Accel Entertainment Inc (ACEL)vsRush Street Interactive Inc (RSI)
ACEL
Accel Entertainment Inc
$12.06
-0.08%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $991.37M
RSI
Rush Street Interactive Inc
$26.23
+0.99%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $6.85B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Accel Entertainment Inc generates 9% more annual revenue ($1.36B vs $1.24B). ACEL leads profitability with a 3.8% profit margin vs 3.0%. ACEL trades at a lower P/E of 20.3x. RSI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
ACEL
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
RSI
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+24.2%
Fair Value
$14.64
Current Price
$12.06
$2.58 discount
Margin of Safety
+3.0%
Fair Value
$30.50
Current Price
$26.23
$4.27 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Revenue surging 41.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 67.2% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
3.8% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Trading at 17.0x book value
3.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ACEL
ACEL has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : RSI
The strongest argument for RSI centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 41.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ACEL
The primary concerns for ACEL are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 2.18 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 3.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : RSI
The primary concerns for RSI are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 87.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACEL profiles as a value stock while RSI is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
RSI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.59 — expect wider price swings.
RSI is growing revenue faster at 41.1% — sustainability is the question.
ACEL generates stronger free cash flow (20M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RSI scores higher overall (56/100 vs 46/100) and 41.1% revenue growth. ACEL offers better value entry with a 24.2% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
Accel Entertainment Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · GAMBLING · USA
Accel Entertainment, Inc., is a distributed games operator in the United States. The company is headquartered in Burr Ridge, Illinois.
Rush Street Interactive Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · GAMBLING · USA
Rush Street Interactive, Inc. is an online casino and sports betting company in the United States and Latin America. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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