QuinStreet Inc (QNST)vsTrade Desk Inc (TTD)
QNST
QuinStreet Inc
$18.38
+1.94%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $1.07B
TTD
Trade Desk Inc
$14.34
+2.65%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $6.59B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Trade Desk Inc generates 131% more annual revenue ($2.99B vs $1.29B). TTD leads profitability with a 13.6% profit margin vs 6.3%. TTD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.06. QNST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
QNST
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
TTD
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 44 in profit
Revenue surging 42.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 559.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
6.3% margin — thin
3.0% revenue growth
Earnings declined 23.6%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : QNST
The strongest argument for QNST centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 42.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.13 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TTD
The strongest argument for TTD centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 1.06 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : QNST
The primary concerns for QNST are Market Cap, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : TTD
The primary concerns for TTD are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
QNST profiles as a hypergrowth stock while TTD is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TTD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.00 — expect wider price swings.
QNST is growing revenue faster at 42.7% — sustainability is the question.
TTD generates stronger free cash flow (140M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
QNST scores higher overall (73/100 vs 55/100) and 42.7% 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.
QuinStreet Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
QuinStreet, Inc., an online performance marketing company, offers client acquisition services for its clients in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Foster City, California.
Trade Desk Inc
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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