Mastercard Inc (MA)vsTurtle Beach Corporation (TBCH)
MA
Mastercard Inc
$502.76
+0.77%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $445.26B
TBCH
Turtle Beach Corporation
$11.76
-0.34%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $231.28M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mastercard Inc generates 10150% more annual revenue ($32.79B vs $319.91M). MA leads profitability with a 45.7% profit margin vs 4.9%. TBCH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.80. MA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
MA
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
TBCH
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+33.1%
Fair Value
$751.54
Current Price
$502.76
$248.78 discount
Margin of Safety
-121.8%
Fair Value
$5.24
Current Price
$11.76
$6.52 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 46 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 57.7%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
17.6% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 24.2% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 2.1% — below average capital efficiency
Trading at 58.1x book value
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
4.9% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 18.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MA
The strongest argument for MA centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 45.7% and operating margin at 57.7%. Revenue growth of 17.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TBCH
The strongest argument for TBCH centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.80 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : MA
The primary concerns for MA are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.45 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TBCH
The primary concerns for TBCH are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 4.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MA profiles as a growth stock while TBCH is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TBCH carries more volatility with a beta of 2.27 — expect wider price swings.
MA is growing revenue faster at 17.6% — sustainability is the question.
MA generates stronger free cash flow (4.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MA scores higher overall (70/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 45.7% margins and 17.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Mastercard Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CREDIT SERVICES · USA
Mastercard Incorporated is an American multinational financial services corporation headquartered in the Mastercard International Global Headquarters in Purchase, New York. The Global Operations Headquarters is located in O'Fallon, Missouri, a municipality of St. Charles County, Missouri. Throughout the world, its principal business is to process payments between the banks of merchants and the card-issuing banks or credit unions of the purchasers who use the Mastercard brand debit, credit and prepaid cards to make purchases. Mastercard Worldwide has been a publicly traded company since 2006.
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TECHNOLOGY · CONSUMER ELECTRONICS · USA
Turtle Beach Corporation is an audio technology company in North America, Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in White Plains, New York.
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