Lincoln Educational Services (LINC)vsWalmart Inc. (WMT)
LINC
Lincoln Educational Services
$40.35
+1.74%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.27B
WMT
Walmart Inc.
$131.93
+3.06%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.02T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Walmart Inc. generates 137512% more annual revenue ($713.16B vs $518.24M). LINC leads profitability with a 3.9% profit margin vs 3.1%. LINC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.78. LINC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
LINC
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
WMT
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-6.3%
Fair Value
$25.34
Current Price
$40.35
$15.01 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WMT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 87.1% YoY
19.7% revenue growth
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Generating 6.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
3.9% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 10.6x book value
3.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LINC
The strongest argument for LINC centers on EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WMT
The strongest argument for WMT centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : LINC
The primary concerns for LINC are Market Cap, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 62.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : WMT
The primary concerns for WMT are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 46.9x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LINC profiles as a growth stock while WMT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LINC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.83 — expect wider price swings.
LINC is growing revenue faster at 19.7% — sustainability is the question.
WMT generates stronger free cash flow (6.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LINC scores higher overall (50/100 vs 43/100) and 19.7% 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.
Lincoln Educational Services
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · USA
Lincoln Educational Services Corporation offers various career-oriented postsecondary education services to high school graduates and working adults in the United States. The company is headquartered in West Orange, New Jersey.
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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