Stride Inc (LRN)vsWah Fu Education Group Ltd (WAFU)
LRN
Stride Inc
$101.96
-14.50%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $4.16B
WAFU
Wah Fu Education Group Ltd
$1.58
-4.82%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $7.32M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Stride Inc generates 39238% more annual revenue ($2.54B vs $6.45M). LRN leads profitability with a 12.1% profit margin vs -1.3%. LRN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
LRN
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
WAFU
Avoid31
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-12.2%
Fair Value
$87.11
Current Price
$101.96
$14.85 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WAFU.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 20.8%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
2.7% revenue growth
Earnings declined 4.5%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -11.2% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 73.7%
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LRN
The strongest argument for LRN centers on Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.55 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WAFU
The strongest argument for WAFU centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : LRN
The primary concerns for LRN are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : WAFU
The primary concerns for WAFU are Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LRN profiles as a value stock while WAFU is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
WAFU carries more volatility with a beta of 1.04 — expect wider price swings.
WAFU is growing revenue faster at 9.3% — sustainability is the question.
LRN generates stronger free cash flow (202M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LRN scores higher overall (65/100 vs 31/100). 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.
Stride Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · USA
Stride, Inc., a technology-based education company, provides its own and third-party online educational services, software systems and curricula to facilitate individualized learning for students primarily in kindergarten through grade 12 (K -12) in the United States and internationally. .
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CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · China
Wah Fu Education Group Limited, provides online exam preparation services and related technology solutions in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Beijing, the People's Republic of China.
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