Laureate Education Inc (LAUR)vsWalmart Inc. (WMT)
LAUR
Laureate Education Inc
$36.36
-3.40%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $5.32B
WMT
Walmart Inc.
$118.77
+2.09%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $945.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Walmart Inc. generates 40108% more annual revenue ($735.84B vs $1.83B). LAUR leads profitability with a 17.6% profit margin vs 3.0%. LAUR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.02. LAUR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
LAUR
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
WMT
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 36.3%
Earnings expanding 50.8% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 27 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
17.5% revenue growth
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Generating 7.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Trading at 9.6x book value
3.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.5%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LAUR
The strongest argument for LAUR centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.6% and operating margin at 36.3%. Revenue growth of 17.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WMT
The strongest argument for WMT centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : LAUR
No major red flags identified for LAUR, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : WMT
The primary concerns for WMT are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 43.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LAUR profiles as a growth stock while WMT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
WMT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.58 — expect wider price swings.
LAUR is growing revenue faster at 17.5% — sustainability is the question.
WMT generates stronger free cash flow (7.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LAUR scores higher overall (77/100 vs 43/100), backed by strong 17.6% margins and 17.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Laureate Education Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · USA
Laureate Education, Inc. offers higher education programs and services to students through a network of universities and institutions of higher education. The company is headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland.
Walmart Inc.
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Walmart Inc. is an American multinational retail corporation that operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores from the United States, headquartered in Bentonville, Arkansas. It also owns and operates Sam's Club retail warehouses.
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