Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (BABA)vsMonarch Casino & Resort Inc (MCRI)
BABA
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd
$140.06
-0.67%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $349.01B
MCRI
Monarch Casino & Resort Inc
$118.61
+1.13%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $2.08B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd generates 182675% more annual revenue ($1.02T vs $556.28M). MCRI leads profitability with a 19.6% profit margin vs 8.9%. BABA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.81. MCRI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
BABA
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
MCRI
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+72.8%
Fair Value
$558.77
Current Price
$140.06
$418.71 discount
Margin of Safety
-49.0%
Fair Value
$64.67
Current Price
$118.61
$53.94 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 6.8B in free cash flow
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 20 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 25.8%
Earnings expanding 44.8% YoY
Areas to Watch
1.7% revenue growth
Earnings declined 70.9%
No major concerns identified
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BABA
The strongest argument for BABA centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.81 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MCRI
The strongest argument for MCRI centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.6% and operating margin at 25.8%. PEG of 1.07 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BABA
The primary concerns for BABA are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : MCRI
No major red flags identified for MCRI, but monitor valuation.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BABA profiles as a value stock while MCRI is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
MCRI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.36 — expect wider price swings.
MCRI is growing revenue faster at 8.9% — sustainability is the question.
BABA generates stronger free cash flow (6.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MCRI scores higher overall (71/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 19.6% margins. BABA offers better value entry with a 72.8% 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.
Monarch Casino & Resort Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESORTS & CASINOS · USA
Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc., owns and operates the Atlantis Casino Resort Spa, a hotel / casino in Reno, Nevada. The company is headquartered in Reno, Nevada.
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