Live Ventures Inc (LIVE)vsRush Street Interactive Inc (RSI)
LIVE
Live Ventures Inc
$9.06
-5.62%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $28.66M
RSI
Rush Street Interactive Inc
$26.23
+1.72%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $6.85B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Rush Street Interactive Inc generates 184% more annual revenue ($1.24B vs $437.87M). RSI leads profitability with a 3.0% profit margin vs 0.9%. RSI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
LIVE
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
RSI
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+86.4%
Fair Value
$143.82
Current Price
$9.06
$134.76 discount
Margin of Safety
+3.0%
Fair Value
$30.50
Current Price
$26.23
$4.27 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 41.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 67.2% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.2% — below average capital efficiency
0.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.9%
Trading at 17.0x book value
3.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LIVE
The strongest argument for LIVE centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : RSI
The strongest argument for RSI centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 41.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LIVE
The primary concerns for LIVE are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 2.50 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 0.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : RSI
The primary concerns for RSI are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 87.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LIVE profiles as a value stock while RSI is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
RSI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.59 — expect wider price swings.
RSI is growing revenue faster at 41.1% — sustainability is the question.
RSI generates stronger free cash flow (20M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RSI scores higher overall (56/100 vs 33/100) and 41.1% revenue growth. LIVE offers better value entry with a 86.4% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Live Ventures Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL · USA
Live Ventures Incorporated is engaged in flooring manufacturing, steel fabrication and retail businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Visit Website →Rush Street Interactive Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · GAMBLING · USA
Rush Street Interactive, Inc. is an online casino and sports betting company in the United States and Latin America. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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