Baidu Inc (BIDU)vsPLDT Inc ADR (PHI)
BIDU
Baidu Inc
$81.87
+3.01%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $26.29B
PHI
PLDT Inc ADR
$18.26
+0.55%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $3.76B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PLDT Inc ADR generates 74% more annual revenue ($220.89B vs $127.31B). PHI leads profitability with a 13.1% profit margin vs -2.9%. BIDU appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.82. PHI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
BIDU
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
PHI
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BIDU.
Margin of Safety
+88.1%
Fair Value
$206.05
Current Price
$18.26
$187.79 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 11.7B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 26.0%
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -1.4% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 4.2%
Earnings declined 73.8%
2.1% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 14.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BIDU
The strongest argument for BIDU centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.82 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PHI
The strongest argument for PHI centers on P/E Ratio, Free Cash Flow, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : BIDU
The primary concerns for BIDU are Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : PHI
The primary concerns for PHI are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 2.70 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BIDU profiles as a turnaround stock while PHI is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BIDU carries more volatility with a beta of 0.58 — expect wider price swings.
PHI is growing revenue faster at 2.1% — sustainability is the question.
PHI generates stronger free cash flow (11.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PHI scores higher overall (56/100 vs 47/100). Both earn "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.
PLDT Inc ADR
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
PLDT Inc. is an integrated telecommunications company in the Philippines. The company is headquartered in Makati City, the Philippines.
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