Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (BABA)vsVF Corporation (VFC)
BABA
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd
$100.96
+0.72%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $249.37B
VFC
VF Corporation
$17.23
+1.17%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $6.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd generates 10884% more annual revenue ($1.04T vs $9.51B). BABA leads profitability with a 7.0% profit margin vs 2.9%. VFC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.43. VFC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
BABA
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
VFC
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+65.0%
Fair Value
$435.28
Current Price
$100.96
$334.32 discount
Margin of Safety
+68.0%
Fair Value
$65.14
Current Price
$17.23
$47.91 discount
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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 78.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.0% — below average capital efficiency
7.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 79.4%
Moderate valuation
2.9% margin — thin
Revenue declined 5.2%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BABA
The strongest argument for BABA centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.46 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : VFC
The strongest argument for VFC centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.43 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BABA
The primary concerns for BABA are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : VFC
The primary concerns for VFC are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.81 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 2.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VFC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.58 — expect wider price swings.
BABA is growing revenue faster at 8.6% — sustainability is the question.
VFC generates stronger free cash flow (-116M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
VFC scores higher overall (59/100 vs 55/100). BABA offers better value entry with a 65.0% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
VF Corporation
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL MANUFACTURING · USA
VF Corporation is an American worldwide apparel and footwear company founded in 1899 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado. The company's more than 30 brands are organized into three categories: Outdoor, Active and Work.
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