Capital Southwest [CSWC] vs Acadian Asset [AAMI] Detailed Stock Comparison
Capital Southwest
NASDAQ
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Acadian Asset
NYSE
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Capital Southwest wins in 10 metrics, Acadian Asset wins in 9 metrics, with 0 ties. Capital Southwest appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Capital Southwest | Acadian Asset | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 13.70 | 19.82 | Capital Southwest |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 1.35 | 183.54 | Capital Southwest |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 101.59 | 412.31 | Capital Southwest |
| PEG Ratio | 0.22 | -5.75 | Acadian Asset |
| EV/EBITDA | 11.48 | 12.96 | Capital Southwest |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 39.95% | 16.65% | Capital Southwest |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 85.76% | 12.40% | Capital Southwest |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 85.76% | 12.40% | Capital Southwest |
| Return on Equity | 9.86% | 301.03% | Acadian Asset |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 6.55% | 14.49% | Acadian Asset |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $-218.92M | $45.90M | Acadian Asset |
| Dividend Yield | 14.90% | 0.10% | Capital Southwest |
| 1-Year Return | -8.82% | 99.53% | Acadian Asset |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 5.98 | 3.14 | Acadian Asset |
| Enterprise Value | $2.13B | $2.04B | Capital Southwest |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 10.21 | 3.78 | Acadian Asset |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | N/A | 33.12% | N/A |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $4 | $15 | Acadian Asset |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $1.64 | $2.38 | Acadian Asset |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 1.03 | 1.38 | Capital Southwest |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
Capital Southwest vs Acadian Asset Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital Southwest | 0.67% | 0.36% | -2.42% | 9.47% | -2.72% | 1.76% |
| Acadian Asset | 3.84% | 4.12% | 23.97% | 66.32% | 96.47% | 89.92% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital Southwest | -8.82% | 10.71% | 50.47% | 33.85% | 172.22% | 194.26% |
| Acadian Asset | 99.53% | 158.75% | 235.73% | 188.33% | 240.09% | 240.09% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Capital Southwest vs Acadian Asset
| Metric | CSWC | AAMI |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $1.25B | $1.69B |
| Market Cap Category | Small cap | Small cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 707,850 | 200,270 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 587,320 | 244,277 |
| Last Close | $22.54 | $48.98 |
| 52 Week Range | $17.46 - $25.90 | $22.60 - $49.47 |
| % from 52W High | -12.97% | -0.99% |
| All-Time High | $28.41 (Oct 25, 2021) | $49.47 (Aug 22, 2025) |
| % from All-Time High | -20.66% | -0.99% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.09% | 0.17% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.92% | -0.08% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.40% | 0.17% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.86% | 0.12% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.10% | 3.01% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 101.59 | 412.31 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $16.60 | $0.26 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $0.84 | $2.52 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $-217,890,000 | $63.30M |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $85.13M | $165.51M |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 14.90% | 0.10% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $3.18 | $0.03 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Capital Southwest vs Acadian Asset
| Metric | CSWC | AAMI |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 13.70 | 19.82 |
| Forward P/E | 9.20 | 9.38 |
| PEG Ratio | 0.22 | -5.75 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 5.98 | 3.14 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 1.35 | 183.54 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $1.25B | $1.69B |
| Enterprise Value | $2.13B | $2.04B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 10.21 | 3.78 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 11.48 | 12.96 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 1.03 | 1.38 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $16.60 | $0.26 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Capital Southwest vs Acadian Asset
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | CSWC | AAMI |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $30.81M | $119.90M |
| Cost of Goods Sold | N/A | $61.50M |
| Gross Profit | N/A | $58.40M |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | N/A | $31.90M |
| EBITDA | N/A | $37.20M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $22.06M | $32.10M |
| Income Tax | $4.50M | $8.30M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $17.56M | $23.80M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | CSWC | AAMI |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $43.22M | $119.60M |
| Total Current Assets | N/A | $255.20M |
| Total Current Liabilities | N/A | $113.30M |
| Long-Term Debt | $956.07M | $339.90M |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $883.63M | $92.50M |
| Retained Earnings | $-88.72M | $24.90M |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | N/A | $84.80M |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | CSWC | AAMI |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $17.26M | $55.60M |
| Capital Expenditures | $-396,000 | $-2.50M |
| Free Cash Flow | $-59.12M | $-51.30M |
| Debt Repayment | $-59.00M | $-20.00M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | N/A | $-17.80M |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | CSWC | AAMI |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 2.74M | 580,386 |
| Short Ratio | 5.13 | 2.17 |
| Short % of Float | 0.05% | 0.05% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 707,850 | 200,270 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 587,320 | 244,277 |
| Shares Outstanding | 52.91M | 37.48M |
| Float Shares | 53.94M | 24.26M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.04% | 0.02% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.33% | 1.02% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Capital Southwest vs Acadian Asset
| Metric | CSWC | AAMI |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $3.18 | $0.03 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 14.90% | 0.10% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | $2.64 | $0.04 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | 2.52% | 0.05% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | $7.93 | $0.11 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Sep 15, 2025 | Mar 14, 2025 |