Mastercard Inc (MA)vsTotalEnergies SE ADR (TTE)
MA
Mastercard Inc
$525.23
-4.25%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $444.77B
TTE
TotalEnergies SE ADR
$92.71
+0.51%
ENERGY · Cap: $205.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
TotalEnergies SE ADR generates 456% more annual revenue ($182.34B vs $32.79B). MA leads profitability with a 45.7% profit margin vs 7.2%. TTE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.77. MA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
MA
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
TTE
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 210 in profit
Keeps 46 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 57.7%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
17.6% revenue growth
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 6.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 60.7x book value
Elevated debt levels
7.2% margin — thin
Revenue declined 2.5%
Earnings declined 27.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MA
The strongest argument for MA centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit 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 : TTE
The strongest argument for TTE centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.77 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : MA
The primary concerns for MA are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 2.45 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TTE
The primary concerns for TTE are Profit Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MA profiles as a growth stock while TTE is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.83 — expect wider price swings.
MA is growing revenue faster at 17.6% — sustainability is the question.
TTE generates stronger free cash flow (6.5B), 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.
Visit Website →TotalEnergies SE ADR
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
TotalEnergies SE is a global integrated oil and gas company. The company is headquartered in Paris, France.
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