New Oriental Education & Technology (EDU)vsSkillsoft Corp. (SKIL)
EDU
New Oriental Education & Technology
$55.64
+0.18%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $9.92B
SKIL
Skillsoft Corp.
$6.19
-0.47%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $71.20M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
New Oriental Education & Technology generates 1014% more annual revenue ($5.66B vs $508.02M). EDU leads profitability with a 8.4% profit margin vs -28.5%. SKIL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.20. EDU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
EDU
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
SKIL
Hold35
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+82.5%
Fair Value
$349.01
Current Price
$55.64
$293.37 discount
Margin of Safety
+33.1%
Fair Value
$9.64
Current Price
$6.19
$3.45 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 791.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 23.0% year-over-year
Growing faster than its price suggests
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -439.6% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EDU
The strongest argument for EDU centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 23.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.01 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SKIL
The strongest argument for SKIL centers on PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity. PEG of 0.20 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : EDU
No major red flags identified for EDU, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : SKIL
The primary concerns for SKIL are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EDU profiles as a growth stock while SKIL is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
SKIL carries more volatility with a beta of 2.23 — expect wider price swings.
EDU is growing revenue faster at 23.0% — sustainability is the question.
EDU generates stronger free cash flow (420M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EDU scores higher overall (64/100 vs 35/100) and 23.0% revenue growth. SKIL offers better value entry with a 33.1% margin of safety. 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.
New Oriental Education & Technology
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · China
New Oriental Education & Technology Group Inc. provides private educational services under the New Oriental brand in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Beijing, the People's Republic of China.
Skillsoft Corp.
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · USA
SkillSoft Corp. The company is headquartered in Nashua, New Hampshire.
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