Baidu Inc (BIDU)vsVersant Media Group, Inc. (VSNT)
BIDU
Baidu Inc
$111.74
-9.75%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $38.03B
VSNT
Versant Media Group, Inc.
$40.19
-0.07%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $5.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Baidu Inc generates 1830% more annual revenue ($128.70B vs $6.67B). VSNT leads profitability with a 12.7% profit margin vs 1.0%. VSNT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.56. VSNT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
BIDU
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
VSNT
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 2.7B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 26.2%
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.7% — below average capital efficiency
1.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 1.2%
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 1.1%
Earnings declined 21.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BIDU
The strongest argument for BIDU centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 0.63 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : VSNT
The strongest argument for VSNT centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.56 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BIDU
The primary concerns for BIDU are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 1.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : VSNT
The primary concerns for VSNT are Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BIDU profiles as a value stock while VSNT is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
VSNT is growing revenue faster at -1.1% — sustainability is the question.
BIDU generates stronger free cash flow (2.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
VSNT scores higher overall (65/100 vs 50/100). 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.
Versant Media Group, Inc.
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
Versant Media Group, Inc. focuses on operating cable television networks and digital platforms. The company is headquartered in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey.
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