Marchex Inc (MCHX)vsTrade Desk Inc (TTD)
MCHX
Marchex Inc
$1.52
-2.56%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $73.99M
TTD
Trade Desk Inc
$19.95
-5.14%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $9.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Trade Desk Inc generates 6552% more annual revenue ($2.97B vs $44.64M). TTD leads profitability with a 14.6% profit margin vs -11.2%. TTD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.92. TTD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
MCHX
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
TTD
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 20.0%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MCHX
The strongest argument for MCHX centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
Bull Case : TTD
The strongest argument for TTD centers on Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 11.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.92 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : MCHX
The primary concerns for MCHX are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : TTD
The primary concerns for TTD are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MCHX profiles as a turnaround stock while TTD is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MCHX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.96 — expect wider price swings.
TTD is growing revenue faster at 11.8% — sustainability is the question.
TTD generates stronger free cash flow (279M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TTD scores higher overall (56/100 vs 30/100) and 11.8% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
Marchex Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
Marchex, Inc. is a call analytics company that helps businesses connect, drive, measure, and convert callers into customers. The company is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.
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COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
Trade Desk, Inc. is a technology company in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Ventura, California.
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