Grand Canyon Education Inc (LOPE)vsUdemy Inc (UDMY)
LOPE
Grand Canyon Education Inc
$151.20
-0.01%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $3.98B
UDMY
Udemy Inc
$4.63
0.00%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $675.68M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Grand Canyon Education Inc generates 45% more annual revenue ($1.14B vs $789.84M). LOPE leads profitability with a 19.6% profit margin vs 0.5%. LOPE trades at a lower P/E of 18.5x. LOPE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
LOPE
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
UDMY
Avoid35
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-49.6%
Fair Value
$107.14
Current Price
$151.20
$44.06 premium
Margin of Safety
+15.4%
Fair Value
$5.46
Current Price
$4.63
$0.83 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 22.0%
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.9% — below average capital efficiency
0.5% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LOPE
The strongest argument for LOPE centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.6% and operating margin at 22.0%. PEG of 0.90 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : UDMY
UDMY has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : LOPE
No major red flags identified for LOPE, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : UDMY
The primary concerns for UDMY are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 154.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LOPE profiles as a mature stock while UDMY is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
UDMY carries more volatility with a beta of 1.58 — expect wider price swings.
LOPE is growing revenue faster at 6.7% — sustainability is the question.
LOPE generates stronger free cash flow (98M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LOPE scores higher overall (69/100 vs 35/100), backed by strong 19.6% margins. UDMY offers better value entry with a 15.4% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Grand Canyon Education Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · USA
Grand Canyon Education, Inc. provides educational services to colleges and universities in the United States. The company is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.
Udemy Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · USA
Udemy, Inc. operates a platform for teaching and learning skills in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
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