Grand Canyon Education Inc (LOPE)vsWalmart Inc. (WMT)
LOPE
Grand Canyon Education Inc
$153.97
-2.12%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $4.01B
WMT
Walmart Inc.
$118.77
+2.09%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $945.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Walmart Inc. generates 64331% more annual revenue ($735.84B vs $1.14B). LOPE leads profitability with a 19.6% profit margin vs 3.0%. LOPE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.92. LOPE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
LOPE
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
WMT
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-49.1%
Fair Value
$107.53
Current Price
$153.97
$46.44 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WMT.
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%
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 : 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 0.92 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WMT
The strongest argument for WMT centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : LOPE
No major red flags identified for LOPE, 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
LOPE profiles as a mature stock while WMT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LOPE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.58 — expect wider price swings.
LOPE is growing revenue faster at 6.7% — sustainability is the question.
WMT generates stronger free cash flow (7.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LOPE scores higher overall (69/100 vs 43/100), backed by strong 19.6% margins. 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.
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.
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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