Goldman Sachs Group Inc (GS)vsThe9 Ltd ADR (NCTY)
GS
Goldman Sachs Group Inc
$980.75
+4.50%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $311.24B
NCTY
The9 Ltd ADR
$4.36
-5.63%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $69.34M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Goldman Sachs Group Inc generates 62524% more annual revenue ($67.57B vs $107.90M). GS leads profitability with a 31.0% profit margin vs 0.0%. GS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 81/100 (A-).
GS
Exceptional Buy81
out of 100
Grade: A-
NCTY
Hold40
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 42.3%
Revenue surging 42.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 92.3% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 133.5% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
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 42.3%. Revenue growth of 42.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NCTY
The strongest argument for NCTY centers on Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 133.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GS
The primary concerns for GS are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 6.47 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : NCTY
The primary concerns for NCTY are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GS profiles as a growth stock while NCTY is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NCTY carries more volatility with a beta of 2.13 — expect wider price swings.
NCTY is growing revenue faster at 133.5% — sustainability is the question.
NCTY generates stronger free cash flow (-33M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GS scores higher overall (81/100 vs 40/100), 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.
The9 Ltd ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · China
The9 Limited, is an Internet company in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Shanghai, the People's Republic of China.
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