Burford Capital [BUR] vs StepStone [STEP] Detailed Stock Comparison
Burford Capital
NYSE
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StepStone
NASDAQ
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Burford Capital wins in 10 metrics, StepStone wins in 7 metrics, with 0 ties. Burford Capital appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Burford Capital | StepStone | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 11.78 | 106.60 | Burford Capital |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 1.24 | 34.16 | Burford Capital |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 56.30 | 22.51 | StepStone |
| PEG Ratio | 7.37 | -0.31 | StepStone |
| EV/EBITDA | N/A | -22.10 | N/A |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 33.08% | -17.10% | Burford Capital |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 63.56% | -16.18% | Burford Capital |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 63.56% | N/A | N/A |
| Return on Equity | 9.03% | -12.81% | Burford Capital |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 4.72% | -5.22% | Burford Capital |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $216.06M | $59.83M | Burford Capital |
| Dividend Yield | 1.09% | 2.80% | StepStone |
| 1-Year Return | -14.20% | 13.09% | StepStone |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 4.81 | 6.13 | Burford Capital |
| Enterprise Value | $4.95B | $6.94B | StepStone |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 7.90 | 5.13 | StepStone |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | N/A | 47.38% | N/A |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $3 | $18 | StepStone |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $1.17 | $-3.21 | Burford Capital |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 1.06 | 1.36 | Burford Capital |
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Burford Capital vs StepStone Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burford Capital | -3.35% | -4.71% | -9.35% | -18.16% | -1.28% | -10.47% |
| StepStone | 1.29% | 1.83% | 9.72% | 18.82% | 55.62% | 15.56% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burford Capital | -14.20% | 60.50% | 18.24% | 18.24% | 18.24% | 18.24% |
| StepStone | 13.09% | 173.03% | 158.36% | 171.28% | 171.28% | 171.28% |
News Based Sentiment: Burford Capital vs StepStone
Burford Capital
News based Sentiment: MIXED
October presented a mixed bag for Burford Capital, with positive earnings forecasts and dividend news countered by a share price dip and oversold conditions. While the company shows potential, investor caution is evident, creating a balanced overall narrative.
StepStone
News based Sentiment: POSITIVE
StepStone demonstrated strong core growth and expanded its AUM, receiving a positive analyst rating from BMO Capital. While some earnings figures were slightly below expectations and the stock experienced a short-term dip due to macroeconomic concerns, the overall narrative is one of positive momentum and strategic positioning for future growth.
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Burford Capital vs StepStone
| Metric | BUR | STEP |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $3.02B | $8.47B |
| Market Cap Category | Mid cap | Mid cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 1,443,490 | 727,570 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 2,605,130 | 675,653 |
| Last Close | $11.54 | $67.82 |
| 52 Week Range | $10.70 - $15.73 | $40.07 - $70.38 |
| % from 52W High | -26.64% | -3.63% |
| All-Time High | $17.70 (Sep 04, 2023) | $70.38 (Nov 11, 2024) |
| % from All-Time High | -34.80% | -3.64% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 1.37% | 0.95% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 14.64% | 0.95% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.33% | -0.17% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.64% | -0.16% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.09% | -0.13% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 56.30 | 22.51 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $11.15 | $1.96 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $2.61 | $3.11 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $318.93M | $61.04M |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $355.07M | $1.39B |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 1.09% | 2.80% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $0.12 | $1.64 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Burford Capital vs StepStone
| Metric | BUR | STEP |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 11.78 | 106.60 |
| Forward P/E | 7.37 | 30.30 |
| PEG Ratio | 7.37 | -0.31 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 4.81 | 6.13 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 1.24 | 34.16 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $3.02B | $8.47B |
| Enterprise Value | $4.95B | $6.94B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 7.90 | 5.13 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | N/A | -22.10 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 1.06 | 1.36 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $11.15 | $1.96 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Burford Capital vs StepStone
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) | BUR | STEP |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $74.46M | $377.73M |
| Cost of Goods Sold | N/A | $214.25M |
| Gross Profit | N/A | $163.48M |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | N/A | $-5.87M |
| EBITDA | N/A | $-22.27M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $44.48M | $9.95M |
| Income Tax | $7.57M | $-3.20M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $36.91M | $13.15M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | BUR | STEP |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $486.64M | $289.30M |
| Total Current Assets | N/A | $1.96B |
| Total Current Liabilities | N/A | $1.94B |
| Long-Term Debt | $1.78B | $113.52M |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $3.16B | $1.77B |
| Retained Earnings | $1.80B | $-242.55M |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | N/A | $91.84M |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | BUR | STEP |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $291.31M | $27.56M |
| Capital Expenditures | $-24,000 | $-2.67M |
| Free Cash Flow | $155.15M | $-69.19M |
| Debt Repayment | N/A | $-7.91M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | $-15.31M | N/A |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | BUR | STEP |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 4.59M | 2.33M |
| Short Ratio | 1.39 | 4.45 |
| Short % of Float | 0.02% | 0.03% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 1,443,490 | 727,570 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 2,605,130 | 675,653 |
| Shares Outstanding | 219.42M | 76.76M |
| Float Shares | 199.36M | 68.38M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.09% | 0.11% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.65% | 0.93% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Burford Capital vs StepStone
| Metric | BUR | STEP |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $0.12 | $1.64 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 1.09% | 2.80% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | $0.12 | $1.23 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | 0.51% | 0.76% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | $0.36 | $3.68 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | May 23, 2025 | Aug 29, 2025 |