Nomura Holdings Inc ADR (NMR)vsRiot Platforms, Inc. (RIOT)
NMR
Nomura Holdings Inc ADR
$10.86
+3.04%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $31.13B
RIOT
Riot Platforms, Inc.
$21.47
+2.48%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $8.35B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nomura Holdings Inc ADR generates 345499% more annual revenue ($2.33T vs $674.51M). NMR leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs -196.3%. NMR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
NMR
Exceptional Buy84
out of 100
Grade: A-
RIOT
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 30.8%
Revenue surging 31.2% year-over-year
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 42.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 37.3% YoY
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -36.2% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NMR
The strongest argument for NMR centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.3% and operating margin at 30.8%. Revenue growth of 31.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : RIOT
The strongest argument for RIOT centers on Debt/Equity, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 13.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : NMR
The primary concerns for NMR are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 9.18 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : RIOT
The primary concerns for RIOT are Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
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 3.83 — expect wider price swings.
NMR is growing revenue faster at 31.2% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
NMR scores higher overall (84/100 vs 36/100), backed by strong 17.3% margins and 31.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
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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