Api Group Corp (APG)vsPayPal Holdings Inc (PYPL)
APG
Api Group Corp
$44.67
-2.76%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $19.87B
PYPL
PayPal Holdings Inc
$46.27
-0.47%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $45.38B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PayPal Holdings Inc generates 306% more annual revenue ($33.17B vs $8.17B). PYPL leads profitability with a 15.8% profit margin vs 4.0%. PYPL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
APG
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
PYPL
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-23.3%
Fair Value
$36.50
Current Price
$44.67
$8.17 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PYPL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 61.4% YoY
15.3% revenue growth
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 39.4% YoY
Generating 2.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
4.0% margin — thin
3.7% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APG
The strongest argument for APG centers on EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 15.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PYPL
The strongest argument for PYPL centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.8% and operating margin at 17.5%. PEG of 0.91 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : APG
The primary concerns for APG are Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PYPL
The primary concerns for PYPL are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APG profiles as a growth stock while PYPL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
APG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.69 — expect wider price swings.
APG is growing revenue faster at 15.3% — sustainability is the question.
PYPL generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PYPL scores higher overall (78/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 15.8% margins. Both earn "Strong 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.
Api Group Corp
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
APi Group Corporation provides security, specialty and industrial services primarily in North America. The company is headquartered in New Brighton, Minnesota.
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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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