Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (BABA)vsGentex Corporation (GNTX)
BABA
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd
$121.06
-3.88%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $270.36B
GNTX
Gentex Corporation
$24.63
-1.68%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $5.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd generates 38779% more annual revenue ($1.02T vs $2.63B). GNTX leads profitability with a 14.7% profit margin vs 10.1%. BABA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.39. GNTX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
BABA
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
GNTX
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+60.2%
Fair Value
$382.49
Current Price
$121.06
$261.43 discount
Margin of Safety
+47.7%
Fair Value
$46.73
Current Price
$24.63
$22.10 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 104.1% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
17.1% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
2.9% revenue growth
Operating margin of 1.0%
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
No major concerns identified
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BABA
The strongest argument for BABA centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.39 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : GNTX
The strongest argument for GNTX centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 17.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.86 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BABA
The primary concerns for BABA are Revenue Growth, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : GNTX
No major red flags identified for GNTX, but monitor valuation.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BABA profiles as a value stock while GNTX is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GNTX carries more volatility with a beta of 0.79 — expect wider price swings.
GNTX is growing revenue faster at 17.1% — sustainability is the question.
GNTX generates stronger free cash flow (120M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GNTX scores higher overall (67/100 vs 64/100) and 17.1% revenue growth. BABA offers better value entry with a 60.2% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "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.
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · INTERNET RETAIL · USA
Alibaba Group Holding Limited, also known as Alibaba Group and Alibaba.com, is a Chinese multinational technology company specializing in e-commerce, retail, Internet, and technology. Founded on 28 June 1999 in Hangzhou, Zhejiang, the company provides consumer-to-consumer (C2C), business-to-consumer (B2C), and business-to-business (B2B) sales services via web portals, as well as electronic payment services, shopping search engines and cloud computing services. It owns and operates a diverse portfolio of companies around the world in numerous business sectors.
Gentex Corporation
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO PARTS · USA
Gentex Corporation designs, develops, manufactures, markets, and supplies digital vision, connected car, tinted glass, and fire protection products in the United States, Germany, Japan, Mexico, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Zeeland, Michigan.
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