Baidu Inc (BIDU)vsAlphabet Inc Class C (GOOG)
BIDU
Baidu Inc
$88.55
-2.04%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $33.74B
GOOG
Alphabet Inc Class C
$343.68
+1.27%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.10T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class C generates 250% more annual revenue ($445.87B vs $127.31B). GOOG leads profitability with a 54.8% profit margin vs -2.9%. BIDU appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.85. GOOG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
BIDU
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
GOOG
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BIDU.
Margin of Safety
+28.7%
Fair Value
$475.72
Current Price
$343.68
$132.04 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 3.4B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 38 in profit
Keeps 55 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 34.0%
Earnings expanding 294.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -1.4% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 4.2%
Earnings declined 71.7%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BIDU
The strongest argument for BIDU centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 0.85 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : GOOG
The strongest argument for GOOG centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 54.8% and operating margin at 34.0%. Revenue growth of 24.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BIDU
The primary concerns for BIDU are Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : GOOG
The primary concerns for GOOG are Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BIDU profiles as a turnaround stock while GOOG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GOOG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.23 — expect wider price swings.
GOOG is growing revenue faster at 24.2% — sustainability is the question.
BIDU generates stronger free cash flow (3.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GOOG scores higher overall (75/100 vs 47/100), backed by strong 54.8% margins and 24.2% revenue growth. 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.
Baidu Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION · China
Baidu, Inc. provides Internet search services primarily in China. The company is headquartered in Beijing, China.
Alphabet Inc Class C
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION · USA
Alphabet Inc. is an American multinational conglomerate headquartered in Mountain View, California. It was created through a restructuring of Google on October 2, 2015, and became the parent company of Google and several former Google subsidiaries. The two co-founders of Google remained as controlling shareholders, board members, and employees at Alphabet. Alphabet is the world's fourth-largest technology company by revenue and one of the world's most valuable companies.
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