Marathon Digital Holdings Inc (MARA)vsMorgan Stanley (MS)
MARA
Marathon Digital Holdings Inc
$11.98
+4.81%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $4.60B
MS
Morgan Stanley
$214.38
+0.81%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $336.70B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Morgan Stanley generates 9577% more annual revenue ($77.83B vs $804.22M). MS leads profitability with a 25.9% profit margin vs 0.0%. MARA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.10. MS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
MARA
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
MS
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 86.7% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 41.6%
Earnings expanding 62.4% YoY
Keeps 26 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 28.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
0.0% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -91.3% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MARA
The strongest argument for MARA centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Price/Book. PEG of 0.10 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MS
The strongest argument for MS centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.9% and operating margin at 41.6%. Revenue growth of 28.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MARA
The primary concerns for MARA are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : MS
The primary concerns for MS are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 4.75 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MARA profiles as a value stock while MS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MARA carries more volatility with a beta of 5.34 — expect wider price swings.
MS is growing revenue faster at 28.0% — sustainability is the question.
MARA generates stronger free cash flow (-566M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MS scores higher overall (75/100 vs 47/100), backed by strong 25.9% margins and 28.0% revenue growth. 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.
Marathon Digital Holdings Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Marathon Digital Holdings, Inc. is a cryptocurrency mining digital asset technology company with a focus on the blockchain ecosystem and digital asset generation in the United States. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Morgan Stanley
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Morgan Stanley is an American multinational investment bank and financial services company headquartered at 1585 Broadway in the Morgan Stanley Building, Midtown Manhattan, New York City.
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