Booking Holdings Inc (BKNG)vsLive Ventures Inc (LIVE)
BKNG
Booking Holdings Inc
$173.92
+0.01%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $130.68B
LIVE
Live Ventures Inc
$8.08
-1.46%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $26.94M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Booking Holdings Inc generates 6403% more annual revenue ($28.24B vs $434.25M). BKNG leads profitability with a 25.5% profit margin vs -0.6%. BKNG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
BKNG
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
LIVE
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+7.8%
Fair Value
$188.59
Current Price
$173.92
$14.67 discount
Margin of Safety
+85.9%
Fair Value
$138.16
Current Price
$8.08
$130.08 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 226 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 34.4%
Earnings expanding 130.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.2% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 4.8%
Revenue declined 3.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BKNG
The strongest argument for BKNG centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.5% and operating margin at 34.4%. PEG of 0.64 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LIVE
The strongest argument for LIVE centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : BKNG
No major red flags identified for BKNG, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : LIVE
The primary concerns for LIVE are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Debt-to-equity of 2.44 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BKNG profiles as a mature stock while LIVE is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
BKNG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.07 — expect wider price swings.
BKNG is growing revenue faster at 8.1% — sustainability is the question.
BKNG generates stronger free cash flow (3.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BKNG scores higher overall (76/100 vs 30/100), backed by strong 25.5% margins. LIVE offers better value entry with a 85.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Booking Holdings Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · TRAVEL SERVICES · USA
Booking Holdings Inc. is an American travel technology company organized in Delaware and based in Norwalk, Connecticut, that owns and operates several travel fare aggregators and travel fare metasearch engines including namesake and flagship Booking.com, Priceline.com, Agoda.com, Kayak.com, Cheapflights, Rentalcars.com, Momondo, and OpenTable.
Visit Website →Live Ventures Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL · USA
Live Ventures Incorporated is engaged in flooring manufacturing, steel fabrication and retail businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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