Baidu Inc (BIDU)vsNexstar Broadcasting Group Inc (NXST)
BIDU
Baidu Inc
$91.40
+0.89%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $33.74B
NXST
Nexstar Broadcasting Group Inc
$169.09
-0.52%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $5.21B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Baidu Inc generates 2067% more annual revenue ($127.31B vs $5.88B). NXST leads profitability with a 3.2% profit margin vs -2.9%. NXST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.30. NXST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
BIDU
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
NXST
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BIDU.
Margin of Safety
-19.5%
Fair Value
$201.20
Current Price
$169.09
$32.11 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 62.2% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 21.2%
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -1.4% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 4.2%
Earnings declined 71.7%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 7.6% — below average capital efficiency
3.2% margin — thin
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BIDU
The strongest argument for BIDU centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.85 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : NXST
The strongest argument for NXST centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 62.2% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.30 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BIDU
The primary concerns for BIDU are Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : NXST
The primary concerns for NXST are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 5.34 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 3.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BIDU profiles as a turnaround stock while NXST is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NXST carries more volatility with a beta of 0.89 — expect wider price swings.
NXST is growing revenue faster at 62.2% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
NXST scores higher overall (72/100 vs 47/100) and 62.2% 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.
Nexstar Broadcasting Group Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · BROADCASTING · USA
Nexstar Media Group, Inc., a broadcast television and digital media company, focuses on the acquisition, development and operation of television stations and interactive community websites and digital media services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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