Atour Lifestyle Holdings Limited American Depositary Shares (ATAT)vsHuazhu Group Ltd (HTHT)
ATAT
Atour Lifestyle Holdings Limited American Depositary Shares
$33.21
+0.42%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $4.57B
HTHT
Huazhu Group Ltd
$43.33
-0.73%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $13.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Huazhu Group Ltd generates 127% more annual revenue ($26.60B vs $11.72B). HTHT leads profitability with a 18.9% profit margin vs 16.8%. ATAT trades at a lower P/E of 15.6x. HTHT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
ATAT
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
HTHT
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+42.0%
Fair Value
$67.62
Current Price
$33.21
$34.41 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for HTHT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 50 in profit
Revenue surging 41.4% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 22.2%
Earnings expanding 31.7% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 31.1%
Generating 3.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.9x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.1% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ATAT
The strongest argument for ATAT centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.8% and operating margin at 22.2%. Revenue growth of 41.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : HTHT
The strongest argument for HTHT centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.9% and operating margin at 31.1%. Revenue growth of 10.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ATAT
The primary concerns for ATAT are Price/Book.
Bear Case : HTHT
The primary concerns for HTHT are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.43 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ATAT profiles as a growth stock while HTHT is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ATAT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.64 — expect wider price swings.
ATAT is growing revenue faster at 41.4% — sustainability is the question.
HTHT generates stronger free cash flow (3.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ATAT scores higher overall (74/100 vs 74/100), backed by strong 16.8% margins and 41.4% revenue growth. 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.
Atour Lifestyle Holdings Limited American Depositary Shares
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · LODGING · USA
Atour Lifestyle Holdings Limited, operates a chain of hotels in China. The company is headquartered in Shanghai, China.
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CONSUMER CYCLICAL · LODGING · China
Huazhu Group Limited, develops leased and owned, managed and franchised hotels mainly in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Shanghai, the People's Republic of China.
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