Goldman Sachs Group Inc (GS)vsThe9 Ltd ADR (NCTY)
GS
Goldman Sachs Group Inc
$927.73
-3.58%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $255.00B
NCTY
The9 Ltd ADR
$2.99
-4.63%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $47.80M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Goldman Sachs Group Inc generates 111757% more annual revenue ($71.04B vs $63.51M). NCTY leads profitability with a 69.5% profit margin vs 31.2%. GS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 83/100 (A-).
GS
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
NCTY
Hold44
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 38.2%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 23.3% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 70 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -49.7% — 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 31.2% and operating margin at 38.2%. Revenue growth of 23.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NCTY
The strongest argument for NCTY centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 69.5% and operating margin at -1233.0%.
Bear Case : GS
The primary concerns for GS are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 6.71 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : NCTY
The primary concerns for NCTY are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GS profiles as a growth stock while NCTY is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
NCTY carries more volatility with a beta of 2.02 — expect wider price swings.
GS is growing revenue faster at 23.3% — 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 44/100), backed by strong 31.2% margins and 23.3% 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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