ATA Creativity Global (AACG)vsNew Oriental Education & Technology (EDU)
AACG
ATA Creativity Global
$1.00
-1.40%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $41.48M
EDU
New Oriental Education & Technology
$54.52
+2.48%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $8.72B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
New Oriental Education & Technology generates 974% more annual revenue ($5.66B vs $527.01M). EDU leads profitability with a 8.4% profit margin vs -4.6%. AACG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.62. EDU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
AACG
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
EDU
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AACG.
Margin of Safety
+82.6%
Fair Value
$351.29
Current Price
$54.52
$296.77 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 58.5% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 791.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 23.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -6.2% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AACG
The strongest argument for AACG centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.62 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : EDU
The strongest argument for EDU centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio. Revenue growth of 23.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.05 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AACG
The primary concerns for AACG are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : EDU
The primary concerns for EDU are Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AACG profiles as a turnaround stock while EDU is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
AACG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.28 — expect wider price swings.
EDU is growing revenue faster at 23.0% — sustainability is the question.
AACG generates stronger free cash flow (3M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EDU scores higher overall (64/100 vs 43/100) and 23.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
ATA Creativity Global
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · China
ATA Creativity Global, provides educational services to individual students through its network of training centers in China. The company is headquartered in Beijing, China.
New Oriental Education & Technology
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · China
New Oriental Education & Technology Group Inc. provides private educational services under the New Oriental brand in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Beijing, the People's Republic of China.
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