The Allstate Corporation (ALL)vsPayPal Holdings Inc (PYPL)
ALL
The Allstate Corporation
$213.15
-0.24%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $54.87B
PYPL
PayPal Holdings Inc
$45.37
-1.84%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $40.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Allstate Corporation generates 102% more annual revenue ($68.17B vs $33.73B). ALL leads profitability with a 17.8% profit margin vs 15.0%. PYPL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.91. ALL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
ALL
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
PYPL
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 45 in profit
Earnings expanding 338.4% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
3.0% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Earnings declined 6.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALL
The strongest argument for ALL centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.8% and operating margin at 19.0%.
Bull Case : PYPL
The strongest argument for PYPL centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.91 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ALL
The primary concerns for ALL are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : PYPL
The primary concerns for PYPL are Altman Z-Score, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PYPL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.40 — expect wider price swings.
PYPL is growing revenue faster at 7.2% — sustainability is the question.
ALL generates stronger free cash flow (3.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
ALL scores higher overall (77/100 vs 70/100), backed by strong 17.8% margins. 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.
The Allstate Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
The Allstate Corporation is an American insurance company, headquartered in Northfield Township, Illinois.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES · CREDIT SERVICES · USA
PayPal Holdings, Inc. is an American company operating an online payments system in the majority of countries that support online money transfers, and serves as an electronic alternative to traditional paper methods like checks and money orders. The company operates as a payment processor for online vendors, auction sites, and many other commercial users, for which it charges a fee.
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