Coupang LLC (CPNG)vsSea Ltd (SE)
CPNG
Coupang LLC
$18.80
+1.51%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $33.86B
SE
Sea Ltd
$82.47
+5.31%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $46.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Coupang LLC generates 51% more annual revenue ($34.53B vs $22.94B). SE leads profitability with a 6.9% profit margin vs 0.6%. CPNG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.45. SE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
CPNG
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
SE
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-242.9%
Fair Value
$5.15
Current Price
$18.80
$13.65 premium
Margin of Safety
+2.9%
Fair Value
$117.94
Current Price
$82.47
$35.47 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 28.2% YoY
Revenue surging 38.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 58.5% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 1.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
ROE of 4.9% — below average capital efficiency
0.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.1%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
6.9% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CPNG
The strongest argument for CPNG centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 10.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.45 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SE
The strongest argument for SE centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 38.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.55 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CPNG
The primary concerns for CPNG are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 168.4x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SE
The primary concerns for SE are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CPNG profiles as a value stock while SE is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — expect wider price swings.
SE is growing revenue faster at 38.4% — sustainability is the question.
SE generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SE scores higher overall (70/100 vs 57/100) and 38.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Coupang LLC
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · INTERNET RETAIL · USA
Coupang, Inc. owns and operates e-commerce businesses through its mobile applications and Internet websites primarily in South Korea. The company is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea.
Sea Ltd
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · INTERNET RETAIL · USA
Sea Limited is engaged in the digital entertainment, e-commerce and digital financial services businesses in Southeast Asia, Latin America, the rest of Asia and internationally. The company is headquartered in Singapore.
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