Sea Ltd (SE)vsUlta Beauty Inc (ULTA)
SE
Sea Ltd
$106.24
-1.35%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $65.07B
ULTA
Ulta Beauty Inc
$546.78
+2.08%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $23.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sea Ltd generates 114% more annual revenue ($27.72B vs $12.96B). ULTA leads profitability with a 9.3% profit margin vs 5.9%. SE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.04. ULTA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
SE
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
ULTA
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+56.1%
Fair Value
$260.75
Current Price
$106.24
$154.51 discount
Margin of Safety
-20.8%
Fair Value
$565.46
Current Price
$546.78
$18.68 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 48.1% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 46 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
5.9% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.6x book value
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SE
The strongest argument for SE centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 48.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.04 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : ULTA
The strongest argument for ULTA centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SE
The primary concerns for SE are Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 41.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : ULTA
The primary concerns for ULTA are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SE profiles as a hypergrowth stock while ULTA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.52 — expect wider price swings.
SE is growing revenue faster at 48.1% — sustainability is the question.
SE generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ULTA scores higher overall (61/100 vs 56/100). SE offers better value entry with a 56.1% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
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.
Ulta Beauty Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · SPECIALTY RETAIL · USA
Ulta Beauty, Inc., formerly known as Ulta Salon, Cosmetics & Fragrance Inc., is an American chain of beauty stores headquartered in Bolingbrook, Illinois. Ulta Beauty carries cosmetics and skincare brands, men's and women's fragrances, nail products, bath and body products, beauty tools and haircare products.
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