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Baidu Inc (BIDU) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Baidu Inc stock (BIDU) is currently trading at $121.87. Baidu Inc PE ratio is 71.23. Baidu Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 0.33. Analyst consensus price target for BIDU is $176.31. WallStSmart rates BIDU as Underperform.

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BIDU

Baidu Inc

NASDAQCOMMUNICATION SERVICES
$121.87
$1.18 (0.98%)
52W$74.71
$165.30
Target$176.31+44.7%

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BIDU Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · Baidu Inc (BIDU)

Margin of Safety
-1147.8%
Significantly Overvalued
BIDU Fair Value
$11.63
Graham Formula
Current Price
$121.87
$110.24 above fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $11.63
Overvalued
Price $121.87
Graham IV $11.63
Analyst $176.31

BIDU trades 1148% above its Graham fair value of $11.63, indicating the stock may be overvalued at current levels.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

WallStSmart

Smart Analysis

Baidu Inc (BIDU) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Hold
Investment Rating

Category Performance

WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.

Investment Thesis

Strong fundamentals in market cap, peg ratio, price/sales. Concerns around return on equity and operating margin. Mixed signals suggest waiting for clearer direction before acting.

Baidu Inc (BIDU) Key Strengths (4)

Avg Score: 9.3/10
PEG RatioValuation
0.7110/10

Growing significantly faster than its price suggests

Price/SalesValuation
0.3310/10

Paying less than $1 for every $1 of annual revenue

Market CapQuality
$42.46B9/10

Large-cap company with substantial market presence

Price/BookValuation
1.108/10

Trading at 1.10x book value, attractively priced

Supporting Valuation Data

Price/Sales (TTM)
0.329
Undervalued
EV/Revenue
2.144
Undervalued
BIDU Target Price
$176.31
25% Upside

Baidu Inc (BIDU) Areas to Watch (6)

Avg Score: 1.5/10
Revenue GrowthGrowth
-4.10%0/10

Revenue declining -4.10%, a shrinking business

EPS GrowthGrowth
-72.30%0/10

Earnings declining -72.30%, profits shrinking

Return on EquityProfitability
1.90%1/10

Very low returns on shareholder equity

Operating MarginProfitability
6.69%2/10

Very thin margins with limited operational efficiency

Profit MarginProfitability
4.33%2/10

Very thin margins, barely profitable

Institutional Own.Quality
19.63%4/10

Low institutional interest, mostly retail-driven

Supporting Valuation Data

P/E Ratio
71.23
Overvalued
Trailing P/E
71.23
Overvalued

Baidu Inc (BIDU) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 47/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a D+ grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 4 register as strengths (avg 9.3/10) while 6 fall into concern territory (avg 1.5/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Sales, Market Cap. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (0.71), Price/Sales (0.33), Price/Book (1.10) suggest the stock is attractively priced.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at -4.10%, EPS Growth at -72.30%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 1.90%, Operating Margin at 6.69%, Profit Margin at 4.33%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Revenue Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 1.90% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at -4.10% needing to reaccelerate.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a higher risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Fundamental challenges outweigh strengths at current levels. Revenue Growth and EPS Growth are the primary drags. Consider waiting for meaningful improvement before committing capital.

Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Baidu Inc (BIDU) · COMMUNICATION SERVICESINTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION

The Big Picture

Baidu Inc faces headwinds with declining revenue, though profitability provides a cushion. Revenue reached 129.1B with 410% decline year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 433.0%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.

Key Findings

Excellent Capital Efficiency

ROE of 190.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.

Cash Flow Positive

Generating 2.6B in free cash flow and 2.6B in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.

Revenue Decline

Revenue contracted 410% YoY. Worth determining whether this is cyclical or structural.

What to Watch Next

Valuation compression risk at a P/E of 71.2x. Any growth miss could trigger a sharp correction.

Sector dynamics: monitor INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Baidu Inc.

Bottom Line

Baidu Inc faces challenges with declining revenue. While profitability provides a buffer, the long-term trajectory needs to improve. Watch for management's strategic response and whether the company can stabilize or pivot to new growth drivers.

This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

Insider Transactions

Total Buys
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Total Sells
0

Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings

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About Baidu Inc(BIDU)

Exchange

NASDAQ

Sector

COMMUNICATION SERVICES

Industry

INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION

Country

China

Baidu, Inc. provides Internet search services primarily in China. The company is headquartered in Beijing, China.