Fluent Inc (FLNT)vsTrade Desk Inc (TTD)
FLNT
Fluent Inc
$3.56
+3.64%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $101.97M
TTD
Trade Desk Inc
$18.28
-4.24%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $8.74B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Trade Desk Inc generates 1396% more annual revenue ($2.97B vs $198.41M). TTD leads profitability with a 14.6% profit margin vs -12.2%. TTD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.89. TTD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
FLNT
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
TTD
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 33527.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -137.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 18.8%
Earnings declined 20.0%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FLNT
The strongest argument for FLNT centers on EPS Growth.
Bull Case : TTD
The strongest argument for TTD centers on Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 11.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.89 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : FLNT
The primary concerns for FLNT are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.33 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TTD
The primary concerns for TTD are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FLNT profiles as a turnaround stock while TTD is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TTD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.04 — expect wider price swings.
TTD is growing revenue faster at 11.8% — sustainability is the question.
TTD generates stronger free cash flow (279M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TTD scores higher overall (56/100 vs 38/100) and 11.8% revenue growth. 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.
Fluent Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
Fluent, Inc. provides data-driven digital marketing services primarily in the United States. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
Trade Desk Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
Trade Desk, Inc. is a technology company in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Ventura, California.
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