Accel Entertainment Inc (ACEL)vsRush Street Interactive Inc (RSI)
ACEL
Accel Entertainment Inc
$11.26
-0.27%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $908.63M
RSI
Rush Street Interactive Inc
$21.92
-1.08%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $5.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Accel Entertainment Inc generates 17% more annual revenue ($1.33B vs $1.13B). ACEL leads profitability with a 3.9% profit margin vs 2.9%. ACEL trades at a lower P/E of 18.2x. ACEL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
ACEL
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
RSI
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+60.5%
Fair Value
$28.08
Current Price
$11.26
$16.82 discount
Margin of Safety
-710.4%
Fair Value
$2.11
Current Price
$21.92
$19.81 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 109.3% YoY
Revenue surging 88.8% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
3.9% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Elevated debt levels
Trading at 14.9x book value
0.0% earnings growth
2.9% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ACEL
The strongest argument for ACEL centers on EPS Growth.
Bull Case : RSI
The strongest argument for RSI centers on Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 88.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ACEL
The primary concerns for ACEL are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Free Cash Flow. Debt-to-equity of 2.26 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 3.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : RSI
The primary concerns for RSI are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. A P/E of 71.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACEL profiles as a value stock while RSI is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
RSI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.55 — expect wider price swings.
RSI is growing revenue faster at 88.8% — sustainability is the question.
RSI generates stronger free cash flow (69M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ACEL scores higher overall (54/100 vs 44/100). 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.
Accel Entertainment Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · GAMBLING · USA
Accel Entertainment, Inc., is a distributed games operator in the United States. The company is headquartered in Burr Ridge, Illinois.
Rush Street Interactive Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · GAMBLING · USA
Rush Street Interactive, Inc. is an online casino and sports betting company in the United States and Latin America. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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