Sea Ltd (SE)vsSynchrony Financial (SYF)
SE
Sea Ltd
$82.47
+5.31%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $46.36B
SYF
Synchrony Financial
$67.63
+0.54%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $24.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sea Ltd generates 135% more annual revenue ($22.94B vs $9.76B). SYF leads profitability with a 36.4% profit margin vs 6.9%. SE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.55. SYF earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
SE
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
SYF
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+2.9%
Fair Value
$117.94
Current Price
$82.47
$35.47 discount
Margin of Safety
+59.2%
Fair Value
$178.92
Current Price
$67.63
$111.29 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 38.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 58.5% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 1.0B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 48.5%
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 2.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
6.9% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SE
The strongest argument for SE centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 38.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.55 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SYF
The strongest argument for SYF centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 36.4% and operating margin at 48.5%.
Bear Case : SE
The primary concerns for SE are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : SYF
The primary concerns for SYF are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SE profiles as a hypergrowth stock while SYF is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — expect wider price swings.
SE is growing revenue faster at 38.4% — sustainability is the question.
SYF generates stronger free cash flow (2.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SYF scores higher overall (71/100 vs 70/100), backed by strong 36.4% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Sea Ltd
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · INTERNET RETAIL · USA
Sea Limited is engaged in the digital entertainment, e-commerce and digital financial services businesses in Southeast Asia, Latin America, the rest of Asia and internationally. The company is headquartered in Singapore.
Synchrony Financial
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CREDIT SERVICES · USA
Synchrony Financial is a consumer financial services company headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, United States. The company offers consumer financing products, including credit, promotional financing and loyalty programs, installment lending to industries, and FDIC-insured consumer savings products through Synchrony Bank, its wholly owned online bank subsidiary.
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