New Oriental Education & Technology (EDU)vsTarget Corporation (TGT)
EDU
New Oriental Education & Technology
$45.74
-1.15%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $7.78B
TGT
Target Corporation
$122.57
-1.03%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $55.95B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Target Corporation generates 1879% more annual revenue ($106.38B vs $5.37B). EDU leads profitability with a 7.8% profit margin vs 3.2%. EDU appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.80. EDU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
EDU
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
TGT
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+81.9%
Fair Value
$339.19
Current Price
$45.74
$293.45 discount
Margin of Safety
+4.0%
Fair Value
$119.45
Current Price
$122.57
$3.12 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 60.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
19.8% revenue growth
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
7.8% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.2% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.5%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EDU
The strongest argument for EDU centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 19.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.80 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TGT
The strongest argument for TGT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : EDU
The primary concerns for EDU are Profit Margin, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : TGT
The primary concerns for TGT are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 3.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EDU profiles as a growth stock while TGT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TGT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.01 — expect wider price swings.
EDU is growing revenue faster at 19.8% — sustainability is the question.
EDU generates stronger free cash flow (-7M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EDU scores higher overall (69/100 vs 52/100) and 19.8% 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.
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.
Target Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Target Corporation is an American retail corporation. Their retail formats include the discount store Target, the hypermarket SuperTarget, and small-format stores previously named CityTarget and TargetExpress before being consolidated under the Target branding.
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