Autohome Inc (ATHM)vsBaidu Inc (BIDU)
ATHM
Autohome Inc
$21.33
+0.14%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $2.46B
BIDU
Baidu Inc
$87.33
-0.85%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $30.71B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Baidu Inc generates 2220% more annual revenue ($127.31B vs $5.49B). ATHM leads profitability with a 17.1% profit margin vs -2.9%. BIDU appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.79. ATHM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (D+).
ATHM
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
BIDU
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+61.5%
Fair Value
$56.55
Current Price
$21.33
$35.22 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BIDU.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 3.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
ROE of 5.6% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 31.9%
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -1.4% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 4.2%
Earnings declined 71.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ATHM
The strongest argument for ATHM centers on Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.1% and operating margin at 10.8%.
Bull Case : BIDU
The strongest argument for BIDU centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 0.79 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ATHM
The primary concerns for ATHM are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : BIDU
The primary concerns for BIDU are Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ATHM profiles as a declining stock while BIDU is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
BIDU carries more volatility with a beta of 0.57 — expect wider price swings.
BIDU is growing revenue faster at -4.2% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
ATHM scores higher overall (50/100 vs 47/100), backed by strong 17.1% margins. Both earn "Hold" 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.
Autohome Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION · China
Autohome Inc. is an online destination for automobile consumers in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Beijing, the People's Republic of China.
Baidu Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION · China
Baidu, Inc. provides Internet search services primarily in China. The company is headquartered in Beijing, China.
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