Nelnet Inc (NNI)vsVisa Inc. Class A (V)
NNI
Nelnet Inc
$129.03
-0.32%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $4.68B
V
Visa Inc. Class A
$323.57
+0.50%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $603.46B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Visa Inc. Class A generates 2514% more annual revenue ($43.03B vs $1.65B). V leads profitability with a 51.7% profit margin vs 25.3%. NNI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.46. V earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
NNI
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
V
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.4%
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 62 in profit
Keeps 52 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 67.3%
17.1% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 35.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Revenue declined 7.1%
Earnings declined 12.9%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Moderate valuation
Trading at 17.4x book value
Grey zone — moderate risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NNI
The strongest argument for NNI centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.3% and operating margin at 21.4%. PEG of 0.46 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : V
The strongest argument for V centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 51.7% and operating margin at 67.3%. Revenue growth of 17.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : NNI
The primary concerns for NNI are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.06 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : V
The primary concerns for V are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NNI profiles as a declining stock while V is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NNI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.79 — expect wider price swings.
V is growing revenue faster at 17.1% — sustainability is the question.
V generates stronger free cash flow (2.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
V scores higher overall (74/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 51.7% margins and 17.1% 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.
Nelnet Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CREDIT SERVICES · USA
Nelnet, Inc. is engaged in the loan management, communications and educational technology, services and payment processing businesses globally. The company is headquartered in Lincoln, Nebraska.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES · CREDIT SERVICES · USA
Visa Inc. is an American multinational financial services corporation headquartered in Foster City, California, United States. It facilitates electronic funds transfers throughout the world, most commonly through Visa-branded credit cards, debit cards and prepaid cards. Visa is one of the world's most valuable companies.
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