TAL Education Group (TAL)vsWah Fu Education Group Ltd (WAFU)
TAL
TAL Education Group
$11.30
+2.26%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $6.72B
WAFU
Wah Fu Education Group Ltd
$1.53
-4.38%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $7.06M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
TAL Education Group generates 45430% more annual revenue ($2.82B vs $6.19M). TAL leads profitability with a 9.9% profit margin vs -7.5%. TAL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
TAL
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
WAFU
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+47.1%
Fair Value
$22.46
Current Price
$11.30
$11.16 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WAFU.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 27.0% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.7% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -3.1% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 5.3%
Earnings declined 73.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TAL
The strongest argument for TAL centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 27.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.46 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WAFU
The strongest argument for WAFU centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : TAL
The primary concerns for TAL are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : WAFU
The primary concerns for WAFU are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TAL profiles as a growth stock while WAFU is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
WAFU carries more volatility with a beta of 0.95 — expect wider price swings.
TAL is growing revenue faster at 27.0% — sustainability is the question.
TAL generates stronger free cash flow (816M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TAL scores higher overall (68/100 vs 28/100) and 27.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
TAL Education Group
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · China
TAL Education Group offers K-12 afterschool tutoring services in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Beijing, the People's Republic of China.
Wah Fu Education Group Ltd
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · China
Wah Fu Education Group Limited, provides online exam preparation services and related technology solutions in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Beijing, the People's Republic of China.
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