Goldman Sachs Group Inc (GS)vsMarathon Digital Holdings Inc (MARA)
GS
Goldman Sachs Group Inc
$1,029.18
+0.92%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $299.67B
MARA
Marathon Digital Holdings Inc
$11.98
+4.81%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $4.60B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Goldman Sachs Group Inc generates 8302% more annual revenue ($67.57B vs $804.22M). GS leads profitability with a 31.0% profit margin vs 0.0%. MARA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.10. GS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 83/100 (A-).
GS
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
MARA
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 31 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 42.2%
Revenue surging 42.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 92.3% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 86.7% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
0.0% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -91.3% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GS
The strongest argument for GS centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.0% and operating margin at 42.2%. Revenue growth of 42.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MARA
The strongest argument for MARA centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Price/Book. PEG of 0.10 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GS
The primary concerns for GS are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 6.04 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : MARA
The primary concerns for MARA are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GS profiles as a growth stock while MARA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MARA carries more volatility with a beta of 5.34 — expect wider price swings.
GS is growing revenue faster at 42.5% — sustainability is the question.
GS generates stronger free cash flow (5.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GS scores higher overall (83/100 vs 47/100), backed by strong 31.0% margins and 42.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Goldman Sachs Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., is an American multinational investment bank and financial services company headquartered in New York City. It offers services in investment management, securities, asset management, prime brokerage, and securities underwriting. It also provides investment banking to institutional investors.
Marathon Digital Holdings Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Marathon Digital Holdings, Inc. is a cryptocurrency mining digital asset technology company with a focus on the blockchain ecosystem and digital asset generation in the United States. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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