2% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 68 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Revenue surging 28.9% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Trading at 14.9x book value
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GS
The strongest argument for GS centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.4% and operating margin at 38.6%. Revenue growth of 14.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PJT
The strongest argument for PJT centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 28.9% 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 PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 6.10 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PJT
The primary concerns for PJT are Price/Book, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.55 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GS profiles as a mature stock while PJT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.27 — expect wider price swings.
PJT is growing revenue faster at 28.9% — sustainability is the question.
PJT generates stronger free cash flow (56M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GS scores higher overall (73/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 29.4% margins and 14.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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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