Nomura Holdings Inc ADR (NMR)vsRiot Platforms, Inc. (RIOT)
NMR
Nomura Holdings Inc ADR
$8.41
-2.77%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $25.46B
RIOT
Riot Platforms, Inc.
$24.66
-10.23%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $10.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nomura Holdings Inc ADR generates 331727% more annual revenue ($2.17T vs $653.27M). NMR leads profitability with a 16.7% profit margin vs -132.8%. NMR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
NMR
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
RIOT
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 27.5% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 37.3% YoY
Areas to Watch
4.5% earnings growth
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
3.6% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -36.2% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NMR
The strongest argument for NMR centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.7% and operating margin at 18.7%. Revenue growth of 27.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : RIOT
The strongest argument for RIOT centers on Debt/Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : NMR
The primary concerns for NMR are EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 4.67 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : RIOT
The primary concerns for RIOT are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NMR profiles as a growth stock while RIOT is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
RIOT carries more volatility with a beta of 3.82 — expect wider price swings.
NMR is growing revenue faster at 27.5% — sustainability is the question.
RIOT generates stronger free cash flow (-298M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NMR scores higher overall (70/100 vs 34/100), backed by strong 16.7% margins and 27.5% revenue growth. 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.
Nomura Holdings Inc ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Nomura Holdings, Inc. provides various financial services to individuals, corporations, financial institutions, governments, and government agencies worldwide. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
Riot Platforms, Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Riot Blockchain, Inc., focuses on the cryptocurrency mining operation in North America. The company is headquartered in Castle Rock, Colorado.
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