Coinbase Global Inc (COIN)vsWaters Corporation (WAT)
COIN
Coinbase Global Inc
$201.16
+4.25%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $50.96B
WAT
Waters Corporation
$355.13
+1.32%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $34.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Coinbase Global Inc generates 83% more annual revenue ($6.88B vs $3.77B). COIN leads profitability with a 18.3% profit margin vs 11.9%. COIN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.78. COIN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
COIN
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
WAT
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for COIN.
Margin of Safety
-63.1%
Fair Value
$201.83
Current Price
$355.13
$153.30 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 430.6% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 3.1B in free cash flow
Revenue surging 91.5% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 22.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.3x book value
ROE of 5.2% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COIN
The strongest argument for COIN centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.3% and operating margin at 11.3%. PEG of 0.78 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WAT
The strongest argument for WAT centers on Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 91.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : COIN
The primary concerns for COIN are Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 70.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : WAT
The primary concerns for WAT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. A P/E of 44.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COIN profiles as a declining stock while WAT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
COIN carries more volatility with a beta of 3.38 — expect wider price swings.
WAT is growing revenue faster at 91.5% — sustainability is the question.
COIN generates stronger free cash flow (3.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
COIN scores higher overall (60/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 18.3% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Coinbase Global Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
Coinbase Global, Inc. provides financial infrastructure and technology for the crypto economy. The company is headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware.
Visit Website →Waters Corporation
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Waters Corporation is a publicly traded Analytical Laboratory instrument and software company headquartered in Milford, Massachusetts.
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