Lincoln Educational Services (LINC)vsWalmart Inc. (WMT)
LINC
Lincoln Educational Services
$47.99
-5.16%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.47B
WMT
Walmart Inc.
$118.88
-0.18%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $899.74B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Walmart Inc. generates 133059% more annual revenue ($725.30B vs $544.69M). LINC leads profitability with a 4.1% profit margin vs 3.1%. LINC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.05. WMT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
LINC
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
WMT
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 133.2% YoY
Revenue surging 22.5% year-over-year
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Areas to Watch
Grey zone — moderate risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
4.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.5%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 9.5x book value
3.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LINC
The strongest argument for LINC centers on EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 22.5% 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 Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Profit Margin. A P/E of 66.4x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : WMT
The primary concerns for WMT are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. 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 0.80 — expect wider price swings.
LINC is growing revenue faster at 22.5% — sustainability is the question.
LINC generates stronger free cash flow (-10M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LINC scores higher overall (49/100 vs 49/100) and 22.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Hold" 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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