Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (BABA)vsChina Yuchai International Limited (CYD)
BABA
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd
$121.06
-3.88%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $270.36B
CYD
China Yuchai International Limited
$56.76
-2.41%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $2.13B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd generates 4051% more annual revenue ($1.02T vs $24.66B). BABA leads profitability with a 10.1% profit margin vs 2.2%. BABA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.39. CYD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
BABA
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
CYD
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+60.2%
Fair Value
$382.49
Current Price
$121.06
$261.43 discount
Margin of Safety
-30.7%
Fair Value
$39.50
Current Price
$56.76
$17.26 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 104.1% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 109.1% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 23.0% year-over-year
Generating 2.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
2.9% revenue growth
Operating margin of 1.0%
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Moderate valuation
ROE of 5.9% — below average capital efficiency
2.2% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BABA
The strongest argument for BABA centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.39 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : CYD
The strongest argument for CYD centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 23.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.43 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BABA
The primary concerns for BABA are Revenue Growth, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : CYD
The primary concerns for CYD are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 2.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BABA profiles as a value stock while CYD is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CYD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.29 — expect wider price swings.
CYD is growing revenue faster at 23.0% — sustainability is the question.
CYD generates stronger free cash flow (2.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CYD scores higher overall (65/100 vs 64/100) and 23.0% revenue growth. BABA offers better value entry with a 60.2% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · INTERNET RETAIL · USA
Alibaba Group Holding Limited, also known as Alibaba Group and Alibaba.com, is a Chinese multinational technology company specializing in e-commerce, retail, Internet, and technology. Founded on 28 June 1999 in Hangzhou, Zhejiang, the company provides consumer-to-consumer (C2C), business-to-consumer (B2C), and business-to-business (B2B) sales services via web portals, as well as electronic payment services, shopping search engines and cloud computing services. It owns and operates a diverse portfolio of companies around the world in numerous business sectors.
China Yuchai International Limited
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO MANUFACTURERS · USA
China Yuchai International Limited manufactures, assembles and sells diesel and natural gas engines in the People's Republic of China and internationally. The company is headquartered in Singapore.
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