Baidu Inc (BIDU)vsPinterest Inc (PINS)
BIDU
Baidu Inc
$91.40
+0.89%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $33.74B
PINS
Pinterest Inc
$19.05
+1.44%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $12.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Baidu Inc generates 2695% more annual revenue ($127.31B vs $4.56B). PINS leads profitability with a 5.5% profit margin vs -2.9%. PINS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.36. PINS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (D+).
BIDU
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
PINS
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BIDU.
Margin of Safety
+66.4%
Fair Value
$56.84
Current Price
$19.05
$37.79 discount
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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
18.2% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -1.4% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 4.2%
Earnings declined 71.7%
5.5% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 84.6%
Operating margin of -3.5%
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 : PINS
The strongest argument for PINS centers on PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 18.2% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.36 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 : PINS
The primary concerns for PINS are Profit Margin, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth. A P/E of 67.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BIDU profiles as a turnaround stock while PINS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PINS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.91 — expect wider price swings.
PINS is growing revenue faster at 18.2% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
PINS scores higher overall (50/100 vs 47/100) and 18.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Hold" 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.
Pinterest Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION · USA
Pinterest, Inc. provides a visual discovery engine in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
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